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How do I cancel Cox Internet?
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Short answer
Cancel Cox Internet through an agent: use the chat on Cox's cancellation page or call 1-800-234-3993. It takes about 15 minutes, Cox requires at least 24 hours notice before the disconnection date, and service ends on the confirmed date. The final bill is prorated for mid-cycle disconnection, and eligible new customers have a 30-day money-back guarantee.
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What you are cancelling
Residential cable and fiber-powered internet service from Cox. This guide covers every place the subscription can live - the website - plus what happens to refunds, pausing and your data afterwards.
Step-by-step instructions
Cox requires an agent by chat or phone for cancellation.
1
Give Cox at least 24 hours notice
Cox says residential service disconnection requires at least 24 hours notice.
2
Start a Cox chat or call
Use the chat on Cox's cancellation page or call 1-800-234-3993 and ask the agent to cancel internet service.
3
Confirm the disconnection date
Ask the agent to confirm the effective date and final prorated bill.
4
Return rented equipment
Return Cox equipment at an eligible Cox store or UPS Store and keep the receipt.
Give at least 24 hours notice and return rented equipment after disconnection.
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Cancellation message
Cox Internet requires 1 day notice - paste this into your cancellation request.
Hello,
I would like to cancel the Cox internet service on my account, registered to [your account email].
Please disconnect the service effective [desired end date] and treat this request as my advance notice. Please confirm the exact end date and the final prorated bill.
I will return the Cox equipment after the disconnection is confirmed.
Thank you,
[your full name]
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Not cancelling today? Put it in your calendar.
Tell us when Cox Internet renews and download a calendar reminder that lands 3 days before, with this guide and the direct cancellation page inside. Nothing is stored - the file is yours.
Cox Internet requires 1 day notice - your reminder will land 3 days before the renewal date you enter. Cox requires at least 24 hours notice before the requested disconnection date.
Refunds, downgrades, pausing and your data
Four questions people ask before they cancelCan I get my money back?
Cox says residential services other than Cox Mobile are prorated when disconnected mid-cycle. New customers also receive a 30-day money-back guarantee under the published offer terms. Confirm any eligible refund and final charges with the agent.
Is there a cheaper way to stay?
Cox's cancellation page offers chat and account-specific savings or service changes before cancellation. Any replacement price and term should be confirmed in writing before accepting it.
Can I pause instead of cancel?
Eligible residential customers in select service areas can use the Cox Seasonal Program for internet, video or phone service. Seasonal status remains subject to the customer agreement and is not available everywhere.
What happens to my account data?
Canceling service does not erase the Cox account or records. Cox's residential privacy notice governs separate privacy rights and retention needed for service, legal, security and business purposes.
Frequently asked questions
Can I cancel Cox Internet online?
Cox provides agent-assisted cancellation by chat or by calling 1-800-234-3993.
How much notice does Cox need?
Cox says to provide at least 24 hours notice for disconnection.
Does Cox prorate the final internet bill?
Yes. Cox says non-mobile residential services are prorated when disconnected mid-cycle.
Where can I return Cox equipment?
Cox says rented equipment can be returned at an eligible Cox store or UPS Store.
Can I pause Cox Internet?
Eligible customers in select areas can use the Cox Seasonal Program.
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