How to Pause The Guardian
Keep your account without paying. Here's how to pause The Guardian for up to 30 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 Guardian again
- You want to trigger a retention offer
- The pause duration isn't long enough
Pause Details
Maximum pause
30 days
Minimum pause
14 days
Cost during pause
Free
Allows pausing of membership contributions
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 Guardian content
- Your subscription resumes automatically after the pause period
How to Pause
1
Log into your Guardian account
2
Go to membership settings
3
Select 'Pause Membership'
4
Choose pause duration
5
Confirm
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can you pause The Guardian?
Yes, The Guardian lets you pause your subscription for up to 30 days.
Do you still pay when The Guardian is paused?
No, billing is suspended while your The Guardian subscription is paused.
What happens to your account when you pause The Guardian?
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 Guardian?
Pause if you plan to return soon. Cancel if you want to trigger a retention offer or won't use The Guardian for an extended period.