Manage Inshot

How to cancel inshot in canada and keep your creative freedom

Understanding inshot and why you might want to cancel

Inshot is a mobile and web-based video and photo editing platform designed for quick, professional-quality edits on iOS, Android, and desktop. The app offers a free tier with essential tools, but encourages paid subscriptions through monthly plans (C$6.99), annual options (C$24.99), lifetime purchases (C$69.99), and à la carte content packs ranging from C$2.99 to C$4.99. While Inshot serves millions of creators, you may find yourself wanting to cancel for reasons ranging from budget constraints to switching to competitor tools or simply editing less frequently.

Whatever your reason, Stopee is here to walk you through the cancellation process step by step, ensuring you understand your rights as a Canadian consumer and avoid common pitfalls that leave you paying for features you no longer use.

Is inshot right for you?

Before you cancel, consider whether the app truly no longer serves your needs. Inshot's free tier remains accessible even after cancellation, meaning you retain basic editing capabilities without watermarks appearing on shorter videos. If budget is your concern, you might pause rather than fully cancel, giving yourself the option to reactivate later without losing your editing history or account data.

Common reasons canadians cancel inshot

Users typically cancel Inshot when they discover competing apps offering similar features at lower cost, when their editing needs decrease seasonally, or when they consolidate creative tools into an all-in-one platform. Some subscribers cancel because they mistakenly believe the free version includes watermark removal, only to discover this requires payment. Others cancel after their free trial automatically converts to a paid subscription without clear notification. Understanding your specific reason helps you decide whether cancellation or a temporary pause better serves your situation.

Inshot pricing in canada and subscription options

Here is the complete breakdown of Inshot's costs in Canadian dollars, including recurring subscriptions and one-time purchases.

Monthly plans encourage long-term commitment, while annual plans offer approximately 64% savings compared to paying month-to-month. If you edit frequently year-round, the annual option makes financial sense. However, if your editing needs are seasonal or sporadic, the monthly subscription may lock you into unnecessary recurring charges.

How to cancel inshot on each platform

Inshot subscriptions are processed through your device's app store, meaning cancellation happens in your phone settings, not directly through the Inshot app itself. Stopee recommends cancelling at least 24 hours before your next billing date to ensure your request processes in time.

Cancel inshot on apple app store (iOS)

If you subscribed to Inshot through your iPhone or iPad, follow these steps to cancel your Inshot Pro subscription.

1. Open the Settings app on your iOS device.
2. Tap your name at the top of the Settings screen.
   • You will see your Apple ID profile summary.
3. Select Subscriptions.
   • This shows all active and cancelled subscriptions tied to your Apple ID.
4. Locate Inshot in the list and tap it.
   • If you do not see Inshot, scroll down or use the search function.
5. Tap "Cancel Subscription" (or "Edit" if the button shows that instead).
   • You may see a prompt asking why you are cancelling; this is optional feedback for Apple.
6. Confirm your cancellation.
   • You will receive an email confirmation from Apple within minutes.

Pro tip: Turn off auto-renewal at least 24 hours before your next billing date. If you miss this window, contact Apple within 24 hours of the charge through the "Report a Problem" option in your purchase history for a potential refund.

Warning: Cancellation does not immediately remove Inshot Pro access. You retain premium features through the end of your paid billing cycle; cancellation only stops the next automatic charge.

Cancel inshot on google play store (Android)

Android users manage their Inshot subscription directly through Google Play on their smartphone or tablet.

1. Open the Google Play Store app on your Android device.
2. Tap the Menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the bottom right corner.
   • Alternatively, tap your profile icon in the top right if you see it.
3. Select Subscriptions.
   • This displays all active and past subscriptions.
4. Tap Inshot from the list.
   • The subscription details page opens, showing your renewal date and plan.
5. Tap "Cancel subscription."
   • Google Play may ask for feedback; this is optional.
6. Confirm the cancellation.
   • You receive an email confirmation to your registered Google account.

Pro tip: Google Play allows cancellations up to the billing date itself; Apple requires 24 hours notice. If you miss the Google Play deadline, request a refund within 48 hours of the charge through the Play Store's refund system.

