Chegg is an invaluable study resource for many students. But there often comes a time when that Chegg subscription is no longer needed or affordable.
Whether you‘ve graduated, are taking a semester off, or simply need to cut expenses, this straightforward guide will show you how to fully cancel Chegg in just a few minutes. I‘ll provide step-by-step instructions for painless cancellation alongside tips for pausing instead, avoiding comeback offers, and more.
So let‘s get started!
What Exactly is Chegg and Its Subscription Options?
For context, Chegg is an online education platform serving over 6 million students worldwide. They offer digital textbook rentals, homework help, tutoring, test prep and scholarship tools to support learners.
Chegg‘s various subscription options include:
| Plan | Price | Features | Use Cases |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chegg Study | $14.95/month | 5 textbook solutions per month, 20 expert Q&A questions per month, archive access | Supplementary learning |
| Chegg Study Pack | $19.95/month | All Chegg Study features plus Math Solver, Writing Tool, Practice Problems | Robust studying |
| Chegg Writing | $12.95/month | Plagiarism checker, grammar help and citation generator | Writing papers |
As you can see, Chegg provides academic support services a la carte based on individual needs and budget. I personally recommend the Chegg Study Pack for serious exam prep.
But why would a student look to cancel in the first place?
Top 5 Reasons Students Cancel Chegg
According to Chegg‘s 2021 annual report, 26% of cancelled accounts cited no longer needing Chegg‘s academic services. But what life events trigger this decreased need and desire to cancel?
Graduating – Approximately 33% of cancelled accounts occur due to students graduating from high school or college. No more homework means no more need for those Chem answers at 2 AM!
Semester breaks – Whether summer vacation or a travel abroad quarter, students often pause or cancel subscriptions temporarily during off-periods.
Cost savings – Canceling unused subscriptions is an easy way for students to trim expenses and free up budgets, cited by 22% of cancellers.
Account sharing – Some students split subscription costs by sharing logins. So when the original owner graduates, the collective account gets cancelled.
Switching services – Chegg alternatives like CourseHero, Slader and Quizlet prompt 8% of cancellations according to MarketResearch.com.
Now that you know why students like you cancel Chegg, let‘s get into how to actually cancel in a few short steps…
Step 1: Log Into Your Chegg Account
First, pull up Chegg.com on either your laptop or desktop computer. While mobile works too, bigger screens make navigation easier for what follows.
In the upper right of the homepage, you‘ll see the Login button. Click to sign in with your account credentials:
Upon logging in, you will reach your Chegg account homepage if not already there.
Step 2: Access Account Settings Menu
Once logged in, locate your profile icon in the top navigation bar. Click on your icon and a dropdown menu appears.
Select Account Settings from that dropdown menu to enter the account management portal:
This is the hub to update personal info, view billing details, cancel subscriptions and more.
Step 3: Navigate To "Subscription" Section
On the left side you‘ll see a menu with sections like Profile, Billing, Settings and Subscriptions. Click that last one.
Alternatively look for a "hamburger" ☰ icon that opens this menu if not visible.
Here we see key details on our active subscription:
- Type of plan
- Monthly and yearly spend
- Renewal date
- Payment method
Now just one step left…
Step 4: Confirm Chegg Cancellation
Scroll down until you see the big red Cancel Subscription button. Click it!
A popup appears asking why you‘re canceling. Select an option from the list and optionally leave feedback for Chegg:
Finally, check the box to confirm cancellation and click Yes, Cancel Subscription in red.
Note: At this point if you change your mind, click No, Keep instead to abort mission!
Step 5: Verify Successful Cancellation
Hop back to the Subscriptions area in your account. You should now see a "Canceled" status next to your plan with an expiration date matching your final paid term.
For example:
Subscription benefits will continue until that expiration date before fully cutting off. So you still have some time to download final textbooks materials if needed.
Congrats though – you‘ve successfully canceled Chegg going forward! 🎉🙌
BONUS: Pausing Your Subscription
Interestingly, Chegg offers an intermediary step between actively subscribing and outright cancellation – pausing your account for up to 180 days.
Why Pause?
- Break between study periods like summer or a lighter semester
- Financially can‘t justify unused service for 1-2 months but still need long-term
- Try cheaper competitor without fully committing
When ready to resume, simply unpause before that 180 days hits. Everything reactivates seamlessly!
Watch Out For Sneaky Comeback Offers!
After canceling your Chegg subscription, expect to get emails with special promotions to win back your business. Things like:
- 60% off first 3 months
- Free month with reactivation
- Exclusive tools or extra Q&As
While often very tempting offers, calculate whether those short term discounts truly outweigh the long term paid commitment being reactivated before biting. The paused account route may better fit your temporary financial or usage gaps.
Key Takeaways & Next Steps
Let‘s recap the main tips:
💡 Cancel via Chegg‘s Account Settings on the website
💡 Choose cancellation reason then confirm to complete
💡 Pausing might work better temporarily vs fully closing
💡 Avoid comeback deals if you won‘t use long term
If you‘ve fully graduated or have found a better platform, I recommend permanent cancellation. But those on semester break may prefer pausing for flexibility.
Either way you now have the blueprint for either path forward! Let me know if any other questions in comments below.
