Where subscriptions appear on your iPhone

Your subscriptions live in the Settings app, not scattered across your phone. Open Settings, tap your name at the top, then tap Subscriptions. This is the single place Apple shows every subscription you pay for through the App Store — whether it's a streaming service, a fitness app, or a magazine.

The Subscriptions screen lists each one with its renewal date and price. This is where you'll spend most of your time if you're looking to cancel or change a plan. Some subscriptions also appear in the app itself (like Netflix showing your plan inside the Netflix app), but the Settings location is the official record that Apple maintains.

If you don't see a Subscriptions option after tapping your name, you're likely on an older iOS version. Update to iOS 13.7 or later — this is when Apple added the Subscriptions section to Settings. On very old iPhones, you may need to look in iTunes & App Store settings instead, though this is rare now.

Key Takeaways

  • Open Settings, tap your name, then tap Subscriptions to see every subscription you pay for through Apple.
  • The list shows the renewal date and price for each subscription, making it straightforward to spot charges you forgot about.
  • Subscriptions that appear in individual apps (like Netflix) are also listed here, so this is your complete view.
  • If Subscriptions doesn't appear in your Settings, update your iPhone to iOS 13.7 or later.

What you'll see on the Subscriptions screen

Each subscription shows three pieces of information: the app name, the price you pay, and when it renews. A subscription marked "Active" is charging you now. One marked "Expired" stopped charging you, usually because you cancelled it or the payment method failed.

Subscriptions are grouped by status. Active subscriptions appear at the top, followed by expired ones. This layout makes it obvious which ones are costing you money right now. If you see a subscription you don't recognize, this is the moment to cancel it — you won't lose access until the current billing period ends.

Tapping any subscription shows more detail: the exact renewal date, the payment method on file, and a Cancel Subscription button. Some subscriptions also show a link to manage the plan (like choosing a tier), though this varies by app.

Subscriptions that don't appear in Settings

Not every recurring charge shows up in the Subscriptions section. Subscriptions you bought outside the App Store — directly from a website, for example — won't appear here. If you signed up for a service through its website rather than through the app, you'll need to log into that website to manage it.

Subscriptions through third-party payment processors (like Patreon or Substack) also won't show here. These services handle their own billing and you'll manage them through their own apps or websites. The Subscriptions section only covers charges that run through Apple's payment system.

If you're looking for a subscription you know you have but can't find it in Settings, check the app itself. Open the app, look for Account, Settings, or Manage Subscription, and you may find the option there. This usually means the subscription is managed outside Apple's system.

How to check subscription history

The Subscriptions screen shows what's active or recently expired, but not a full history. To see past charges and cancelled subscriptions from further back, go to Settings, tap your name, then tap Media & Purchases. Scroll down and tap Purchase History.

Purchase History shows every transaction tied to your Apple ID, including subscriptions you cancelled months ago. You can see the date, amount, and status of each charge. This is useful if you're trying to remember when you signed up for something or tracking down a charge you don't recognize.

If you see a charge you didn't authorize, you can report it from this screen. Tap the transaction, then tap Report a Problem. Apple will investigate and may refund you if the charge was fraudulent or made without your permission.

Subscriptions on a family plan

If you're part of a Family Sharing group, you'll only see subscriptions you personally bought. Subscriptions purchased by other family members don't appear on your Subscriptions screen — each person sees only their own.

The family organizer (the person who set up Family Sharing) can see a summary of family subscriptions in the Family Sharing settings, but not the full details. If you want to know what someone else in your family is subscribed to, they'll need to show you their Subscriptions screen themselves.

If a family member is using your payment method for their subscriptions, those charges still appear on your bill. You can ask them to switch to their own payment method in their Settings, which will move the subscription to their own Subscriptions list.

Subscriptions tied to iCloud and Apple services

Some Apple services appear in the Subscriptions section, but others don't. iCloud+ (the paid storage plan) shows up here. Apple Music, Apple TV+, and Apple Arcade also appear if you pay for them separately. But if you have an Apple One bundle (which combines multiple services), it shows as a single subscription.

AppleCare+ for devices sometimes appears in Subscriptions, sometimes in device settings. If you bought it when you purchased your iPhone, check Settings, then General, then About, then scroll to AppleCare+ to see the status. If you bought it later through the App Store, it will be in Subscriptions.

Apple One bundles are worth checking if you have multiple Apple services. If you're paying for Apple Music and iCloud+ separately, switching to Apple One might cost less. You can change your plan directly from the Subscriptions screen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why don't I see a Subscriptions option in my Settings?

Your iPhone is running an older version of iOS. The Subscriptions section was added in iOS 13.7. Go to Settings, tap General, then Software Update, and install the latest version. After updating, go back to Settings, tap your name, and Subscriptions should appear.

Can I see subscriptions from my old iPhone on my new one?

Yes, if you signed in with the same Apple ID. When you set up your new iPhone and sign in, all subscriptions tied to that Apple ID will appear in Subscriptions. If you set up as a new device instead of restoring from backup, you'll need to manually sign in to your Apple ID in Settings.

What happens if I cancel a subscription from the Subscriptions screen?

You stop being charged after your current billing period ends. You keep access to the service until that date. The subscription moves to the Expired section, and you can resubscribe anytime by tapping it and choosing to renew.

If a subscription doesn't show in Settings, how do I cancel it?

Open the app itself and look for Account, Settings, or Manage Subscription. Most apps have a way to cancel from within the app. If you can't find it, visit the service's website and log in with your account to manage it there.

Can I see what payment method is being used for each subscription?

Tap any subscription in the Subscriptions list and you'll see the payment method on file. If you want to change it, you can update your payment method in Settings under your name, then Payment Method. The change applies to all subscriptions using that Apple ID.