Wealthfront price (October 2026) and how to close
In the US (as of 2026-10-18), Wealthfront pricing / Support describes an automated investing advisory fee of about 0.25% annually, assessed monthly on portfolio balances (fee Help). Close by withdrawing or transferring all assets (close account Help); Support states no exit fees.
Taxable sales can create gains/losses - Confirm a tax advisor. Uninstalling the app does not close accounts.
Export statements before you liquidate or ACATS out.
Who bills you
| Who bills you | Where to cancel | Official help |
|---|---|---|
| Wealthfront app / web | Withdraw / transfer → close when $0 | Close account Help |
| ACATS out | Initiate at receiving brokerage | In-kind transfer can auto-close |
Current prices
| Plan | Price (US) | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Automated investing advisory | ~0.25%/yr AUM | Monthly assessment |
| Cash / other products | Confirm pricing | May differ |
| Exit / close fee | $0 | Per Support |
| Underlying ETF expenses | Confirm holdings | Separate |
How to close Wealthfront
Withdraw or transfer
- Sign in at wealthfront.com.
- Withdraw cash/investments or start an ACATS transfer to another brokerage.
- When balances are $0, follow Help steps to close remaining account types if needed.
- Keep final statements and tax forms.
How to confirm it worked
You're done when:
- Accounts show closed / transferred.
- No new Wealthfront advisory fee accrues on a zero balance.
Source: Wealthfront Help: close investment account.
Common problems
- Only sold one goal. Other accounts still fee.
- Expected instantaneous ACATS. Transfers take days.
- Ignored tax lots when liquidating.
- Only deleted the app. Accounts remain open.
What we checked
Verified on official Wealthfront Support (October 18, 2026): fee and close-account articles.
Fees vs subscriptions
Wealthfront bills AUM %, not a Netflix-style flat month.
After close
Tax forms follow IRS timelines; keep downloads.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Wealthfront cost?
About 0.25%/yr advisory on automated investing.
How do I cancel?
Withdraw or transfer out, then close.
Are there exit fees?
Support says no exit fees - Confirm Help.
Does deleting the app close my IRA?
No.