If you’re a regular Xbox user, it’s very likely that at some point you’ve activated a subscription like Game Pass Ultimate , Game Pass Core , EA Play , or even complementary services like automatic renewal for other apps. But did you know that you can check which subscriptions you have active at any time and cancel any of them before the next billing cycle?
This guide explains how to view, manage, and cancel your active Xbox subscriptions , both from your console and your browser, so you’re always in control of what you’re paying for.
Options available to manage your subscriptions
Microsoft allows you to review and manage your active plans in three main ways:
- From the Xbox console itself (Xbox One or Xbox Series)
- From a web browser on a PC or mobile device
- Through the Xbox mobile app , although with more limited options
All subscriptions are linked to your Microsoft account, and any changes you make take effect immediately. Furthermore, if you cancel before renewal, you’ll continue to enjoy the service until the end of your current paid period.
How to check and cancel subscriptions from your browser
This is the most comprehensive and direct method, especially useful for canceling automatic renewals:
- Go to https://account.microsoft.com/services
- Log in with the account that has the active subscription.
- You will see all active subscriptions , with their status, payment method, and next billing date.
- Click on “Manage” next to the one you want to cancel.
- Click “Cancel subscription” and choose whether you want to deactivate it at the end of the period or immediately.
This method also allows you to change your payment method or reactivate a cancelled subscription if it has not yet expired.
How to do it from your Xbox console
- Turn on the console and log in with your main account.
- Go to Settings > Account > Subscriptions .
- There you’ll see the active services: Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Core, EA Play…
- Select the one you want to review and press “View details” .
- From there you can choose “Disable recurring billing” .
If this option does not appear, it means that your subscription is already deactivated or is being managed through another channel (such as prepaid codes or promotions).
Frequently asked questions and recommendations
- Do I lose access to the service if I cancel?
No. You will continue to have access until your current expiration date . After that, the system will block your access if you don’t renew. - Can I reactivate a cancelled subscription?
Yes, as long as it hasn’t expired. You can reactivate it from the same services panel. - What if I want to cancel Game Pass but keep Gold?
That’s only possible if they’re separate subscriptions. If you’re using Game Pass Ultimate, it includes Gold, and they can’t be managed separately. - Can I cancel from the mobile app?
Not directly. The app redirects you to the browser to make the changes.
Final tip: Check your subscriptions at least once a month, especially if you’ve redeemed promotions, free trials, or limited-time codes.
At Xbox Generation, we recommend actively monitoring your spending to avoid unexpected charges, especially on secondary or shared accounts. For more essential Xbox guides, check out our official list .
