If you’re looking to get a refund on your Apple subscriptions, apps, or content purchases, you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we will guide you on how to request a refund from Apple for your unwanted or accidental purchases. We will also provide information on the conditions when you cannot request a refund and how to check the status of your refund request. So, let’s get started!
How to Request a Refund for Apple Subscription
If you are unsatisfied with your purchases from the Apple App Store, Apple Books, iTunes Store, or any other Apple services, you can request a refund. However, not all purchases are eligible for a refund. To request a refund, follow these simple steps:
- Open your web browser and go to reportaproblem.apple.com.
- Sign in to the portal using your Apple ID that is associated with the subscription you want to be refunded.
- Enter your password. In case you forget it, you can reset it by clicking on the reset option.
- Click on the “I’d like to” option and select “Request a refund”.
- In the “Tell us more” section, provide a reason for requesting a refund.
- After providing the reason, select “Next”.
- A list of your previous and current subscriptions will appear on the screen. Choose the subscription, app, or other item for which you are requesting a refund.
- Finally, select “Submit” to complete the refund request.

Conditions when you Cannot Request a Refund
While most purchases are eligible for a refund, there are some conditions when you cannot request a refund. These include:
- If the charge is still pending, you cannot request a refund. Wait until the charge has gone through and then try again.
- If you have an unpaid order, clear the payment first before requesting a refund. You may also be asked to update your payment information.
- If you are unaware of why you have been charged, review your family member’s purchases. You can also check all the purchases charged to your shared payment method by tapping the Apple ID button and selecting “All”.
How to Check Your Apple Refund Status
If you want to check the status of your refund request, follow these steps:
- Open your web browser on any device and go to reportaproblem.apple.com.
- Sign in to the portal using the same Apple ID and password that you used to make the refund request.
- Click on the “Check Status of Claims” link on the top of the page.
- You will see the status of your refund request, whether it is pending, cancelled, or approved.
If your refund request is still pending after 48 hours, you can contact Apple support by calling 1-800-275-2273 (U.S.) or 1-800-263-3394 (Canada) for further assistance.
How does Apple Refund Request Work?
When you submit a refund request, Apple will take approximately 48 hours to review and determine whether to accept or deny your request. Apple will then send a consumption request to the business if they have a backend that utilizes Apple’s App Store Server API. The business must send back a Consumption API response to contribute to the refund decision. It is recommended for businesses to implement Apple’s App Store Server API to receive real-time notifications from consumer transactions on their app.
The businesses will receive an App Store notification with the refund decision and can take the necessary action with the respective customer. If you still have any doubts or questions, you can always contact Apple support for further assistance.
That’s all you need to know about requesting a refund for your Apple subscriptions, apps, or content purchases. We hope this guide has been helpful to you. If you have any other questions or concerns, feel free to explore our other articles or contact Apple support.