Yes. HBO Max was renamed to 'Max' in May 2023. The content library is the same — all HBO originals, Warner Bros. theatrical releases, Discovery content, and Max originals. If you had an HBO Max subscription, it automatically became a Max subscription at the same price. You do not need to do anything.

How do I cancel Max if I subscribed through Amazon?

Go to amazon.com/appstore/subscriptions in a web browser, sign in, find Max under Your Subscriptions, and click Cancel. The max.com website will not show a cancel option for Amazon-billed accounts — you must cancel through Amazon directly.

Can I get a refund if I cancel Max?

Max does not offer prorated refunds for monthly subscriptions. For annual subscribers, you keep access for the remainder of the year but won't receive a partial refund. If you were charged in error or immediately after signing up, contact Max support — they may make exceptions on a case-by-case basis.

What happens to my watch history and profiles when I cancel Max?

Your profiles, watch history, and My List are saved when you cancel — Max does not delete your account data immediately. If you resubscribe later, everything will be exactly left it. Max retains account data for a period after cancellation, though the exact duration is not publicly specified.

What happens to my downloads after cancelling Max?

All downloaded content becomes unavailable once your subscription period ends. You need to resubscribe to access downloads again. Any content purchased individually outside the subscription (rare on Max) remains accessible.

How to Cancel HBO Max (Max) Subscription — 2026

HBO Max was renamed to 'Max' in May 2023 — same service, same content, different name. Whether you search for 'cancel HBO Max' or 'cancel Max', you're cancelling the same subscription at max.com.

To cancel Max (formerly HBO Max), go to max.com → your profile → Settings → Manage Subscription → Cancel Subscription. If you subscribed through Apple, cancel in iPhone Settings → Apple ID → Subscriptions. If through Amazon, cancel at amazon.com/appstore/subscriptions. Your access continues until the end of your billing period regardless of which method you use.

What you'll learn

How to cancel Max (HBO Max) on web, iPhone, Android, Amazon, Roku, and cable
HBO Max vs Max — they are the same subscription, just rebranded
How to cancel if subscribed through Amazon Prime Video Channels
What happens to your profiles, watch history, and downloads after cancelling
Refund policy and annual plan implications

Max does not offer prorated refunds. You keep access until your billing period ends — cancel 1-2 days before your renewal date to get the most from your current payment.

Max Plans and Pricing (2026)

Max offers three tiers in the US: With Ads ($9.99/month or $99.99/year), Ad-Free ($15.99/month or $149.99/year), and Ultimate Ad-Free ($19.99/month or $199.99/year) which includes 4K and Dolby Atmos. Max is not officially available in India standalone service — HBO content is licensed to JioCinema in India.

How to Cancel Max on Web

1Go to max.com and sign in to your account
2Click your profile icon in the top right corner
3Go to 'Settings' or 'Account'
4Under 'Subscription', click 'Manage Subscription'
5Click 'Cancel Subscription'
6Max may offer a discount or pause — decline if you want to fully cancel
7Confirm cancellation and note the date your access ends

Cancel Max on iPhone or iPad (iOS)

1Open Settings on your device
2Tap your name at the top (Apple ID)
3Tap 'Subscriptions'
4Find Max (or HBO Max) and tap it
5Tap 'Cancel Subscription' and confirm

Cancel Max on Android (Google Play)

1Open Google Play Store on your device
2Tap your profile picture in the top right
3Go to 'Payments & subscriptions' → 'Subscriptions'
4Find Max (or HBO Max) and tap it
5Tap 'Cancel subscription' and follow the confirmation prompts

Cancel Max Added Through Amazon Prime Video Channels

Many users add Max Amazon Prime Video Channel rather than subscribing directly. If your Max billing shows up Amazon charge, cancel through Amazon — the Max website will not show a cancel option for Amazon-billed accounts:

1Go to amazon.com/appstore/subscriptions in a web browser
2Sign in with your Amazon account
3Find Max (or HBO Max) under 'Your Subscriptions'
4Click 'Cancel subscription' or 'Turn off auto-renewal'
5Confirm — you keep access through your current billing period

Cancel Max Through Cable or TV Provider

If Max appears on your cable or internet bill instead of separate charge, you subscribed through your TV provider. Contact your cable company (Spectrum, Xfinity, DirecTV, etc.) to cancel the Max add-on. You can usually manage add-on subscriptions through your provider's website or app under 'Manage Packages' or 'Add-Ons'. Some providers require a phone call to remove HBO/Max from your package.

Cancel Max on Roku or Fire TV

For Roku: Go to the Roku home screen, highlight the Max channel (don't open it), press the Star (*) button, and select 'Manage subscription' → 'Cancel.' For Amazon Fire TV: Visit amazon.com/appstore/subscriptions, find Max, and cancel there. For Samsung or other smart TVs where you subscribed through the TV's app store: cancel through that TV platform's subscription settings.

Not sure where you subscribed? Check your email for the original Max confirmation, or look at your bank statement — the charge will show as 'Max', 'Apple', 'Google Play', 'Amazon', or your cable company name.

What Happens After You Cancel Max?

Access continues until the end of your current billing period
Downloaded content becomes unavailable after cancellation takes effect
Your profiles, watch history, and My List are saved — available if you resubscribe
If on an annual plan, you keep access for the remainder of the year paid
Your account is not deleted — just deactivated until you resubscribe
Max does not automatically delete account data upon cancellation

Max Alternatives to Consider

If you're leaving Max, consider what drew you there. For prestige drama and films: Apple TV+ ($12.99/month) has consistently award-winning originals. For broader entertainment with current TV: Hulu ($7.99/month with ads). For live sports alongside streaming: Peacock ($7.99/month) covers NBC sports and Premier League. Many services offer free trials worth testing before committing.

Track Max alongside all your streaming subscriptions and get renewal alerts before you're charged.

HBO / Max in India — What You Need to Know

Max (HBO Max) is not available standalone app in India. HBO content — including originals like The Last of Us, Succession, and House of the Dragon — is licensed to JioCinema in India. If you're watching HBO shows through JioCinema, you don't have a Max subscription to cancel. Instead, manage your JioCinema subscription through the JioCinema app or jiocinema.com. If you signed up for Max using a VPN or while traveling abroad, you'll need to cancel through the platform you used to subscribe (Apple, Google, or max.com). Note that Max may not work in India without a VPN even if you have an active subscription.

How to Avoid Paying for Max You Don't Use

Use the rotation strategy: subscribe for 1-2 months, binge the HBO shows you want, cancel, and come back when new seasons drop
Set a renewal reminder using RecurStop — get notified via WhatsApp or email before Max charges you again
Check if your cable/internet provider includes Max for free — many Spectrum and DirecTV plans bundle it at no extra cost
Compare the With Ads plan ($9.99/month) vs Ad-Free ($15.99/month) — if you only watch a few shows, the cheaper plan may be fine
Watch for Max's comeback offers — they frequently email lapsed subscribers with discounted monthly rates