How to Disable Automatic Renewal for Adobe Acrobat Subscriptions
Question details
The user wants to cancel or disable the automatic renewal of their Adobe Acrobat subscription to avoid unwanted recurring charges.

- Product
- Adobe Acrobat
- Device & OS
- iOS, Android
- Scenario
- Managing mobile app store subscriptions to prevent future automatic billing.
- Observed behavior
- The Acrobat subscription is set to automatically renew, and the user must manually cancel the service through the original purchasing platform (Apple App Store or Google Play Store).
Ensure you know which app store (Apple App Store or Google Play Store) you originally used to purchase the Adobe Acrobat subscription, as cancellations must be processed directly through that specific provider rather than the Adobe website.
Cancel Acrobat Subscription on iOS Devices
Follow these steps to disable auto-renewal if you purchased Adobe Acrobat via the Apple App Store on an iPhone or iPad.
Apple requires all subscriptions purchased through their App Store to be managed within the Apple ID settings. Uninstalling the Acrobat app will not cancel your subscription.
Launch the Settings app on your iOS device.
Tap your name and Apple ID banner at the top of the Settings menu.
Tap on 'Subscriptions' to load a list of all your active and expired Apple subscriptions.
Select 'Adobe Acrobat' from your active list, then tap 'Cancel Subscription' at the bottom of the screen to disable automatic renewal.

Cancel Acrobat Subscription on Android Devices
Follow these steps to stop automatic billing if you purchased your Adobe Acrobat subscription via the Google Play Store.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I cancel my mobile Acrobat subscription through the Adobe website?
No. If you purchased your subscription through the Apple App Store or Google Play Store, Adobe cannot manage or cancel it on their end. You must process the cancellation directly through the respective app store's subscription settings.
Will I lose access to Acrobat immediately after disabling auto-renewal?
No, your access to Acrobat premium features will continue until the end of your current paid billing cycle. Disabling auto-renewal simply prevents you from being charged for the next upcoming cycle.
What happens to my PDF files after my Acrobat subscription ends?
Your PDF files remain safely stored on your device or in your cloud storage. However, you will lose access to the premium editing, exporting, and conversion tools within the Adobe Acrobat app once the subscription period expires.
How do I request a refund for an accidental Acrobat auto-renewal?
Refund requests must be directed to the platform where the renewal occurred. For iOS, use Apple's 'Report a Problem' webpage. For Android, you can request a refund through your Google Play account's order history page.




