How to Cancel PayPal Autopay Subscription
The master subscription kill-switch: Revoke preapproved recurring billing authorizations from any vendor directly in PayPal.
Step-by-Step Instructions
4 Steps-
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Go directly to PayPal Automatic Payments at paypal.com/myaccount/autopay/.
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Review the list of active merchants in the left-hand column.
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3
Click on the merchant whose recurring billing authority you want to terminate.
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Click 'Cancel' next to Active status, then confirm 'Cancel Automatic Payments'.
Canceling in PayPal revokes the vendor's ability to draw funds from your PayPal balance or linked cards, but check your contract to ensure the merchant does not send past-due notices.
Transactions already authorized or pending before you cancel the automatic payment agreement may still complete.
Some merchants (like Uber or eBay) create separate billing agreements for different services. Make sure to cancel all relevant agreements.
Frequently Asked Questions (Google PAA)
Q: Does canceling PayPal Autopay cancel my subscription with the merchant?
It stops PayPal from sending payments, but some merchants may mark your subscription as unpaid and attempt backup billing methods or send payment reminder notices.
Q: Can a merchant re-enable automatic payments without my consent?
No. Once canceled in PayPal, a merchant cannot charge your account again without you completing a new checkout authorization.
Q: Where do I find preapproved payments on the PayPal mobile app?
Open PayPal app > Profile icon > Subscriptions / Automatic Payments. You will see all active merchant mandates.
