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Kids Education Cancellation Guide

How to Cancel ABCmouse

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Cancel at abcmouse.com or call 1-888-599-3500 · Free trial auto-converts on day 30

Updated June 2026
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Free trial auto-converts to paid on day 30

ABCmouse's free trial requires a credit card and automatically converts to a $13/month or $60/year subscription on day 30. Cancel before day 30 through your account settings or Apple/Google if you don't want to be charged. Many parents forget and discover a charge weeks later.

Your child's progress is saved if you resubscribe

All learning progress, rewards, and completed activities are saved in your child's profile even after subscription cancellation. If you resubscribe later, everything picks up where it left off.

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ABCmouse vs Khan Academy Kids vs Homer

ABCmouse ($13/mo or $60/yr) is the most comprehensive paid platform for ages 2–8 with 10,000+ learning activities. Khan Academy Kids is completely free with no ads. Homer Learning focuses on reading for ages 2–8. If cost is the main issue, Khan Academy Kids covers literacy, math, and social-emotional learning at zero cost.

Refund policy

ABCmouse offers a 30-day satisfaction guarantee on new annual subscriptions. Contact support within 30 days of your first annual charge for a full refund. Monthly subscriptions don't receive prorated refunds for the current period. For billing errors, call 1-888-599-3500.

Frequently asked questions

Does canceling ABCmouse delete my child's account?
No. Canceling the subscription keeps your child's profile and all progress intact. You can resubscribe anytime and their learning history is fully restored.
Can I get a refund on ABCmouse if I forgot to cancel the trial?
Contact ABCmouse support at 1-888-599-3500 or support@abcmouse.com promptly after the charge. For first-time charges, they have been known to grant courtesy refunds - especially if you haven't used the service after the trial converted.
Is ABCmouse worth it compared to free alternatives?
For a structured, game-based curriculum across reading, math, science, and art, ABCmouse has more depth than free alternatives. But Khan Academy Kids covers core subjects well for free. ABCmouse is best for families who want a single platform with a clear progression path.