What Happens After You Cancel The Times

Everything you need to know about what happens to your account, billing, and data after cancelling The Times.

What Happens After You Cancel The Times

Day 0Confirmation email

You should receive a confirmation email from The Times after cancelling.

Day 0Billing stops immediately

Charges stop as soon as you cancel. You may retain access until the end of your billing period.

End of billing periodDownloads & offline content expire

Any downloaded or offline content from The Times will become inaccessible.

Day 90Account data deleted

The Times retains your account data for 90 days after cancellation. You can reactivate within this window.

Refund Policy

Refund available within 14 days of cancellation if no content accessed

Can you rejoin?

Yes — you can reactivate your The Times account with the same login details.

Account status

Your account is paused, not deleted. You can reactivate it later.

Common Problems After Cancelling

  • Cancellation not processed
  • Charged after free trial ends
  • Difficulty accessing account post-cancellation
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Frequently Asked Questions

Will I get a refund after cancelling The Times?

Refund available within 14 days of cancellation if no content accessed

How long does The Times take to stop charging?

The Times stops charging immediately after cancellation.

Does The Times delete my account after cancelling?

No, The Times pauses your account rather than deleting it. You can reactivate later.

Can I reactivate my The Times account?

Yes, you can reactivate your The Times account using the same login details within 90 days.