How to Cancel Microsoft 365
Last updated: March 16, 2026
Microsoft 365 (formerly Office 365) can be cancelled from your Microsoft account. You'll retain access until the end of your billing period and your files in OneDrive remain accessible.
Step-by-step instructions
- 1
Sign in to Microsoft Account
Go to account.microsoft.com and sign in.
- 2
Go to Services & subscriptions
Click 'Services & subscriptions' in the top navigation.
- 3
Find Microsoft 365
Locate your Microsoft 365 subscription and click 'Manage'.
- 4
Turn off recurring billing
Click 'Turn off recurring billing' or 'Cancel' and follow the prompts.
Pro Tips
- Download your OneDrive files before cancelling — storage drops to 5GB on the free tier.
- Your Office apps will switch to read-only mode after the subscription expires.
- Consider switching to free alternatives like Google Docs or LibreOffice.
Frequently asked questions
Will I lose my files?
OneDrive files aren't deleted immediately, but you'll need to reduce storage below 5GB or they become read-only.
Can I still use Office apps?
After cancellation, apps switch to view-only mode. You can still open and read documents.
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