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Cancel Us Weekly: The Right Way
How to cancel us weekly magazine and reclaim your entertainment budget
Understanding us weekly and why you might want to cancel
Us Weekly is a celebrity news and entertainment publication that delivers digital and print issues covering celebrity gossip, fashion trends, and pop culture stories. You can subscribe through multiple platforms including the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, and third-party retailers like Amazon, which means your cancellation process depends entirely on where you originally purchased your subscription.
If you've decided that Us Weekly no longer fits your entertainment needs or budget, you're not alone. Many Canadian subscribers find themselves paying for content they no longer read or that no longer aligns with their interests. At Stopee, we help thousands of Canadians take control of their subscriptions every year by walking them through the exact cancellation steps for their specific platform.
When cancellation makes sense for your situation
You should consider cancelling if you're no longer actively reading the weekly issues, if you've found alternative sources for celebrity news online, or if the subscription cost no longer fits your monthly budget. Some subscribers cancel seasonally (for example, during tighter financial months) and rejoin later, which is entirely within your rights as a paying customer.
Common reasons canadian subscribers cancel us weekly
Budget constraints rank highest among cancellation reasons, followed by changing entertainment preferences and overlap with free celebrity news available on social media. If you're paying C$68.99 annually but haven't opened the app in weeks, that's a clear signal that your money could be spent elsewhere. Stopee's data shows that entertainment subscriptions are among the easiest to justify cancelling because free alternatives are widely available and regularly updated.
Your consumer rights in canada and why they matter
Canadian consumer protection laws don't automatically grant you a 14-day refund window for digital magazine subscriptions the way they do for some physical goods. However, your rights still exist under federal and provincial consumer protection frameworks, and understanding them gives you leverage if you encounter billing issues or disputed charges.
Federal and provincial protections for digital subscriptions
Canada's Competition Act and provincial consumer protection legislation require merchants to clearly disclose subscription terms, including renewal dates and cancellation procedures. If Us Weekly or the platform you purchased through failed to provide transparent pricing or cancellation instructions at the time of purchase, you have grounds to dispute the charge. Most Canadian provinces also allow you to file complaints with their consumer protection offices if a company refuses to cancel or process refunds after cancellation.
Stopee recommends documenting all communication with Us Weekly or your payment platform, including screenshots of the cancellation confirmation. This documentation becomes critical if you need to escalate a dispute to your provincial consumer protection authority or your credit card issuer's chargeback department.
What to do if us weekly won't honour your cancellation
If the company refuses to cancel your subscription or continues charging after you've cancelled, you have several escalation paths. First, contact your payment processor (Apple, Google, or Amazon) and file a dispute through their official channels. These platforms take cancellation violations seriously because they face regulatory scrutiny themselves. If that fails, file a complaint with your provincial consumer protection office or contact the federal Competition Bureau. Most importantly, notify your credit card issuer and request a chargeback if charges continue after a confirmed cancellation request.
Step-by-step cancellation methods for each platform
Your exact cancellation steps depend on which platform processed your subscription purchase. Follow the method that matches where you signed up.
How to cancel us weekly via apple app store (iPhone or iPad)
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad.
- Tap your name at the top of the settings menu.
- You may see "Apple ID, iCloud, iTunes & App Store" depending on your device software version.
- Select "Subscriptions" from the menu options.
- Find and tap "Us Weekly" in your active subscriptions list.
- Tap "Cancel Subscription" and confirm the cancellation when prompted.
- Apple will ask you to confirm your reason for cancellation; you can skip this step or provide feedback.
- Check your email for a cancellation confirmation from Apple within 24 hours.
- Pro tip: Screenshot this confirmation for your records before closing the email.
What happens next: Your Us Weekly access continues until the end of your current billing period. Apple will not charge you again after that date. If you're charged after your confirmed cancellation date, contact Apple Support immediately and request a refund.
How to cancel us weekly via google play store (Android)
- Open the Google Play app on your Android device.
- Tap your profile icon in the top right corner.
- Select "Payments and subscriptions" from the menu.
- Tap "Subscriptions" to view all active subscriptions.
- Find and tap "Us Weekly" in your list.
- Tap "Cancel subscription" and follow the on-screen prompts to confirm.
- Google may show you a retention offer; you can decline this and proceed with cancellation.
- Look for a cancellation confirmation message on your screen and in your email.
- Pro tip: Save this confirmation as a PDF or screenshot immediately.
