New York City Enacts First US Municipal Click-to-Cancel Subscription Law

New York City became the first US municipality with its own click-to-cancel law: since October 1, 2026, companies must let residents cancel subscriptions as easily as they sign up. Violations carry fines starting at $525. The FTC's national click-to-cancel rule was struck down by a federal appeals court in July 2025.

• The law took effect October 1, 2026, across the five boroughs
• Online cancellation is required even for in-person sign-ups
• Fines start at $525 per violation
• The FTC's national click-to-cancel rule was struck down in July 2025