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How to Cancel Proton Mail Plus (2026 guide)

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

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Cancellation Summary

Cancel Online
Yes
Main Cancel methods
Website
App Store
Google Play
Time to Cancel
3-5 mins
Instant for direct billing
Where to Cancel
Account Dashboard
Under Subscription

Proton Mail Plus subscriptions can be purchased directly through Proton or through mobile app stores. If you signed up through an app store, you'll need to cancel through that platform instead of your Proton account.

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Cancel Your Proton Mail Plus Subscription

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

01

Log in to Proton account

Go to proton.me and sign in with your Proton Mail credentials.

02

Access account dashboard

Click on your profile icon in the top right corner and select Account from the dropdown menu.

03

Navigate to subscription settings

In the left sidebar, click on Dashboard and then select Subscription to view your current plan details.

04

Downgrade your plan

Click Downgrade next to your current plan. Proton will ask you to confirm the downgrade to the free plan.

05

Confirm cancellation

Review the changes and click Confirm Downgrade. You'll receive an email confirmation and retain access until your current billing period ends.

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Proton Mail Plus-specific things to know

Proton subscriptions can work differently depending on your plan or how you signed up. These tips cover common edge cases.

Downgrade vs complete cancellation
Proton Mail Plus downgrades to their free plan rather than completely closing your account. Your emails and data remain accessible.
Storage limits after downgrade
Free accounts have 1GB storage limit. If you're over this limit, you won't receive new emails until you free up space.
Custom domains are removed immediately
Custom domains stop working immediately when you downgrade. Make sure to update any services using your custom email address.

Before you cancel, keep this in mind

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

1. Check who's billing you

If you signed up through Apple App Store or Google Play, you'll need to cancel through those platforms instead of your Proton account.

2. Access continues until period ends

After downgrading, you'll keep Plus features until your current billing period expires. The downgrade takes effect on your next renewal date.

3. Export data if needed

Consider exporting important emails or files before downgrading, especially if you're over the free plan's storage limit.

Consider these alternatives

If cost is the issue, you might be able to switch plans or adjust billing frequency instead of cancelling completely.

Switch to Proton Mail Free

Keep your account but downgrade to the free plan with basic features and 1GB storage.

Proton Mail Free: 1GB storage, 1 email address, limited support

Plan Select Page

Switch Your Billing Cycle

Switch from monthly to annual billing to save money on your subscription.

Save up to 20% with annual billing

Check for Bundles

Consider Proton Unlimited which includes VPN, Drive, and Calendar for better value.

  • Proton Unlimited (Mail + VPN + Drive + Calendar)

Alternative ways to cancel Proton Mail Plus

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

Apple App Store

Cancel through the App Store if you subscribed using an iPhone or iPad.

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

iPhone Cancel Guide

Google Play Store

Cancel through Google Play if you signed up using an Android device.

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

Play Store Cancel Link

Email

Email Proton support if you need assistance with your cancellation.

support@proton.me

Live Chat

Contact Proton support through live chat if you need help with cancellation.

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Simon Chadwick
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Simon Chadwick
Updated on Jan 21, 2026