How to cancel Direct Remote for DIRECTV and get your money back
Direct Remote for DIRECTV is a Utilities app by David Likosar. Canceling and getting refunded are two separate things — most people do the first and assume the second happens automatically. It doesn't.
Based on 100 of the most recent public App Store reviews, sampled September 2026.
Step 1 — Stop the next charge
- On iPhone or iPad: Settings → tap your name → Subscriptions.
- Select Direct Remote for DIRECTV → Cancel Subscription.
- Check that it now says Expires and not Renews. If it still says Renews, it is not canceled.
Deleting the app does not cancel the subscription. This is the single most common reason people keep getting charged.
Step 2 — Ask Apple for the charge back
Answer these and you'll get the exact wording to paste into Apple's form. Nothing is sent anywhere — it's generated in your browser.
You're not the only one
Recent 1–2★ reviews of Direct Remote for DIRECTV on the App Store, about billing:
Paid .99 just for it not to work. it’s saying it’s connected to the receiver but it isn’t even doing anything … and the instructions suck
This app is terrible not only could i not get it to work with my receiver but it was too complicated to use. Also i will need my dollar back or i will be contacting apple about this joke of an app what a scam. DONT GET IT
This app did not work. I tried several times with the help of an experienced person. We both can not figure out why this app does not work PERIOD. I would like a refund for the inconvenience and miss leading claims.
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Questions
Can I get a refund after I already canceled Direct Remote for DIRECTV?
Yes. Canceling stops future renewals but does not refund a charge that already went through. You request that separately at reportaproblem.apple.com, and "I was charged after I canceled the subscription" is the reason to select.
How long do I have to ask for a refund?
Apple generally expects refund requests within 90 days of the charge. Ask as soon as you notice it — requests on recent charges are approved more often.
Apple declined my request. Is that the end?
No. A first decline is common and is often automated. You can submit the request again with more specific facts and ask for review by a senior advisor. If it is declined again, you can dispute the charge with your card issuer.
Will I lose access to Direct Remote for DIRECTV if I cancel?
You keep access until the end of the period you already paid for. Canceling only stops the next renewal.