How to Cancel Your
Things 3
Plot twist: Things 3 is not a subscription. It is a one-time purchase, so there is nothing to cancel. But if you are here, you probably have questions -- and we have answers.
Quick Overview
Cost
$9.99 (one-time)
Difficulty
N/ATime
~1 minute
Refund
Via Apple
Wait -- Things 3 is Not a Subscription
Understand the purchase model
Things 3 by Cultured Code is a one-time purchase, not a subscription. You buy it once per platform (iPhone for $9.99, iPad for $19.99, Mac for $49.99) and own it forever. No recurring charges, no sneaky auto-renewals, no subscription traps. It is the unicorn of productivity apps.
Want a refund? Go through Apple
If you just bought Things 3 and want your money back, head to reportaproblem.apple.com, sign in with your Apple ID, find the Things 3 purchase, and submit a refund request. Apple typically grants refunds within 48 hours if you request within 14 days of purchase.
Delete the app if you are done with it
If you simply want to stop using Things 3, just delete it from your device. Long-press the app icon, tap Remove App, then Delete App. Since you own it, you can always re-download it from the App Store later at no extra cost. Your purchase is tied to your Apple ID forever.
Good news: Since Things 3 is a one-time purchase, there is literally nothing to cancel. No subscription management needed. You already own it outright. If only all apps were this straightforward.
What Happens If You Delete Things 3?
You still own it
Deleting Things 3 does not revoke your purchase. You can re-download it anytime from the App Store under your Purchased apps. Your Apple ID remembers.
Things Cloud preserves your data
If you use Things Cloud (their free sync service), your tasks, projects, and areas are safely backed up. Reinstall later and everything syncs right back.
Local-only data gets deleted
If you do not use Things Cloud and only store data locally, deleting the app will permanently remove all your tasks and projects. Make sure to export or back up first.
Alternatives to Things 3
Looking for a different task manager? Here are some popular alternatives with different pricing models:
Todoist
Free tier available, Pro at $4/mo. Cross-platform with powerful natural language input and collaboration features.
Freemium, cross-platformApple Reminders
Free and built into every Apple device. Surprisingly capable these days with tags, smart lists, and collaboration.
Free, Apple ecosystemTickTick
Free tier with Premium at $2.79/mo. Includes calendar, habit tracker, Pomodoro timer, and cross-platform sync.
Freemium, feature-richFrequently Asked Questions
Is Things 3 a subscription?
Nope. Things 3 is a one-time purchase. You buy it once per platform (iPhone, iPad, Mac) and own it forever. No recurring charges, no annual renewal surprises. Cultured Code went old-school with their pricing model.
Can I get a refund for Things 3?
Since Things 3 is sold through the Apple App Store, refund requests go through Apple at reportaproblem.apple.com. Apple generally approves refunds within 14 days of purchase, but their policy can be flexible depending on the situation.
Do I need to buy Things 3 separately for each device?
Yes. Things 3 for iPhone ($9.99), Things 3 for iPad ($19.99), and Things 3 for Mac ($49.99) are separate purchases. The iPhone and iPad versions work on their respective devices, and all three sync seamlessly via Things Cloud.
What happens to my data if I delete Things 3?
If you use Things Cloud sync (free), your data is backed up and will be there when you reinstall. If you only store data locally on the device, deleting the app removes your tasks permanently. Always check your sync settings before deleting.
Will there be a Things 4 that requires a new purchase?
Cultured Code has not announced Things 4 as of February 2026. When they do release a major new version, it will likely be a separate purchase (as Things 3 was from Things 2). But for now, Things 3 continues to receive updates.
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