Hey there! If you‘re looking to cancel your Sling TV subscription, you‘ve come to the right place. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the quick and easy process to cancel in just a few minutes.
We‘ll be covering:
- Overview of Sling TV service and reasons to cancel
- Simple step-by-step instructions to cancel Sling
- What happens after you cancel your account
- Alternative streaming services to consider
- And frequently asked questions on cancellation
So if you‘re ready to cut the Sling TV cord, let‘s get started!
Overview: Sling TV Service & Cancellation Basics
Sling TV revolutionized live streaming TV when it launched back in 2015 as the first "over-the-top" internet TV service. The Dish Network-owned provider allowed viewers to ditch expensive cable contracts and stream popular live cable channels over the internet at a much lower cost.
Their core offerings including Orange and Blue packages with 30+ channels starting at just $35/month. Sling focuses on popular entertainment, news, and sports networks that cater to a younger millennial and Gen Z demographic.
Over 2.59 million subscribers were streaming Sling TV as of Q3 2022. However, their growth has slowed in recent quarters as viewers evaluate more streaming TV options.
You may be considering canceling Sling TV because:
- Price increases: Monthly rates have risen with additional fees for extras like DVR service and expanded channel packs
- Content gaps: Key channels like ESPN, Disney networks and NBC (in some markets) are missing
- Technical issues: Video quality, capacity limits or coverage issues in your area
- Want free option: Available 100+ free channels with Sling TV Free tier
Fortunately canceling Sling TV is quick and easy on your end. Let‘s walk through it step-by-step!
Step 1 – Login to Sling TV Account
First visit the Sling TV website and click Log In in the top right corner.
Enter the email address associated with your Sling TV account along with your password. Then click Log In to access your account.
Pro Tip: If you‘ve forgotten your Sling TV password, click Forgot Password to reset and access your account.
Step 2 – Access Account Profile Icon
Once logged into your Sling TV account dashboard, click on the circular profile icon in the top right by your name to open your account menu.
This menu contains options like Watchlist, My Account, Plans & Add-ons to manage your Sling TV subscription preferences.
Step 3 – Click "Cancel Subscription"
From the account menu, select My Account to access your account settings.
On the My Account page scroll down to the Your Subscription section and click the Cancel Subscription link in red.
Selecting this will open a confirmation pop-up where you can complete canceling your subscription.
Step 4 – Confirm Cancellation
In the cancellation confirmation window, click Cancel Subscription in red to verify that you wish to proceed closing your account.
Once confirming, you will be prompted to take a short exit survey reviewing why you chose to cancel.
Step 5 – Take Exit Survey & Finalize Cancellation
Sling TV will now display an exit survey asking for feedback on why you decided to cancel your service.
While optional, I recommend quickly providing your reasons for canceling before submitting to close the account. This allows Sling to improve their service for future viewers.
After finishing the 1-2 minute survey, click Submit to finalize your Sling TV cancellation.
And that‘s it! Sling TV makes it very easy to cancel your subscription directly on their website in just a few minutes.
Now let‘s talk about what happens next after canceling Sling…
What To Expect After Canceling Sling
Within 1 business day after canceling you‘ll receive an email confirmation from Sling that your subscription cancellation request has been processed successfully.
Here‘s an overview of key details on what happens after canceling your Sling TV account:
- Continue access: Stream Sling TV until end of current billing period
- Account deactivated: After last paid period, Sling access ends
- No more billing: You won‘t be charged another monthly fee
- Lose recordings: Cloud DVR content erased after deactivation
- Resubscribe anytime: Sign back up to restart Sling membership
So you‘ll still be able to watch Sling TV until your current billing cycle ends after cancellation processed. Make sure to watch any DVR recordings saved to your Cloud account before this expiration as they will be lost.
Now let‘s explore where to go next after canceling Sling for your streaming TV needs…
Top Alternatives To Switch To From Sling
According to Deloitte‘s 2022 Digital Media Trends survey, 47% of U.S. households now subscribe to a streaming TV package. The "cord-cutting" trend away from traditional cable continues to accelerate every year:
| Year | Cord Cutting Households |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 46.6% |
| 2021 | 41.6% |
| 2020 | 35.0% |
As early streaming TV pioneers, Sling TV carved out a niche. But with new offerings from technology giants and streaming specialists, they now face intensifying competition.
Here are a few of the top alternatives to Sling TV to consider:
Hulu + Live TV
For premium on-demand + live cable streaming, Hulu + Live TV offers 75+ channels along with access to Hulu‘s full streaming content library and originals starting at $69.99 per month.
YouTube TV
YouTube‘s live TV streaming service provides 85+ channels including sports like NBA League Pass and MLB packages starting at $64.99. Family friendly with unlimited cloud DVR storage. ViacomCBS recently pulled 14 channels which was a content gap for sports and news fans.
Philo
The budget-friendly option for those focused mostly on entertainment and lifestyle content. Philo offers over 60 channels from Discovery, Viacom, Hallmark and more for just $25 a month. Add Starz, Epix and more for extras.
And if you still want to supplement with live antenna TV, consider combining free over-the-air broadcast channels from an HD antenna with a lower-cost on-demand service like basic Hulu ($7.99/month) or Netflix.
Lots of ways to cut payments while getting the TV programming you really want!
Now let‘s go over answers to some frequently asked questions when canceling Sling.
FAQs: Canceling Sling TV Details
Still have some lingering questions around canceling your Sling TV subscription? Here are quick answers to the top questions we get:
How many days in advance do I need to cancel?
You can literally cancel Sling TV at anytime even immediately – since there are no long term contracts you only pay month-to-month. As long as you cancel before your next billing date hits you won‘t be charged again.
Can I get a refund for early cancellation?
Since Sling TV bills monthly without commitments, there are no refunds provided if you need to cancel mid-cycle before your current expiration date. You‘ll retain access until the end of the billing period you already paid for.
What happens to my Cloud DVR recordings if I cancel service?
Any DVR recordings you‘ve saved to your Cloud account will still be available until your access expires at the end of the billing cycle when you cancel. Make sure to watch what you‘ve recorded before losing access as recordings will be wiped.
Can I reactivate my Sling account later if I change my mind?
Absolutely! One flexible benefit of Sling TV is you can cancel and return anytime. If you canceled but miss it, simply login again later on with your old credentials and you can reactive your prior subscription or select a new package.
I hope this walkthrough was helpful showing you how quick and painless it is to cancel your Sling TV subscription directly through their website. If you still have any other questions, feel free to ask in the comments below!
And happy TV viewing, whether still with Sling or whatever new streaming service you end up with next!