What happens next: Your access ends at the end of your current billing cycle. Google Play will not attempt to renew the subscription after that date. Refunds through Google Play are typically only issued for cancellations within 48 hours of the original purchase.
How to cancel us weekly via amazon (web purchase)
- Visit Amazon.ca and log into your account.
- Navigate to "Account" and select "Your memberships and subscriptions."
- You can also find this under "Manage Your Subscriptions" if you're already in your account menu.
- Locate the Us Weekly subscription in your active subscriptions list.
- Click "Manage subscription" next to the Us Weekly entry.
- Select "End subscription" and confirm your cancellation request.
- Amazon will display a cancellation confirmation on screen and send an email confirmation.
- Pro tip: Forward this confirmation email to yourself or save it to a backup folder for safekeeping.
What happens next: Your Us Weekly access continues until your current billing period ends. Amazon will not renew the subscription after that date. If you're charged again after cancellation, contact Amazon customer service immediately.
Understanding refunds and what you can actually get back
Refunds for digital magazine subscriptions in Canada are discretionary rather than automatic, which means the company or platform decides whether to issue one based on their stated policies.
Refund eligibility and timelines
You have the strongest refund case within 48 hours of purchase through any platform. After that window closes, refunds depend on whether you cancelled within your current billing period or during the renewal process. Apple and Google both have their own refund policies that differ from Amazon's, so check the specific platform's terms. When a refund is approved, it typically returns to your original payment method within 3 to 5 business days, though some credit card companies can take longer to process the credit.
Stopee advises requesting a refund immediately when you cancel if you believe you were charged unfairly or if the service didn't meet your expectations. Put your refund request in writing (email to customer service) and reference the specific charge date and amount. This creates a paper trail that supports your case if you need to escalate to a credit card chargeback.
How to request a refund if cancellation alone doesn't fix your billing issue
- Contact the platform customer service first (Apple Support, Google Play Support, or Amazon Customer Service).
- Provide your subscription start date, most recent charge date, and the amount you were charged.
- Clearly state that you are requesting a refund due to [your reason: unexpected renewal, no longer using service, billing error].
- Wait for a response within 5 to 10 business days.
- If the platform denies your refund, contact your credit card issuer and request a chargeback with the documentation you've collected.
Important: Don't submit a chargeback before attempting to resolve the issue directly with the company, as this can damage your relationship with the platform and may result in account suspension.
What happens after you cancel us weekly
Cancelling a subscription can feel uncertain because you're not entirely sure what to expect in the days and weeks that follow. Let's walk through exactly what you'll experience.
Immediate changes after cancellation
Your Us Weekly app will remain installed on your device, but you'll lose access to new issues starting on the day your subscription expires. Any issues you previously downloaded may remain on your device (depending on app settings), but you won't be able to download new content. Your account data stays with the platform for up to two years, depending on their privacy policies. If you want complete account deletion, you'll need to request this separately through the platform's data deletion process or contact Us Weekly's customer service directly.
Removing the app and cleaning up after cancellation
After your subscription ends, you can delete the Us Weekly app from your device to free up storage space. Uninstalling the app doesn't cancel your subscription; the cancellation you completed earlier handles that. However, if you ever resubscribe, your previous issues and reading history may be restored if you log back in with the same account. If you want a completely fresh start, delete the app and clear your app data before reinstalling it in the future.
Avoiding common cancellation mistakes with us weekly
Many Canadian subscribers accidentally leave themselves vulnerable to unexpected charges by making preventable errors during the cancellation process. We want your cancellation to stick, so watch out for these traps.
Mistake 1: confusing app deletion with subscription cancellation
Uninstalling the Us Weekly app from your phone does not cancel your subscription. The app is just how you access the content; the subscription itself lives on the platform's servers. You must complete the cancellation through your account settings on the specific platform (Apple, Google, or Amazon) where you originally purchased it. Many subscribers delete the app, feel relieved, and then get surprised by a charge months later because they never actually cancelled the subscription.
Mistake 2: not saving your cancellation confirmation
Cancellation confirmations can disappear from your email inbox or get buried in spam folders. Screenshot or print your confirmation email immediately after cancelling. Include the date, confirmation number (if provided), and the name of the platform. If you're charged again after cancellation, this proof becomes essential for disputing the charge with your credit card company.
Mistake 3: cancelling too close to your renewal date
If you cancel on the day your renewal happens, the platform may not process your cancellation in time. Try to cancel at least 2 to 3 business days before your next billing date. Check your original confirmation email or your app account settings to find your exact renewal date, then set a phone reminder to cancel 5 days before it arrives.
