How to Cancel Your
Public Premium Subscription
Cancel your Public Premium investing subscription in under 3 minutes. Your basic free trading account stays active after cancellation.
Quick Overview
Difficulty
EasyTime
~3 minutes
Method
App / Website
Refund
Contact support
Cancel Public Premium Step by Step
Sign in to your Public account
Go to public.com/settings or open the Public app and navigate to your account settings. Sign in with your credentials.
Navigate to subscription settings
Find the Subscription or Premium section in your account settings. Review your current plan and billing details.
Cancel your Premium subscription
Tap or click Cancel Subscription. If you subscribed through the app, you may need to cancel through Apple or Google subscription settings instead.
Confirm cancellation
Complete the confirmation process. Your premium features remain active until the end of your current billing period. Your free trading account is not affected.
Subscribed Through Apple or Google?
If you subscribed to Public Premium through the iOS or Android app, your billing is managed by Apple or Google. Cancel through their subscription settings.
Cancel via iPhone / iPad
- 1. Open Settings on your iPhone
- 2. Tap your name at the top (Apple Account)
- 3. Tap Subscriptions
- 4. Tap Public Premium in the list
- 5. Tap Cancel Subscription and confirm
Cancel via Android
- 1. Open the Google Play Store app
- 2. Tap your profile icon (top right)
- 3. Tap Payments & subscriptions
- 4. Tap Subscriptions then Public Premium
- 5. Tap Cancel subscription and confirm
What Happens After You Cancel Public Premium?
Free trading continues
Your basic Public account remains active with commission-free trading. Only premium features like advanced data and research tools are affected.
Premium features end at period close
Advanced market data, premium research, and exclusive content access expire at the end of your billing cycle.
Investments are not affected
Your portfolio, holdings, and investment positions are completely unaffected by canceling Premium. Your money stays invested.
Resubscribe anytime
You can upgrade back to Premium at any time from the app or website. Your account history and portfolio data are preserved.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will canceling Public Premium close my account?
No. Canceling Premium only removes premium features. Your free trading account, portfolio, and invested funds remain completely intact and accessible.
Can I get a refund from Public?
Contact Public support for refund requests. If you subscribed through Apple or Google, request refunds through those platforms instead.
What features do I lose with Public Premium?
Premium features typically include extended trading hours, advanced market data, premium research content, and additional analytical tools. Basic commission-free trading remains free.
Is my investment portfolio affected?
Not at all. Your stocks, ETFs, crypto, and other investments remain in your account. Canceling Premium only affects data and research tool access.
Can I still trade after canceling Premium?
Yes. Public offers commission-free trading on the free tier. You can continue buying and selling stocks, ETFs, and crypto without a Premium subscription.
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