How to Cancel Sling TV

Have you ever come across an online series platform that allows you to cancel your subscription before its validity ends? Wouldn’t it be easier if viewers were allowed to unsubscribe to a streaming service when they wish to? This will allow users to have subscriptions only when they have time for the shows. The good news is that similar to Netflix, Max, and Hulu, you can cancel Sling TV subscriptions too.

What is Sling TV?

Like any other OTT platform, Sling TV provides access to a variety of shows, series, and movies without any external equipment.

This was actually the first app-based TV service that enables streaming of live TV and on-demand content with the use of the internet. It is a subsidiary of its parent company, dish Network. It was founded on February 9, 2015, when online streaming services became popular.

Sling TV not only allows its users to cancel the subscription, but you can also change the subscription in the middle of the billing cycle and pause the subscription anytime.

How to Cancel Your Sling TV Subscription

To cancel your Sling TV subscription, follow the steps below:

• Visit sling.com and go to the My Account dashboard.
• Find and select the Cancel Subscription link (as shown in the reference image).
• Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the cancellation process.
• Once done, a confirmation email will be sent to you.

Troubleshooting Your Sling TV Cancelation

If you experience errors, like long load times, frequent time-outs, or unclickable buttons on the Cancel Subscription pages:

• Try using private browsing or incognito mode.
• Refer to our cache clearing article for guidance on clearing your browser cache.
• If you’re using an ad-blocker or VPN, consider disabling it temporarily.

Deleting the App vs. Subscription Cancellation

Deleting the app does not cancel your subscription. You must cancel it online, as described in the steps above.

What Happens After You Cancel Sling TV?

If you’ve just canceled a paid Sling TV subscription, you will have access until the end of the current billing cycle. If you had a free trial and canceled it, your subscription ends immediately.

After expiration, you can still enjoy hours of free content via Sling Freestream. You can access Sling Freestream on:

• Roku
• Amazon
• Android
• Select web browsers: Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Safari.

What to Do If You’re Still Being Charged After Cancelation

If you’re still being charged, ensure you have truly canceled by logging in at sling.com. If canceled, options to restart will be visible; if not, you’ll see details of your next billing date and options to amend your subscription.

You should also confirm you don’t have another account. To do this:

• Go to the Forgot Username/Email page.
• Provide your name and the last 4 digits of the charged card to verify.
• If issues persist, use the links provided on that page to contact our support.

How to Change Your Sling TV Subscription

After you sign in to your Sling TV account from the web browser and manage my account, you will be forwarded to my Account page.

This is where you will find both options, cancel my subscription or change my subscription.

In this case, you need to click on the blue button with Change Subscription written on top under the Your subscription box.

• You will be redirected to Edit your subscription page
• This page will list all the current Sling subscription offers.
• The basic Sling TV packages are labeled under Blue and Orange, whereas Standalone and Latino subscriptions know advanced packages.
• To know the details of each package, click on Show more below each package.
• If you want to purchase a package, press Select or Add seen in front of each package.
• You will know the package is selected if it shows a yellow tick mark. To uncheck it, click on it again.
• Finally, when you have decided which package you want to shift to, scroll down to the bottom of the page and click on Review.
• You will be redirected to the Review your Order page.
• This page will show the breakdown of your package and the new monthly total you will now have to pay.
• If you are satisfied with the order, click on submit Order at the bottom.

You can now enjoy watching the shows as per the new subscription package.

In short follow Sign In > Settings > Manage account settings > Change subscription> Select/Add the package > Review > Submit Order.

That’s it! It is quick and easy to change your subscription on Sling TV.

How To Pause Sling TV Subscription?

To pause or freeze your Sling TV subscription, you will sign in to your Sling TV account. Go to Settings > Manage account settings> Cancel Subscription> Pause my subscription.

Sling TV Refund Policy Explained

Becoming a Sling TV subscriber offers flexibility unlike traditional TV subscriptions. Here’s a breakdown of what you need to know:

1. No Contracts, No Strings Attached – With Sling TV, you’re never locked into a contract. This means you have the freedom to cancel your subscription whenever you wish.
2. Cancellation During Active Subscription – Should you decide to end your subscription, rest assured that you won’t lose access immediately. Your service remains active, allowing you to enjoy content until the end of your current billing cycle or renewal date.
3. Free Trial Cancellations – It’s important to note that if you cancel during a free trial period, your access is terminated instantly. No lingering benefits or extended viewing time is granted.
4. Refund Policy – As with many streaming services, Sling TV does not provide refunds for prepaid or partially used months. It’s designed this way to give you full access to your subscription until your next billing cycle begins.
5. More Information – If you’re curious about the finer details or have questions regarding the cancellation policy, you can dive deeper by checking out Sling TV’s Terms of Use.

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Final Thoughts

You can cancel your Sling TV subscription at any time. You can also change it anytime and shift to a more advanced or cheaper version.

However, before canceling your Sling TV subscription, you should know that Sling does not provide refunds for its prepaid services. The amount will not be refunded for the remaining months of service. For this reason, even after cancellation, you can still choose to view the shows until the renewal date.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How Do I Cancel My Sling TV Subscription?

To cancel your Sling TV subscription, log into your account on the Sling TV website. Navigate to the ‘Account Settings’ section, where you will find the option to cancel your subscription. Follow the prompts to confirm the cancellation.

Can I Cancel Sling TV Anytime?

Yes, you can cancel your Sling TV subscription at any time. Sling TV operates on a month-to-month basis without long-term contracts, allowing users to cancel their service without incurring additional fees or penalties.

Will I Receive a Refund After Canceling Sling TV?

Sling TV typically does not offer refunds for partial months. If you cancel, your service will continue until the end of your current billing cycle, and you will not be charged for the next cycle.

What Happens to My Account and Data After Cancellation?

After canceling your Sling TV subscription, your account will remain accessible until the end of your current billing cycle. After that, you’ll lose access to Sling TV channels and content. Your account information and settings are typically stored for a period in case you decide to reactivate your subscription.

Can I Pause My Sling TV Subscription Instead of Canceling?

Yes, Sling TV allows you to pause your subscription for a set period instead of canceling outright. You can choose to pause your account for 1-3 months, during which you won’t be charged. After the pause period, your subscription will automatically reactivate.

Frank Gogol

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