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How to Cancel Evernote

Cancel Evernote in minutes — step-by-step instruction to stop paying for subscriptions you do not use.

Updated July 2026
4 min read
100% Verified Manual Instructions
Starting Cost

$10.83/mo

Billing Terms

monthly

Trial Conditions

No Free Trial

Difficulty Level

Easy

Interactive Guide

Cancellation Assistant

Go to Cancel Page

On the Web / Desktop

1

Go to https://help.evernote.com/hc/en-us/articles/208314258, which is Evernote's official help page on how to cancel your paid subscription. This page provides direct links to manage your subscription based on where you originally purchased it.

2

Log in to your Evernote account. Ensure you are logged into the account associated with the subscription you wish to cancel.

3

Navigate to your account settings. This is typically done by clicking on your profile picture 👤 or account name in the top right corner and selecting 'Account Settings' ⚙️ or a similar option.

4

Locate the 'Manage Subscription' or 'Billing' section. The exact wording may vary, but look for an option related to your subscription plan or payment details.

5

Select the option to 'Cancel Subscription' or 'Downgrade'. You may be presented with options to pause your subscription or switch to an annual plan. Ignore these and proceed directly with cancellation.

6

Confirm your cancellation. Evernote will likely present a series of screens attempting to retain you, potentially offering discounts or asking for reasons for cancellation. Carefully read these prompts and select the option that clearly states you wish to cancel and downgrade to the free plan. Ensure you click 'Continue to Cancel' or a similar confirmation button.

7

Verify your cancellation. You should receive a confirmation email from Evernote once your subscription has been successfully canceled. Keep this email for your records.

Advisory: Cancel Where You Subscribed

You can only stop billing on the platform you originally paid on. If you subscribed inside an app, cancelling on the website won't stop the charge — and vice versa. Watch out for retention “dark patterns” too: keep going until you see a clear “Cancellation Confirmed” screen and a confirmation email.

Aftermath

What Happens After Cancelling Evernote?

After successfully canceling your Evernote paid subscription, your account will automatically revert to the Free tier at the end of your current billing cycle. You will retain access to your existing notes, but you will be subject to the limitations of the Free plan, which includes restrictions on monthly uploads, note size, and available features. Billing will cease immediately, and no further charges will be applied to your payment method unless you choose to resubscribe. Evernote typically retains your data on its servers, but access is limited by the Free plan's restrictions, so exporting is recommended.

Alternative Solutions

Evernote Alternatives Worth Considering

If you're looking for an alternative note-taking solution, consider Notion or Obsidian. Notion offers a highly flexible workspace that combines notes, project management, and wikis, with a generous free tier for personal use. Obsidian provides an offline-first, markdown-based note-taking experience, ideal for power users who prefer local data storage and extensive linking capabilities, and it has a free personal license.
For a simpler, more direct alternative, Google Keep is a free option for quick notes and lists, integrated seamlessly with the Google ecosystem, making it a good choice for users who need basic note-taking across devices without a monthly fee.

Pre-Cancellation Review

Before You Cancel — Things to Consider

  • Export your notes: Before canceling, ensure you export all critical notes and notebooks. Evernote allows you to export notes in various formats (e.g., ENEX, HTML). This is crucial to retain access to your data after downgrading.
  • Understand the downgrade: Canceling your paid subscription will downgrade your account to the free tier. This free tier has significant limitations on features, storage, and note size. Familiarize yourself with these limitations to avoid surprises.
  • Check your billing cycle: Your premium features will remain active until the end of your current billing period. Canceling simply prevents future charges. No pro-rated refunds are typically issued for the current period.
  • Review any linked services: If you have integrated Evernote with other services or apps, be aware that these integrations may cease to function or have reduced capabilities once your account downgrades.

Savings Projection

$129.96/ yr

Estimated annual funds recovered by ending subscription charges.

DifficultyEasy
Cancel Duration2 mins

Savings Equivalent Value

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11 burrito bowls

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23 grande lattes

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10 movie tickets

Advisory Note

Can be cancelled directly within the account dashboard settings.

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