What Happens to Your PBS Member Station Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Membership
Cancel station membership
Sustainer
Cancel monthly payments
Passport
PBS Passport access ends
Step-by-Step Guide
Cancel PBS station membership
Contact the local PBS station to cancel the membership and any monthly sustainer payments.
PBS Passport access ends
PBS Passport streaming access will end when the membership is cancelled.
Document Now Checklist
- Local station name and contact
- Monthly sustainer amount
- PBS account email
Last verified: June 2026. Platform policies may change. Verify current procedures directly with PBS Member Station. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
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