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How to Cancel Malwarebytes (2026 guide)

There are a few different ways to cancel Malwarebytes, and the right one depends on how you signed up. This guide covers cancellation through the Malwarebytes website, app stores, and third-party billing.

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Cancellation Summary

Cancel Online
Yes
Main Cancel methods
Website
Mobile App
App Store
Live Chat
Time to Cancel
3-5 mins
Instant for direct billing
Where to Cancel
Account Settings
My Account portal

Malwarebytes subscriptions are primarily managed through their website account portal. If you purchased through an app store or reseller, you'll need to cancel through that provider instead. The cancel option is located in your account billing section.

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Cancel Malwarebytes: Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these steps to cancel your Malwarebytes subscription. The process may vary slightly depending on your plan or how you signed up.

01

Sign in to your account

Go to the Malwarebytes website and click Sign In in the top right corner. Enter your email and password to access your account dashboard.

02

Navigate to My Account

Once logged in, click on My Account from the dropdown menu or dashboard. This will take you to your account management portal.

03

Access billing settings

In your account portal, look for Billing or Subscriptions in the left sidebar or main menu. Click on it to view your active subscriptions.

04

Find cancel option

Locate your active subscription and click Manage or Cancel Subscription. The cancel option may be under an Actions dropdown menu.

05

Confirm cancellation

Follow the prompts to confirm your cancellation. You may see a survey asking why you're cancelling. Complete the process and check for a cancellation confirmation email.

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Malwarebytes-specific things to know

A few things that might affect your Malwarebytes cancellation.

Protection continues until renewal
Your Malwarebytes protection stays active until your current billing period ends, even after you cancel.
Free version still available
After cancelling Premium, you can continue using Malwarebytes with limited features in their free tier.
Multi-device licenses vary
If you have a family or multi-device plan, cancelling affects all protected devices at once.

Before cancelling Malwarebytes

These details can affect your cancellation timing or whether it goes through properly.

1. Check who's billing you

If you signed up through an app store or third-party reseller, you'll need to cancel through them instead of Malwarebytes directly.

2. Annual plans auto-renew

Malwarebytes annual subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled. Cancel before your renewal date to avoid being charged for another year.

3. Deleting the app doesn't cancel

Removing Malwarebytes from your devices doesn't cancel your paid subscription. You must cancel through your account or billing provider.

Other options

If you're looking to save money or adjust your coverage, these alternatives might work better than cancelling completely.

Downgrade your Malwarebytes plan

Malwarebytes offers different protection tiers at various price points. You might find a cheaper plan that still meets your needs.

  • Malwarebytes Premium - Basic protection for 1 device

  • Malwarebytes Premium + Privacy - Includes VPN

  • Malwarebytes Teams - Business protection

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Switch Your Billing Cycle

Switching to an annual plan can reduce your monthly costs compared to monthly billing.

Save up to 20% with annual billing

Alternative ways to cancel Malwarebytes

If you can't cancel through your Malwarebytes account, you may need to go through app stores or live chat. The right option depends on how you're being billed.

Apple App Store

For iOS subscriptions, cancel through your iPhone or iPad Settings under Subscriptions.

"Settings > Click [Your Name] > Subscriptions" Read In-depth Guide on Cancelling iPhone Subscriptions:

iPhone Cancel Guide

Google Play Store

If you subscribed through the Android app, cancel through your Google Play Store subscriptions.

Use the Direct link Below or Open Google Play Store > Profile icon > Payments & subscriptions > Subscriptions

Play Store Cancel Link

Live Chat

Malwarebytes offers live chat support if you can't find the cancel option in your account.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cancelling Malwarebytes

Common questions about cancelling Malwarebytes and what to expect.

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Simon Chadwick
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Simon Chadwick
Updated on Jan 21, 2026