How to Cancel The Times
Quick Answer
To cancel The Times, visit home.thetimes.co.uk/myaccount and sign in. Then navigate to your subscription settings. You may be offered a discount to stay — very likely based on community reports.
Step-by-Step Cancellation
Go to The Times account
Visit home.thetimes.co.uk/myaccount and sign in.
Click Manage subscription
Navigate to your subscription settings.
Cancel or call
Click "Cancel" or call their retention line as directed.
Cancellation Scripts
Watch out for these dark patterns when cancelling The Times:
May require phone call
Promotional rates followed by full-price renewals
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does The Times give retention offers?
Yes, The Times regularly offers reduced rates to subscribers who attempt to cancel.
Can I read The Times for free?
The Times has a hard paywall. You get a few free articles per month but full access requires a subscription.
Does The Times have a student discount?
Yes, The Times offers academic subscriptions at reduced rates.
Can I share my Times subscription?
The Times allows up to 2 devices simultaneously. There's no family plan.
What happens when my promotional rate ends?
You'll be charged the full rate (£26/month) unless you cancel or negotiate a new deal.
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