Mistake 4: assuming a refund is automatic after cancellation
Cancelling does not automatically trigger a refund. If you want your money back and believe you qualify, you must request a refund separately through your platform's support system. Don't assume silence from the company means approval; follow up if you don't hear back within 10 business days.
Mistake 5: not checking your bank statement for the next 60 days
Watch your bank or credit card statement for at least two billing cycles after your cancellation. If an unexpected charge appears, contact the platform immediately. The sooner you report it, the easier it is to dispute and recover your money.
Us weekly pricing and whether the cost justifies keeping your subscription
Understanding what you're actually paying helps you decide whether to keep or cancel.
Current subscription pricing in canada
| Plan | Price (CAD) | Billing period | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-year digital (iOS App Store) | C$68.99 | Annual | Committed readers who want the lowest per-issue cost |
| Monthly digital (varies by platform) | C$6.99 to C$7.99 | Monthly | Casual readers testing the service |
| Print + digital bundle | Contact publisher | Varies | Collectors who want physical and digital access |
At C$68.99 annually, you're paying roughly C$1.33 per weekly issue. This is reasonable if you consistently read the magazine, but it's wasteful if you're opening the app fewer than once per week. Compare this to free celebrity news sites like Entertainment Weekly, TMZ, and Variety, which offer similar content at no cost and update multiple times daily. If you're paying to avoid ads, consider using an ad blocker on free sites instead.
Creating a cancellation checklist you can actually follow
Use this checklist to ensure nothing gets missed during your cancellation.
Before you cancel
- Identify which platform you used to purchase (Apple App Store, Google Play, or Amazon)
- Find your subscription confirmation email and note your renewal date
- Check your bank or credit card statement to confirm the last charge
- Log into your account on the platform to confirm active subscription status
During cancellation
- Follow the platform-specific steps listed in this guide
- Screenshot or photograph the cancellation confirmation screen
- Save the cancellation confirmation email to a dedicated folder
- Note the exact date and time you completed the cancellation
- Request a refund if applicable, in writing, immediately after cancelling
After cancellation
- Check your email for a confirmation within 24 hours
- Monitor your bank or credit card for the next two billing cycles
- Set a calendar reminder to verify no renewal charge appears
- Uninstall the app from your device if you no longer need it
- If you see an unexpected charge, dispute it immediately through your bank
When to contact customer service and how stopee can help
Some cancellation situations require direct contact with customer service rather than relying solely on platform support. Stopee makes it easier to navigate these conversations and know your rights throughout the process.
Reasons to contact us weekly customer service directly
Reach out to Us Weekly's customer service department if you encounter a problem that the platform can't resolve, if you're being charged despite a confirmed cancellation, or if you need to request complete account deletion for privacy reasons. You should also contact them directly if you purchased a print subscription that you want to cancel, as these often require different procedures than digital subscriptions.
Preferred contact method: Send cancellation requests via certified or registered mail to create an official record. Address your letter to the Customer Service department and include your subscription account number, the email associated with your account, and the date you want the cancellation to take effect. This approach gives you proof of delivery if a dispute later arises.
How stopee helps thousands of canadian subscribers every year
Stopee has helped thousands of consumers navigate cancellations across every major subscription platform, and we understand the unique challenges Canadians face. Our guides cover every platform, every edge case, and every worst-case scenario. When you're uncertain whether you should cancel, when you don't know which steps apply to your situation, or when you're stuck in a refund dispute, Stopee provides the clarity and step-by-step guidance you need to take action confidently. We've processed the consumer laws, tested the cancellation procedures, and documented the common mistakes so you don't have to figure it out alone.
Final steps and next actions
You now have everything you need to cancel your Us Weekly subscription on your own terms. The process takes fewer than 5 minutes on whichever platform you use, and your access continues until the end of your paid period, so you're not losing access to content you've already paid for.
Start by identifying your platform (Apple, Google, or Amazon), following the exact steps in this guide, and saving your cancellation confirmation. If a charge appears after your subscription expires, you have the documentation and escalation strategies to dispute it. Most importantly, you understand your consumer rights in Canada and know exactly which authorities to contact if the company refuses to honour your cancellation request.
Stopee has guided countless Canadian consumers through cancellations exactly like yours, and we're here if you need additional support, have questions about your specific situation, or want to explore more efficient ways to manage your subscriptions going forward. Your entertainment budget is yours to control, and cancelling subscriptions you don't use is one of the fastest ways to reclaim it.