How to Cancel The Washington Post (2026)
The Washington Post plans start from $0.00/month. Follow our 5-step guide to cancel your subscription in about 15 minutes — with tips to avoid retention offers.
Updated: March 2026
from $0.00/month
Log in to washingtonpost.com
Go to washingtonpost.com and click 'Sign In' to access your account.
Open your Account settings
Click your profile or account name at the top right and navigate to 'My Account' or 'Account Settings'.
Go to Subscriptions
In Account Settings, find and click 'Subscriptions' to see your current Washington Post plan.
Request cancellation
Click 'Cancel Subscription' or 'Manage Subscription'. You will likely be presented with a survey and retention offers before the final confirmation.
Confirm or call if needed
Complete the cancellation flow and save any confirmation. If you cannot cancel online, call 1-800-477-4679 during business hours to cancel by phone.
Retention Tips
We truly appreciate your support for independent journalism. Before completing your cancellation, I want to make sure we've explored every option. Democracy Dies in Darkness — and subscribers like you make that journalism possible. If the cost is the concern, we have reduced rates available for existing subscribers who are considering leaving. We can also pause your account temporarily if you need a break. Would any of these options work for you today?
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