How to Cancel Patreon
Quick Answer
To cancel Patreon, go to patreon.com and sign in to your account. Then click your profile icon and select "manage memberships" or go to patreon.com/settings/memberships.
Step-by-Step Cancellation
Log in to Patreon
Go to patreon.com and sign in to your account.
Go to Memberships
Click your profile icon and select "Manage memberships" or go to patreon.com/settings/memberships.
Select the membership to cancel
Find the creator membership you want to cancel and click "Edit".
Cancel pledge
Click "Cancel pledge" or "Edit or delete my membership". Confirm the cancellation.
Cancellation Scripts
Watch out for these dark patterns when cancelling Patreon:
Shows emotional message about how your support helps the creator
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will the creator know I cancelled?
Creators can see when patrons leave, but they won't receive a specific notification with your name unless they check their patron list.
Do I lose access to patron-only content immediately?
You retain access to patron-only content until the end of your current billing period. After that, you lose access to locked posts.
Can I pause my Patreon membership instead of cancelling?
Yes, Patreon allows you to pause your membership for one or more months without losing your patron status.
Will I get a refund if I cancel mid-month?
Patreon does not typically offer refunds for the current billing period. Your access continues until the period ends.
Can I rejoin a Patreon at the same tier later?
You can rejoin at any time, but the tier or pricing may have changed. Some creators limit the number of spots in certain tiers.
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