Will I lose all my emails and Google Drive files?

Yes, after the grace period (typically 20 days), all user data including emails, Drive files, and Calendar events will be permanently deleted. Use Google Takeout to export everything before cancelling.

Can I keep my domain name after cancelling Google Workspace?

Yes, your domain name registration is separate from Google Workspace. You'll still own your domain but won't have Google email service on it.

Can I switch individual users to free Gmail accounts?

Users can create free Gmail accounts, but they won't be able to use your custom domain. You'll need to migrate data manually to the new accounts.

How to Cancel Google Workspace (2026)

Google Workspace plans start from $0.00/month. Follow our 6-step guide to cancel your subscription in about 5 minutes — with tips to avoid retention offers.

Updated: March 2026

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Easy

Estimated Time:5 minutes

Cancel Method:Website

Sign into Google Admin Console

Go to admin.google.com and sign in with your Google Workspace administrator account.

Navigate to Billing

In the Admin Console, go to 'Billing' > 'Subscriptions' to see your active Google Workspace plan.

Select your subscription

Click on your Google Workspace subscription (Business Starter, Standard, Plus, or Enterprise) to open its details.

Cancel the subscription

Click 'Cancel subscription' at the bottom of the page. Google will warn you about data loss and feature removal.

Export your data first

Before confirming, use Google Takeout (takeout.google.com) to export emails, documents, and other data for all users in your organization.

Confirm cancellation

After backing up data, return to the cancellation page and confirm. Your domain and data will be accessible for a short grace period before deletion.

Retention Tips

Cancelling Google Workspace means you'll lose custom email addresses (@yourdomain.com), shared drives, advanced admin controls, Google Vault, and increased storage. All user accounts and their data will be scheduled for deletion after a grace period.