How to Cancel Skillshare Premium

Updated 2026-05-03 · 3 min read

Cancel Skillshare at skillshare.com under Settings > Billing. 7-day free trial auto-converts. No refunds after billing. Cancel before the renewal date.

Quick answer

Sign in at skillshare.com, go to Account Settings > Billing > Cancel Membership, and confirm. Cancel before your renewal date to avoid the next charge.

Overview

Skillshare is a creative-focused learning platform with short-form project-based classes in design, illustration, business, and more. The free trial auto-converts to a paid plan, which is how many people end up with an unexpected charge.

TL;DR

  • Cancel at: skillshare.com/settings/billing > Cancel Membership
  • Or through Apple/Google if billed through those platforms
  • 7-day free trial auto-converts to annual (~$167.88/yr)
  • No refunds after the billing date
  • Premium class access ends; projects and notes stay
  • Cancel before annual renewal to avoid a $168 charge

How to cancel Skillshare

Cancel at skillshare.com

Best for: All users billed directly by Skillshare.

Estimated time: ~2-3 min

  1. Go to skillshare.com and sign in. Your Skillshare home screen.
  2. Click your profile icon > Account Settings > Billing. Billing settings with your current plan and renewal date.
  3. Click Cancel Membership. A confirmation prompt or retention offer appears.
  4. Confirm the cancellation. A confirmation email is sent. Your plan shows as expiring.

Tip: Skillshare may offer a pause or a discounted renewal as a retention step. Look for the cancel confirmation link to complete the process.

Cancel through Apple

Best for: iOS users who subscribed through the App Store

Estimated time: ~2 min

  1. iPhone Settings > your name > Subscriptions. Find Skillshare and cancel. If not listed, Apple is not billing you.

Cancel through Google Play

Best for: Android users who subscribed through Google Play

Estimated time: ~2 min

  1. Google Play > Profile > Payments and subscriptions > Subscriptions. Find Skillshare and cancel. Subscription set to expire.

Frequently asked questions

How do I cancel Skillshare on iPhone?

Go to iPhone Settings > your name > Subscriptions > find Skillshare > Cancel Subscription.

Can I get a refund from Skillshare?

Skillshare does not offer standard refunds. Contact support at support.skillshare.com if you were just charged for a trial conversion -- they may make an exception.

Does Skillshare auto-renew?

Yes. Annual and monthly plans auto-renew. Free trials also auto-convert at the end of the 7-day period. Cancel before the conversion date in skillshare.com/settings/billing.

Do I lose my class projects if I cancel?

No. Your project history and notes are saved. You lose access to premium classes but your completed project work remains.

Does Skillshare have free classes?

Yes. A limited number of classes are free without a paid membership. Premium classes require an active subscription.

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