Crunchyroll Mega Fan Subscription: Everything You Need to Know (12 months, free trial, cancellation)

Crunchyroll is often "just another subscription"... but for many anime fans, it's also the one they use the most. Between the different plans (including the famous Crunchyroll Mega Fan), the 12-month annual option,Crunchyroll free trial periods, and the steps to cancel a Crunchyroll subscription, it's easy to get lost.

In this guide, we take stock of:

• Whatthe Crunchyroll Mega Fan subscription includes (and who it's for)
• The Crunchyroll 12-month (annual) subscription option and when it's worth it,
• The free trial and its classic pitfalls,
• How to properly cancel Crunchyroll (without continuing to be billed),
• The difference between canceling your Crunchyroll subscription and deleting your Crunchyroll account.
• and a simple way to pay less if there are several of you watching.

1) Mega Fan Crunchyroll: what is this plan really for?

The Crunchyroll Mega Fan subscription is generally the "comfort" package: it is aimed at people who watch often, on multiple devices, and who want premium features (especially offline viewing) without too many restrictions.

In practice, the Mega Fan plan often stands out for:

• the ability to watch on multiple devices (useful for couples, roommates, or if you switch between TV and mobile),
• more comprehensive offline viewing features than the entry-level model,
• and sometimes additional benefits (depending on the country and period: access to bonuses, store discounts, etc.).

👉 If you mainly watch Crunchyroll on a single screen, the "Fan" plan may be sufficient. But if there are multiple users (or multiple screens), Mega Fan is often the best compromise.

2) Crunchyroll 12-month subscription: how it works (and when it's worth it)

When we talk about a 12-month Crunchyroll subscription ora 12-month Crunchyroll membership, we are referring to the annual plan: you pay once for the year, instead of being charged each month.

The advantages

• Less expensive over the year in many cases (the "equivalent" monthly price is often lower).
• No surprise monthly charges.
• Ideal if you are certain you will use Crunchyroll all year round.

Points to note

• An annual plan is a longer commitment: if your habits change, you won't get as much out of it.
• According to billing policies, cancellation stops renewal, but access remains active until the end of the paid period (which is rather good news).

💡 Tip: If you're unsure, start with a one-month subscription (or a free trial if available), then switch to a 12-month Crunchyroll subscription once you're sure you'll really use it.

3) Crunchyroll free trial: what you need to know before you start

The Crunchyroll free trial may be offered depending on the time of year (and sometimes based on your account history). The duration varies: we often see 7-day or 14-day trials depending on the offers available at the time.

The most important point:
✅ To avoid being charged, you must cancel before the end of the trial period, not "the day after."

If you cancel during the trial period:

• you can usually use the remaining days,
• but automatic renewal is turned off.

4) Crunchyroll for students: is there a special offer?

The Crunchyroll student question comes up often, especially among heavy anime consumers.

In many countries, Crunchyroll does not advertise an "official" permanent student discount as other services do. That said, offers are subject to change: the most reliable option is to check directly in your Premium account/available offers at the time you subscribe.

👉 If your primary goal is to reduce your bill, there are often two levers that are more effective than a hypothetical student discount:

• choose the right plan (monthly vs. yearly),
• or share the cost when possible (see section 8).

5) How to cancel Crunchyroll (without continuing to pay)

If you want to cancel your Crunchyroll subscription, the idea is not to "delete the app," but to turn off the renewal in the right place.

5.1 Canceling via Crunchyroll (credit card/PayPal payment)

In general, the process is carried out from your account on the website:

1. Log in to your account.
2. Go to subscription management (section "Subscription / Membership").
3. Select the option to cancel.
4. Confirm the cancellation until you see the confirmation message.

⚠️ Important note: depending on the circumstances, cancellations cannot be made via the mobile app, but must be done via the website.

5.2 If you paid via Apple/Google Play/other platform

If you subscribed through the App Store or Google Play, you must cancel on the payment platform, otherwise you may not see the cancel button in Crunchyroll.

This is often where people think they have canceled... while the renewal continues.

6) Unsubscribing from Crunchyroll: common mistakes to avoid

If you are looking to unsubscribe from Crunchyroll (or Crunchyroll unsubscribe, unsubscribe from Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll unsubscribe), here are the common mistakes:

• Canceling too late during a free trial: result, immediate billing.
• Confusing "uninstalling the app" with cancellation: uninstalling does not stop payments.
• Canceling on Crunchyroll when payment is handled by Apple/Google: you have to cancel in the right place.
• Delete the account without canceling the subscription (see next section).

7) Deleting your Crunchyroll account vs. canceling your Crunchyroll subscription: they are not the same thing.

This is a crucial point.

• Canceling your Crunchyroll subscription means you stop being billed (you cancel the renewal).
• Delete Crunchyroll account = you request the deletion of your data/account (privacy procedure), but this may not cancel a current subscription if you do not cancel it separately.

👉 If your goal is to stop paying, always start by canceling. Then, if you want to go further, you can request that the account be deleted.

8) Pay less for Crunchyroll if there are several of you: the most logical option

Let's be honest: if you're interested in the Crunchyroll Mega Fan, it's often because you use Crunchyroll intensively... or because several people use it.

In this case, the best optimization is not to "hunt for a promo code," but to spread the cost when the offer allows it.

The principle of co-subscription is simple:

• a person has the subscription,
• and the available places/profiles/access are shared,
• Everyone pays their share, in a regulated manner.

Rather than managing this manually (transfers, reminders, oversights), a platform like Spliiit allows you to join or offer a co-subscription, with simpler and more secure payment management. The result: you can enjoy Crunchyroll (and often other subscriptions) without paying the full price on your own.

FAQ – Crunchyroll Mega Fan Membership

What exactly is Mega Fan Crunchyroll?

This is a premium package focused on convenience: multi-device access, more comprehensive offline features, and sometimes additional benefits depending on the country/offer.

Is a 12-month Crunchyroll subscription necessarily cheaper?

Often yes, over the course of a year, but it depends on the rates in effect and your usage. If you're not sure you'll be watching all year, start with a monthly subscription.

Crunchyroll free trial: is it automatic?

When offered, free trials are usually subject to automatic renewal. You must cancel before the end of the trial period to avoid being charged.

How can I quickly cancel Crunchyroll?

The most reliable way is to cancel from the subscription section of your account (on the website). If you paid via Apple/Google, cancel in the App Store/Google Play.

How do I unsubscribe from Crunchyroll without losing access immediately?

In most cases, the subscription remains active until the renewal date (monthly) or the end of the period (annual). Cancellation stops the renewal, not immediate access.

Crunchyroll: cancel subscription or delete account?

To stop being billed: cancel your subscription first. Deleting your account is a separate process.

Key points to remember

• Crunchyroll Mega Fan subscription: ideal if you watch often and on multiple devices.
• Crunchyroll 12-month subscription: a good deal if you are sure you will use Crunchyroll all year round.
• Crunchyroll free trial: useful, but cancel in time if you don't want to be charged.
• To cancel Crunchyroll and stop your Crunchyroll subscription, cancel in the right place (Crunchyroll or Apple/Google).
• Deleting your Crunchyroll account does not necessarily replace cancellation.
• If there are several of you, the cleanest way to reduce the cost is still to share legally and split the bill, for example via Spliiit.

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