Automatic payments are a convenient way to handle recurring expenses, subscriptions, and memberships on PayPal. However, situations may arise where you need to cancel these automatic payments. Whether you’re looking to end a subscription, discontinue service, or simply need to manage your finances, understanding the process of canceling automatic payments on PayPal is crucial. In this comprehensive guide, we will walk you through the steps to effectively terminate automatic payments on your PayPal account.
On a computer or mobile browser:
1. Navigate to PayPal.com and click on the “Login” option located at the top of the page.
2. Enter your login credentials to access your account.
3. Once logged in, click on the wheel icon next to “Log Out” in the upper right corner to access your account settings.
4. Select “Payments” from the available options.
5. In the “Payments” section, choose “Manage Automatic Payments.”
6. Locate the subscription you wish to cancel from the list on the left side of the page.
7. Click on “Cancel” at the top of the subscription information.
8. To finalize the cancellation, confirm by selecting “Cancel Automatic Payments.”
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On the PayPal App
1. Start the PayPal app on your phone
2. Click on the wheel icon located at the top of the app to open your settings.
3. Choose “Automatic Payments” from the available options.
4. From the list of payments, select the subscription you want to cancel.
5. At the bottom of the page, click on “Remove PayPal as your payment method.” Alternatively, if you prefer to contact the subscription biller directly, you can choose from the various contact methods provided.
6. Confirm the cancellation by selecting “Remove.”
Wrap-Up: Follow the same procedure for every automatic billing that you would like to cancel. The only way to confirm cancellation is through receiving a confirmation email from PayPal detailing the successful cancellation. Double-check your account to ensure that the payment is no longer listed as an active pre-approved payment.