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How to Delete The Economist

Published by: The Economist
Release Date: September 12, 2024

Need to cancel your The Economist subscription or delete the app? This guide provides step-by-step instructions for iPhones, Android devices, PCs (Windows/Mac), and PayPal. Remember to cancel at least 24 hours before your trial ends to avoid charges.

Guide to Cancel and Delete The Economist

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The Economist Unsubscribe Instructions

Unsubscribing from The Economist is easy. Follow these steps based on your device:

Canceling The Economist Subscription on iPhone or iPad:

  1. Open the Settings app.
  2. Tap your name at the top to access your Apple ID.
  3. Tap Subscriptions.
  4. Here, you'll see all your active subscriptions. Find The Economist and tap on it.
  5. Press Cancel Subscription.

Canceling The Economist Subscription on Android:

  1. Open the Google Play Store.
  2. Ensure you’re signed in to the correct Google Account.
  3. Tap the Menu icon, then Subscriptions.
  4. Select The Economist and tap Cancel Subscription.

Canceling The Economist Subscription on Paypal:

  1. Log into your PayPal account.
  2. Click the Settings icon.
  3. Navigate to Payments, then Manage Automatic Payments.
  4. Find The Economist and click Cancel.

Congratulations! Your The Economist subscription is canceled, but you can still use the service until the end of the billing cycle.

Potential Savings for The Economist

Knowing the cost of The Economist's in-app purchases helps you save money. Here’s a summary of the purchases available in version 3.60:

In-App Purchase Cost Potential Savings (One-Time) Potential Savings (Monthly)
Digital Annual $229.00 $229.00 $2,748
Digital Monthly $22.90 $22.90 $275
One year subscription $209.00 $209.00 $2,508
Podcasts+ Annual $49.00 $49.00 $588
Podcasts+ Monthly $4.90 $4.90 $59
Three month subscription $55.99 N/A $672

Note: Canceling your subscription does not remove the app from your device.

How to Delete The Economist - The Economist from Your iOS or Android

Delete The Economist from iPhone or iPad:

To delete The Economist from your iOS device, follow these steps:

  1. Locate the The Economist app on your home screen.
  2. Long press the app until options appear.
  3. Select Remove App and confirm.

Delete The Economist from Android:

  1. Find The Economist in your app drawer or home screen.
  2. Long press the app and drag it to Uninstall.
  3. Confirm to uninstall.

Note: Deleting the app does not stop payments.

How to Get a Refund

If you think you’ve been wrongfully billed or want a refund for The Economist, here’s what to do:

If you need help unsubscribing or further assistance, visit the The Economist forum. Our community is ready to help!

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