Warning: Unlike some services, Inshot does not offer pro-rata refunds for the current billing period. Your cancellation stops future charges but does not refund the days remaining in your active subscription.

Cancel inshot through the inshot app or web platform

Some users manage subscriptions directly within the Inshot app or web editor, though this method typically redirects you to your device's app store payment system.

1. Open the Inshot app or visit the web editor at inshot.com.
2. Navigate to your Profile or Account settings.
   • On mobile, this appears as a user icon or gear icon in the lower right corner.
3. Select Settings or Manage Subscription.
   • You may see a link labeled "Manage Subscription" or "Billing."
4. Tap "Cancel Subscription" if the option appears.
   • If no cancellation option displays, the app will redirect you to your app store.
5. Follow the app store's cancellation steps (as outlined above for Apple or Google Play).
   • Inshot itself does not process cancellations directly; Apple and Google handle all billing.

Pro tip: Subscriptions purchased on iOS remain tied to your Apple ID, and subscriptions purchased on Android remain tied to your Google account. Cancelling on one platform does not affect the other. If you subscribed on both platforms, you must cancel each subscription separately.

What happens immediately after you cancel

Cancellation can feel uncertain because the changes are not instantaneous; here is exactly what to expect in the hours and days after you submit your request.

Immediate effects of cancellation

Once you cancel, Inshot's servers receive a notification from Apple or Google Play confirming the cancellation request. Your subscription stops auto-renewing, meaning no new charges appear on your next billing date. However, you retain full access to all Inshot Pro features (including watermark-free exports and ad-free editing) until the current billing period ends. This grace period is important: if you cancel on day 1 of a 30-day cycle, you continue using the full pro version for the remaining 29 days at no additional cost.

After your billing period expires

Once your active subscription period ends, Inshot reverts to the free version with reduced functionality. Watermarks reappear on certain exports, ads resume during editing, and advanced features lock behind a paywall. Your account and all previously saved projects remain in your Inshot library; you simply lose access to premium tools until you resubscribe.

Pro tip: Before your free access expires, download or export any projects you want to keep in high quality. Once the subscription ends, you must resubscribe to export without watermarks.

Refund eligibility and how to request one in canada

Canadian consumer protection law recognizes digital content as immediately delivered; this means standard cooling-off periods do not apply to Inshot subscriptions the way they do to physical goods or services. However, you retain important rights under the Competition Act and provincial consumer protection legislation.

When inshot or the app store will refund you

Inshot Pro subscriptions are non-refundable for the current billing period once the subscription activates, even if you cancel immediately. However, Stopee knows that exceptions exist. You qualify for a refund if you can demonstrate:

• An unauthorized charge (someone else subscribed without your permission)
• Duplicate charges appearing on the same date
• A charge after you cancelled, if cancellation should have prevented it
• A technical error preventing access to pro features despite an active subscription
• Misleading marketing that violated the Competition Act by misrepresenting features

How to request a refund from apple

Apple processes all refunds for iOS subscriptions through their account system.

1. Visit the Apple Support website and sign in with your Apple ID.
2. Go to your Purchase History or Subscriptions section.
3. Locate the Inshot charge you want to dispute.
4. Click "Report a Problem."
   • A form appears asking you to select the reason (unauthorized, duplicate, etc.).
5. Explain your situation clearly and concisely.
   • Include the date of the charge, the amount, and why you believe a refund is warranted.
6. Submit your request.
   • Apple reviews your case within 48 hours and emails a decision.

Pro tip: Apple approves the majority of refund requests for first-time issues. If denied, you can escalate to Apple's customer service team by phone (1-800-MY-APPLE in Canada).

How to request a refund from google play

Google Play refunds are processed through your account's transaction history.

1. Open Google Play Store and tap your profile icon.
2. Select "Payments and subscriptions."
3. Tap Subscriptions or Purchase History (depending on the issue).
4. Find the Inshot charge you want to refund.
5. Tap the three-dot menu next to the transaction.
6. Select "Report a problem."
   • Describe the issue in detail (unauthorized, not working, etc.).
7. Submit the form.
   • Google reviews the request within 24 to 48 hours.

Pro tip: Google Play offers automatic refunds for cancellations within 48 hours of purchase; after that window, you must request a refund manually. If Google denies your request, escalate to their support team for a final review.

