How to Cancel Your Duolingo Free Trial in Just a Few Clicks

Signing up for Duolingo’s free trial can feel like a low‑risk way to test out the premium features, but when the trial ends most users realize they don’t need the extra perks. Canceling your Duolingo free trial is surprisingly straightforward—if you know where to look. Below is a practical walk‑through that covers both the mobile app and the desktop website, plus a few tips to keep your account tidy after you’ve opted out.

Why you might want to cancel the Duolingo free trial

Most learners start the trial to see whether Duolingo Plus (now called Super Duolingo) really speeds up progress. Some discover that the ad‑free experience and offline lessons aren’t worth the monthly fee, while others simply forget the trial exists and get charged unintentionally. Canceling early avoids surprise charges and lets you continue using the core app for free.

Step‑by‑step: Canceling your Duolingo free trial on mobile

The Duolingo app hides the cancellation flow under a few menus, but following these steps will get you out of the trial without a hitch.

• Open the app and tap your profile icon. It’s the circular avatar in the top‑right corner of the home screen.
• Select “Settings.”** This brings up a list of account options.
• Tap “Super Duolingo.”** If you’re still in the trial, the button will read “Manage Subscription.”
• Choose “Cancel Subscription.”** You’ll see a confirmation screen that explains what you lose by canceling.
• Confirm your choice. The app may ask you to confirm a second time; just follow the prompts.

After you confirm, you’ll receive an email receipt confirming the cancellation. Your premium benefits remain active until the end of the current billing period, after which you’ll revert to the free tier automatically.

How to cancel from the Duolingo website

Some users prefer the desktop route because it links directly to the Apple or Google subscription managers, depending on how they originally signed up.

• Log in to Duolingo.com and click your avatar in the upper‑right corner.
• Select “Settings” from the dropdown menu, then navigate to the “Super Duolingo” tab.
• If you signed up via the web, you’ll see a “Manage Subscription” button that redirects you to the appropriate payment platform (Stripe, Apple, or Google).
• On the payment platform’s page, look for “Cancel Subscription” or “Turn Off Auto‑Renew.” Follow the on‑screen instructions.
• Finish the process and return to Duolingo; a banner should confirm that your trial is canceled.

Just like on mobile, you’ll retain premium access until the trial’s official end date. No further charges will be applied.

What happens after you cancel?

Cancelation doesn’t erase your Duolingo account. Your progress, streak, and saved words stay exactly where they were. The only change is that you’ll start seeing ads again and lose the ability to download lessons for offline study. If you decide later that you want to return to Super Duolingo, you can simply resubscribe—your previous streak and achievements remain untouched.

Common pitfalls and how to avoid them

Even a simple process can trip up users who aren’t paying close attention.

• Missing the cancellation deadline. Duolingo usually sends a reminder email a few days before the trial ends, but it’s easy to overlook. Set a calendar reminder for the day you start the trial, just in case.
• Canceling the wrong account. If you have multiple Google or Apple IDs, double‑check you’re logged into the one linked to your Duolingo subscription before you hit “Cancel.”
• Thinking you’re done after the first confirmation. Some platforms ask for a second confirmation to prevent accidental cancellations. Skipping that step can leave the subscription active.
• Assuming you’ll get a refund. Duolingo’s policy states that once you’ve been billed, the charge isn’t refundable, even if you cancel mid‑cycle. Plan your cancellation to avoid the charge altogether.

FAQ

Can I get a refund if I cancel before the trial ends?

No. Duolingo’s terms make it clear that the trial is free only until the first billing date. Canceling before that date prevents a charge, but once you’ve been billed, refunds aren’t offered.

Will I lose my streak if I cancel?

Your streak stays intact. The only thing that changes is the removal of ad‑free lessons and offline downloads.

Do I need an internet connection to cancel?

Yes, because the cancellation request must reach Duolingo’s servers or the external payment platform. A brief connection is enough; you don’t need a fast link.

Is there a way to pause the trial instead of canceling?

Duolingo doesn’t provide a “pause” option for the trial. The only way to stop the upcoming charge is to cancel outright.