How to Cancel Microsoft 365
Verified guideStep-by-step guide to cancel your Microsoft 365 subscription with tips and tricks.
Success Rate
86%
Editorial estimate
Average Time
5 minutes
Difficulty
Medium
Step-by-Step Instructions
Go to account.microsoft.com/services and sign in
Find your Microsoft 365 subscription under "Services & subscriptions"
Select "Manage", then "Cancel subscription" or "Turn off recurring billing"
Read the details about what you keep
Select "I don't want my subscription" to confirm cancellation
Pro Tips
"Turn off recurring billing" keeps access until the period ends — usually the safer choice
If you only see "Turn on recurring billing", it is already set to expire and you are done
After expiry, Office apps switch to read-only and OneDrive storage drops to 5GB
An annual plan may qualify for a prorated refund if cancelled early
Common Questions
What happens to my OneDrive files?
They stay, but if you exceed the free 5GB limit your account becomes read-only until you free up space.
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