How to cancel ChatGPT Plus

Steps

1. 1

   Sign in to ChatGPT

   Go to chat.openai.com and sign in with your OpenAI account.

2. 2

   Open your account menu

   Click your profile name or icon in the bottom-left corner of the interface.

3. 3

   Go to My Plan or Subscription settings

   Look for a 'My Plan', 'Manage subscription', or similar option in the account menu.

4. 4

   Select Cancel Plan

   Click the option to cancel or end your ChatGPT Plus subscription. You may be directed to a billing portal.

5. 5

   Confirm cancellation

   Confirm your cancellation in the billing portal. Your Plus access continues through the end of the current billing period.

Things to know

• After cancellation, your account reverts to the free ChatGPT tier at the end of the paid period — you can still use ChatGPT for free.
• Conversation history is retained on your account after canceling.
• If you subscribed through Apple, cancel via Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions.
• ChatGPT Team and Enterprise subscriptions have different management flows — consult your workspace admin.

Frequently asked questions

Do I lose my conversation history when I cancel ChatGPT Plus?

No. Your conversation history stays in your account. You lose access to Plus-tier models and higher usage limits, but the free tier remains accessible.

Can I get a refund when I cancel ChatGPT Plus?

Refund policies vary; check your billing confirmation or OpenAI's support pages for details applicable to your situation.

Does canceling ChatGPT Plus delete my OpenAI account?

No. Canceling the subscription only downgrades you to the free tier. Your account, settings, and conversation history remain intact.