How to Pause The Economist
Keep your account without paying. Here's how to pause The Economist for up to 60 days.
When to Pause
- You plan to return within a few months
- You want to keep your account data
- You're on holiday or taking a break
When to Cancel
- You don't plan to use The Economist again
- You want to trigger a retention offer
- The pause duration isn't long enough
Pause Details
Maximum pause
60 days
Minimum pause
30 days
Cost during pause
Free
Subscribers can pause their subscription temporarily
What Happens During a Pause
- Billing is suspended — you won't be charged
- Your account and preferences are preserved
- You won't have access to The Economist content
- Your subscription resumes automatically after the pause period
How to Pause
1
Visit your Economist account
2
Navigate to subscription settings
3
Select 'Pause Subscription'
4
Set duration for pause
5
Confirm choice
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can you pause The Economist?
Yes, The Economist lets you pause your subscription for up to 60 days.
Do you still pay when The Economist is paused?
No, billing is suspended while your The Economist subscription is paused.
What happens to your account when you pause The Economist?
Your account and preferences are preserved but you won't have access to content during the pause.
Is it better to pause or cancel The Economist?
Pause if you plan to return soon. Cancel if you want to trigger a retention offer or won't use The Economist for an extended period.