Cancel Your Google One Subscription
A Google One subscription can feel essential, but it can also be a forgotten background charge you pay for years-a core problem we solve in our guide to finding unwanted subscriptions. If you want to switch back to the free storage tier, this is the definitive guide.
This guide provides the exact steps to cancel your Google One plan. We'll explain what happens to your data if you're over the free storage limit and clarify the pro-rata refund policy, ensuring you can downgrade safely.
How to Cancel Google One Subscription
Follow the step-by-step instructions based on your device/platform.
Computer
- 1On your computer, go to the Google One website.
- 2Click 'Settings' and then select 'Cancel membership'.
- 3To confirm, click 'Cancel membership' again.
Android
- 1On your Android phone or tablet, open the Google One app.
- 2At the top, tap the Menu icon, then 'Settings', and then 'Cancel membership'.
- 3Confirm the action by tapping 'Cancel membership'.
iPhone & iPad
- 1On your iPhone or iPad, open the Google One app.
- 2On the left, tap the Menu icon, then 'Membership plans', and then 'Manage plan'.
- 3This brings up the subscription management page. Tap 'Cancel Subscription'.
- 4You may need to scroll to find the 'Cancel Subscription' button. Follow any final prompts to confirm.
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The Family Sharing Hack (The #1 Hack)
The most cost-effective way to use Google One is with a Family Plan. You can share your storage (from 200GB up to 2TB) with up to five other family members, each getting their own private storage space under one bill. This is dramatically cheaper than individual plans.
Use Google Opinion Rewards for Free Credit
Download the Google Opinion Rewards app. By answering short surveys, you can earn Google Play credit, which can then be used to pay for your Google One subscription. It's a straightforward way to get the service for free.
Check for Mobile Plan Bundles
In some regions, mobile carriers like Google Fi or others may offer a Google One subscription as part of their higher-tier phone plans. Always check your carrier's perks before paying directly.
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What Happens When You're Over Quota
CRITICAL: You will NOT lose any existing files in Drive, Photos, or Gmail. However, you will be unable to upload new files, and you will STOP receiving new emails in Gmail until you free up space or subscribe again. This is the most important consequence.
You Lose Premium Features
VERY IMPORTANT: Your access to extra benefits like the Google One VPN, advanced Google Photos editing features (like Magic Eraser), and direct access to Google experts will be revoked.
Backup Your Data with Google Takeout
For absolute peace of mind before cancelling, use the Google Takeout service (takeout.google.com). This allows you to download a complete archive of all your data from Photos, Drive, and Gmail to your local hard drive.
Your Plan Reverts to the Free 15GB Tier
Your account does not get deleted. It simply reverts to the standard, free Google account which includes 15GB of storage shared across all services.
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