How to Cancel Lovable (Using the Hidden "Downgrade" Trick)
Struggling to find the 'Cancel' button for your Lovable.dev subscription? It's not you, it's them. Lovable uses a confusing 'Downgrade' process as a dark pattern to make it difficult to leave. This is the definitive 2025 guide to navigating the maze and stopping the charges for good.
The Golden Rule: You Must "Downgrade" to Cancel
CRITICAL: Lovable uses a common dark pattern. There is no direct "Cancel" button. To stop your subscription, you must first find the Free plan and click the 'Downgrade' button. This action will then take you to a new page (the Stripe billing portal) where the real 'Cancel Subscription' button is hidden.
The Complete 2-Step Cancellation Process
Step 1: Downgrade Inside Lovable
- 1. Log in to your Lovable account.
- 2. Click your profile icon and go to 'Settings'.
- 3. Navigate to the 'Plans & Billing' section.
- 4. Find the 'Free' plan and click the 'Downgrade' button.
- 5. Follow the prompts, providing a reason if asked, and click 'Continue'.
Step 2: Cancel in the Stripe Portal (Crucial)
- 1. After downgrading, you will be redirected to a new Stripe page.
- 2. On this new page, you will finally see the 'Cancel Subscription' button.
- 3. Click it and confirm your cancellation.
- 4. Wait for a confirmation email from Stripe to be 100% sure it is done.
What Happens After You Cancel
You Will NOT Lose Your Code Immediately
CRITICAL: Your account downgrades to the Free plan. Your apps/websites will not be deleted, but you will lose access to Pro features and the ability to edit them. Your CI/CD pipeline will be disconnected.
Your Pro Access Continues Until the End of the Cycle
VERY IMPORTANT: After you cancel, you can still use all the Pro features until the end of the billing period you've already paid for. This is the best time to export any tests or data you need.
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Why can't I find a 'Cancel Subscription' button?
Because Lovable has deliberately hidden it. To cancel, you must first click the 'Downgrade' button under the Free plan. This will then take you to a separate Stripe portal where the actual 'Cancel' button is located. It's a known dark pattern designed to confuse users.
What happens to my apps and data if I cancel my Pro plan?
Your account will be downgraded to the Free plan. Your apps will NOT be deleted, but you will lose access to all Pro features, AI credits, and the ability to edit them. Your CI/CD pipeline will be disconnected.
Can I get a refund from Lovable?
It is highly unlikely. Like most SaaS companies, their policy generally does not allow for refunds on partial subscription periods. Cancelling only prevents future charges.
How do I permanently delete my Lovable account?
After you cancel your subscription, you can permanently delete your account by going to Settings > Your Account, and scrolling down to press 'Delete account'. This action is irreversible.
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