If you’ve decided Firstleaf isn’t the right fit, canceling is straightforward — no phone calls required, no hoops to jump through. We’ll walk you through the exact steps below. But before you cancel, it’s worth knowing that Firstleaf offers a pause option that lets you keep your membership benefits while taking a break. If your reason for leaving is timing or budget rather than wine quality, it might be worth considering.
Before You Cancel: Consider Pausing Instead
Firstleaf builds a picture of your taste preferences over time — the longer you’re a member, the better your selections get. If you’re thinking about canceling because life got busy or you have too much wine on hand, pausing is a smarter move than canceling outright. You keep all your membership benefits, you won’t receive any shipments during your pause, and you can set the exact date you want your next order to resume.
Just make sure to pause before your next order processes — otherwise a restocking fee may apply. Firstleaf will send you a reminder before each shipment, so you’ll have a window to act.
If you’re set on canceling, here’s how to do it.
How to Cancel Your Firstleaf Membership
Cancellation is handled entirely through your online account — no phone call or email required. Here are the steps:
- Log into your Firstleaf account at firstleaf.com/login
- Go to My Account
- Click on Club Settings in the left-hand menu
- Under Membership Plan, select Manage
- Click Cancel Membership — at this point you’ll be offered the option to pause your subscription instead
- If you choose to pause rather than cancel, select the date for your next shipment on the calendar
- Click Save & Pause to confirm your changes
If you proceed with cancellation rather than pausing, follow the remaining on-screen prompts to confirm. Your membership will be canceled at that point — no further action needed.
A Few Things to Know Before You Go
- Cancel before your next order processes to avoid being charged for a shipment you didn’t want. Firstleaf sends a reminder email before each order — use that as your cue to act if you’ve been on the fence.
- Restocking fees may apply if an order has already been processed when you cancel. If you’re close to a billing date, pausing is the safer option.
- Your taste profile doesn’t carry over if you rejoin later as a new member. If there’s any chance you’ll come back, pausing preserves everything Firstleaf has learned about your preferences.
Looking for a Better Wine Club?
If Firstleaf just wasn’t the right match — whether the wines weren’t hitting the mark, the pricing didn’t work for you, or you’re simply curious what else is out there — we’ve spent 30+ years reviewing wine clubs so you don’t have to guess. Our Best Wine Clubs page ranks our top picks across a range of budgets, styles, and preferences.
Find a Better Wine Club for You
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Still Have Questions?
If you run into any issues canceling your Firstleaf membership, their customer service team can help. You can reach them through your account dashboard or via the support options on the Firstleaf website.
And if you’re not sure which wine club to try next, feel free to reach out to us — we’re happy to point you in the right direction based on what you’re looking for.