Chess.com Premium price (October 2026) and how to cancel
In the US (as of 2026-10-18), Chess.com sells Gold, Platinum and Diamond Premium tiers with monthly and yearly options. Public membership pages and help articles emphasize that prices are location- and platform-based (web vs Apple/Google can differ) - Confirm the live total on chess.com/membership rather than relying on a third-party table. Common US web annual displays amortize near ~$4–$10/month depending on tier; IAP monthly can be higher (Diamond often near $14.99/mo in stores) - Confirm at checkout. Cancel in Settings → Membership → Cancel Premium Membership (Chess.com Help: cancel).
A 7-day free trial converts to paid unless cancelled before it ends. Benefits continue through the paid period, then return to Basic. Uninstalling the app does not cancel.
First-time card/Android buyers may have a 30-day refund window; Apple purchases must go through Apple for refunds.
Who bills you
| Who bills you | Where to cancel | Official help |
|---|---|---|
| Chess.com website | Settings → Membership → Cancel Premium Membership | Chess.com Help: cancel |
| Apple App Store | Settings → Subscriptions → Chess.com → Cancel | Apple |
| Google Play | Play Subscriptions → Chess → Cancel | Google Play Help |
Current prices
| Plan | Price (US) | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Gold | Confirm at checkout | chess.com/membership - web vs IAP differ |
| Platinum | Confirm at checkout | chess.com/membership |
| Diamond | Confirm at checkout | Highest tier; IAP monthly often ~$14.99 |
| Free / Basic | $0 | After Premium ends |
How to cancel Chess.com Premium
If Chess.com bills you on the web
- Sign in at chess.com.
- Open Settings → Membership.
- Choose Cancel Premium Membership and confirm.
- Note the end date - Premium features continue until then.
If Apple bills you
- Open Settings on your iPhone or iPad and tap your name at the top.
- Tap Subscriptions.
- Tap Chess.com.
- Tap Cancel Subscription (or Cancel Free Trial), then confirm.
If Google Play bills you
- Open the Google Play Store app and tap your profile icon (top right).
- Tap Payments & subscriptions > Subscriptions.
- Select Chess.
- Tap Cancel subscription, pick a reason and confirm.
How to confirm it worked
You're done when:
- Membership settings or the store shows Premium not renewing.
- No new Chess.com Premium charge posts after the end date.
Source: Chess.com Help: How can I cancel my membership?.
Common problems
- Only deleted the Chess.com app. Billing continues.
- Missed the 7-day trial end. First charge posts.
- Cancelled on Chess.com when Apple billed you. Use Apple Subscriptions.
- Expected a refund on every purchase path. Apple refunds go through Apple; Chess.com card/Android first-time rules differ.
What we checked
Verified on official Chess.com Help (October 18, 2026): cancel path on cancel article; trial notes on free trial; tier names on membership levels.
Not printed as fixed US dollars here: location/platform pricing - labeled Confirm.
Gold vs Platinum vs Diamond
Higher tiers unlock more Game Review, puzzles, lessons and coaching features - compare on Membership.
Trials
Cancel before the 7-day trial ends if you do not want to pay.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Chess.com Premium?
Gold/Platinum/Diamond prices vary by country and web vs app store - confirm on chess.com/membership.
Does deleting the app cancel Premium?
No.
Can I get a refund?
First-time card/Android purchases may have a 30-day window; Apple purchases use Apple refunds.
When does cancel take effect?
Premium continues until the end of the paid period, then Basic.