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How to cancel ADT

Monitoring roughly $45.99-$64.99/mo by package, per SafeWise; varies by contract. Here's how to stop it, step by step, from the official help page.

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ADT has no single web page to cancel on, so the steps below are the fastest way. If they offer you a discount, look for “No thanks” or “Continue to cancel”.

Steps to cancel ADT

  1. Call ADT customer service; online cancel is limited.
  2. Have your account number and service address ready.
  3. Ask for the exact early-termination amount in writing.
  4. Return any leased equipment as instructed.

From the official help page. Checked October 2026. Price source.

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Questions people ask

How do I cancel ADT?

Call ADT customer service; online cancel is limited. Have your account number and service address ready. Ask for the exact early-termination amount in writing. Return any leased equipment as instructed.

Will I still have access after I cancel ADT?

Cancelling before the 36-month term ends (24 in California) can cost 75% of the remaining monthly charges. DIY ADT plans are month to month.

Is there a free alternative to ADT?

Free options: Ring app without a plan. Cheaper options: SimpliSafe Standard, Ring Pro plan.

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