What you lose canceling Medium membership
Medium membership ($5/month or $50/year) removes the paywall on all stories. Without it, you hit the monthly limit on member-only articles. Your own published stories, profile, and reading history are unaffected. Writers you follow who post free content remain fully accessible.
Frequently asked questions
- Does canceling Medium delete my account?
- No. Your account, published stories, and reading history stay on the free tier.
- How many free articles can I read without a Medium membership?
- Medium adjusts this periodically, but free users typically hit a limit on member-only stories per month.
- Does Medium give refunds?
- Medium does not typically prorate refunds. Cancel before your renewal date. Contact support@medium.com for exceptional cases.