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How to Stop an Unwanted Microsoft 365 PayPal Recurring Payment
Question details
The user needs to stop an unwanted pending or future recurring payment for a Microsoft 365 subscription linked to their PayPal account.
- Product
- Microsoft 365 / PayPal
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- The user canceled their Microsoft 365 subscription but noticed a pending or attempted charge on their PayPal account, and wants to ensure no further funds are collected.
- Observed behavior
- PayPal is attempting to process a recurring payment for Microsoft 365 despite the user no longer needing the product or having canceled the service.
Ensure you have your login credentials ready for both your Microsoft account and your PayPal account to verify billing settings on both platforms.
Turn Off Recurring Billing in Your Microsoft Account
Stop future charges by completely disabling recurring billing for your Microsoft 365 subscription directly within your Microsoft account dashboard.
If you have not actually been charged yet, the payment should not be completed as long as recurring billing is properly turned off on Microsoft's end.
Navigate to the Microsoft account website and sign in with the email address linked to your Microsoft 365 subscription.
Click on the 'Services & subscriptions' tab at the top of the page to view all your active and canceled services.
Locate your Microsoft 365 subscription in the list and click on the 'Manage' button next to it.
Click on 'Turn off recurring billing' or 'Cancel subscription'. Follow the on-screen prompts until you receive a confirmation that recurring billing is disabled.
Cancel the Automatic Payment Agreement in PayPal
Revoke Microsoft's authorization to charge your PayPal account by canceling the automatic payment agreement directly through PayPal's settings.
Contact Support for Pending or Completed Charges
If the payment has already been deducted from your PayPal balance or bank account, you will need to contact customer support to request a refund.
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- 1. Download the Installer: Visit the official WPS Office website and download the free installer for your specific operating system.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will I get a refund if Microsoft 365 has already charged my PayPal?
Microsoft generally offers refunds if you cancel the subscription within 30 days of the initial purchase or the renewal date. You must contact Microsoft Support directly through their billing portal to request the refund.
Why is the payment still pending on PayPal after I canceled?
If PayPal initiated the payment authorization just before you canceled the recurring billing, the charge may appear as 'Pending'. Since the billing is now canceled, the authorization should automatically expire and drop off your account in a few days without taking your funds.
Can I just delete my PayPal account to stop the payment?
Deleting your PayPal account is not recommended and may not immediately void pending agreements. The safest and most effective method is to log into PayPal and cancel the specific automatic payment agreement with Microsoft under your payment settings.
