How to cancel Max [2026]

🎬Video streamingAccess until period endVerified May 28, 2026
3steps

Clicks from logged-in state to completed cancellation.

Before you cancel — good to know

Ad-free tier pricing. Formerly HBO Max.

How to cancel Max

  1. 1

    Open Account → Subscription on Max.

  2. 2

    Click "Cancel Subscription".

  3. 3

    Confirm cancellation.

Not canceling today?

Pick your next renewal date and download a calendar file (.ics) that reminds you 3 days before. No account needed.

What happens after you cancel

Stream until the end of the current billing period

Max is Type A (access until period end). After you cancel, you keep access until the end of your current billing period, so canceling early never cuts you off straight away.

How to restart Max

Want Max back? You can restart from the official page using the same account. Sign in → choose plan → Resubscribe.

Open the official restart page

Frequently asked questions

How many steps does it take to cancel Max?

From a logged-in state, canceling Max takes 3 steps.

Can I still use Max after canceling?

Stream until the end of the current billing period

How long does it take to cancel Max?

Canceling Max is a 3-step process and usually takes just a couple of minutes.

How do I restart Max?

You can restart Max from its official page using the same account.

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