How to Cancel LastPass Premium in 2026 - Export Your Vault First
Cancel LastPass Premium on web or iPhone. Export your passwords before downgrading to Free. No refunds - plan runs until term ends. Alternatives compared.
To cancel LastPass Premium, log in at lastpass.com, go to Account Settings, click My Account, and select Cancel Auto-Renewal, then click Yes to confirm. Your Premium features stay active until the end of your current annual term, after which your account drops to the free tier. LastPass costs $36/year and only offers annual billing - there is no monthly option. Before cancelling, export your vault data: go to Advanced Options in the left sidebar, click Export, enter your master password, and save the CSV file. This step is critical because the free tier now limits you to one device type (either computers or mobile devices, not both). If you rely on accessing passwords across your phone and laptop, you will lose that ability on the free plan. LastPass has faced multiple security breaches in recent years, which is a common reason users cancel. Whatever your reason for leaving, make sure you have your passwords exported and a new manager set up before your Premium expires.
What you'll learn
- How to cancel LastPass Premium on web and iPhone
- How to export your vault as CSV before cancelling
- Free tier limitations - one device type only
- LastPass refund policy and what happens after cancellation
- Secure password manager alternatives to LastPass
Export your vault before cancelling. In your LastPass vault, go to Advanced Options in the left sidebar, click Export, enter your master password, and save the CSV file. Store it securely and delete it after importing into your new password manager.
LastPass Plans and Pricing (2026)
| Plan | Price (US) |
|---|---|
| Free | $0 (one device type only) |
| Premium | $36/yr ($3/mo effective) |
| Families (up to 6) | $48/yr ($4/mo effective) |
LastPass only offers annual billing for Premium and Families plans. There is no monthly payment option. The free tier was once one of the best in the industry, but since 2021, it restricts you to either computers or mobile devices - you cannot sync across both. Premium adds cross-device access, 1 GB encrypted file storage, priority support, and advanced multi-factor authentication options. If you are cancelling because of price, keep in mind that competitors like Bitwarden offer cross-device sync for free.
How to Cancel LastPass Premium on Web
- 1Go to lastpass.com and log in with your master password
- 2Click Account Settings in the left sidebar
- 3Click My Account at the top of the settings panel
- 4Find the Cancel Auto-Renewal option
- 5Click Yes to confirm cancellation
After confirming, your Premium subscription will not renew at the next billing date. You keep all Premium features until your current annual term expires. Check your account page to see the exact expiration date so you know when you will drop to the free tier.
How to Cancel LastPass Premium on iPhone (iOS)
If you subscribed through the Apple App Store, you must cancel through Apple. The LastPass website cannot cancel App Store subscriptions.
- 1Open Settings on your iPhone
- 2Tap your Apple ID name at the top
- 3Tap Subscriptions
- 4Find LastPass and tap it
- 5Tap Cancel Subscription and confirm
LastPass does not offer an Android subscription through Google Play for Premium. Android users who want to cancel should use the web method at lastpass.com. If you see LastPass charges from Google Play, it may be from a legacy subscription - check your Google Play subscriptions to be safe.
What Happens After You Cancel LastPass Premium?
Your Premium features remain active until your annual term expires. After that, your account reverts to the free tier. On the free plan, you must choose between computers or mobile devices for vault access - you cannot use both. All your saved passwords, secure notes, and form fills stay in your vault. Nothing gets deleted. The browser extension continues to work if you chose computers as your device type. The mobile app continues to work if you chose mobile. You just cannot use both simultaneously. Your master password and vault encryption remain unchanged. If you decide to resubscribe later, all your data is still there. LastPass does not issue refunds for unused portions of your annual subscription.
How to Export Your LastPass Vault
Exporting is the most important step before cancelling. Log in to your vault at lastpass.com, click Advanced Options in the left sidebar, then click Export. Enter your master password to confirm, and your browser will download a CSV file containing all your passwords, usernames, URLs, and secure notes. This file is unencrypted plain text, so treat it with extreme care. Import it into your new password manager immediately, verify that everything transferred correctly, then permanently delete the CSV file. If you have items in shared folders, those may not export - check shared items separately. You should also save your emergency access contacts and any custom equivalent domains you configured.
LastPass in India - Key Notes
LastPass charges in USD, so Indian users pay roughly Rs 3,025/year at current exchange rates. There is no INR pricing or regional discount. Your bank may add foreign transaction fees of 1-3.5% on top. Given the security incidents that affected LastPass in 2022 and 2023, many Indian users have moved to alternatives. If you paid through Apple with an Indian payment method, cancel through your iPhone Settings. For users who primarily access passwords on one device, the free tier may still work - just be aware of the single device type restriction.
Alternatives to LastPass
Bitwarden is the most popular LastPass alternative. Its free tier offers unlimited passwords across unlimited devices with no restrictions - the exact feature LastPass removed from its free plan. Bitwarden Premium ($10/year) adds TOTP codes, vault health reports, and emergency access. 1Password ($35.88/year) is a polished option with strong security architecture but no free tier. Apple Keychain (free, built into Apple devices) and Google Password Manager (free, built into Chrome) work well for users locked into one ecosystem. Proton Pass (free tier available) is newer but built by the privacy-focused Proton team. KeePass (free, open-source) is for users who want complete local control. Use RecurStop to track your password manager subscription and any other recurring charges so you get reminders before renewal dates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I lose my passwords if I cancel LastPass Premium?
No. All your saved passwords, secure notes, credit card details, and form fills stay in your vault when you cancel Premium. Your account drops to the free tier, which restricts you to one device type (computers or mobile), but your data is fully preserved. You can still access everything from your chosen device type.
Can I get a refund from LastPass?
LastPass does not offer refunds for unused subscription time. When you cancel auto-renewal, your Premium features stay active until the end of your current annual term. If you were charged by mistake or need to dispute a billing error, contact LastPass support through their help center at support.lastpass.com with your account details.
What does the LastPass free tier include in 2026?
The free tier includes unlimited password storage, a password generator, secure notes, and autofill. The major limitation is that you must choose between computers or mobile devices - you cannot sync across both. You also lose 1 GB encrypted storage, priority support, advanced multi-factor options, and emergency access that Premium includes.
Is LastPass still safe to use after the security breaches?
LastPass suffered significant security incidents in 2022 and 2023 where encrypted vault data and customer information were accessed by attackers. If your master password was strong (12+ characters, unique), your vault data likely remains secure due to the encryption. However, many security experts now recommend migrating to alternatives like Bitwarden or 1Password. If you decide to leave, change the passwords for your most critical accounts (email, banking, social media) after migrating.
How do I move my passwords from LastPass to Bitwarden?
Export your LastPass vault as CSV (Advanced Options, then Export in the LastPass web vault). In Bitwarden, go to Tools, then Import Data, select LastPass CSV as the format, and upload your file. Bitwarden imports all your logins, secure notes, and card details. Verify that everything transferred correctly, then securely delete the CSV file since it contains your passwords in unencrypted plain text.