Your consumer protection rights in canada

Under the Competition Act, the Office of Fair Trading in Canada can investigate misleading advertising or unfair subscription practices. If Inshot fails to clearly disclose its subscription auto-renewal terms, you have grounds to file a complaint with your provincial consumer protection authority or the Competition Bureau. Several Canadian provinces (including Ontario and British Columbia) have strengthened protections around negative option billing, requiring companies to obtain explicit, informed consent before recurring charges begin.

If Inshot or Apple/Google refuses a legitimate refund request, contact your provincial consumer protection office or the Competition Bureau. Stopee recommends documenting all communication (screenshots, email confirmations) to support your case.

Common cancellation mistakes and how to avoid them

Many Canadian subscribers inadvertently extend their Inshot subscriptions or fail to cancel when they intended to, often because of one repeated oversight: confusing the cancellation deadline with the actual billing date.

Mistake 1: assuming the app store shows you cancelled

After you tap "Cancel Subscription," the app store does not always immediately mark the subscription as cancelled in the user interface. Refresh your subscriptions list after 5 to 10 minutes to confirm the status changed from "Active" to "Cancelled" or "Will not renew." If the status does not update, try logging out and back into your account, or contact Apple or Google support to verify the cancellation processed.

Mistake 2: cancelling fewer than 24 hours before renewal

Apple requires at least 24 hours notice before your renewal date to stop the charge. If you cancel within 24 hours of renewal, the charge typically processes, and you must request a refund afterward. Google Play is more lenient (allowing cancellations up to the billing date), but the safest approach is to cancel at least 48 hours in advance on any platform.

Mistake 3: forgetting you subscribed on two devices

If you own both an iPhone and an Android phone, you may have separate Inshot subscriptions on each platform. Cancelling on iOS does not affect your Android subscription. Many users pay for two monthly subscriptions (C$6.99 each) without realizing it. Log into each device and cancel both subscriptions separately.

Mistake 4: believing free trial time extends after you cancel

Inshot free trials end the moment you activate a paid subscription, regardless of how many days you expected. Cancelling the paid plan does not restore free trial days; once the trial converts to a paid subscription, it remains paid until cancelled.

Your checklist for a successful inshot cancellation

Use this step-by-step checklist to ensure your cancellation completes without delays or unexpected charges.

• Confirm your current Inshot subscription plan and next billing date (found in Apple Settings or Google Play).
• Cancel your subscription through your device's app store (not the Inshot app).
• Refresh your subscriptions list to verify the status changed to "Cancelled" or "Will not renew."
• Note the date you cancelled and your next billing date; verify no charge appears after this date.
• Check your email for a cancellation confirmation from Apple or Google within 24 hours.
• If you subscribed on multiple devices, cancel each subscription separately.
• Retain your confirmation email or screenshot as proof of cancellation for 6 months.
• If a charge appears after your cancellation, immediately file a refund request through the app store.

When to consider keeping your inshot subscription

Before you finalize cancellation, consider whether a brief pause or downgrade better suits your situation than a full cancellation.

Keep your subscription if you edit regularly

If you create content weekly or monthly, the annual plan (C$24.99) costs less than C$2.09 per month-a small price for watermark-free exports and ad-free editing. Many casual creators overestimate how often they will switch platforms; resubscribing later often feels more burdensome than maintaining an existing subscription.

Pause instead of cancelling

Inshot does not offer a formal "pause" option, but you can effectively pause by cancelling before your renewal date and reactivating within a few months. Your account, projects, and editing history remain intact, making it easy to resume where you left off.

Switch to the free tier before cancelling

If your primary concern is budget, use Inshot's free version for a few weeks before cancelling. You may discover that you do not need the pro features as much as you thought, or conversely, that the limited functionality frustrates you enough to justify the cost.

Getting help if inshot will not let you cancel

Stopee has helped thousands of consumers navigate cancellation disputes with app stores and service providers. If you cannot cancel through your device settings, or if Inshot refuses to acknowledge your cancellation request, contact the app store's customer support directly.

If apple does not process your cancellation

Phone Apple Support at 1-800-MY-APPLE (1-800-692-7753) in Canada and request escalation to the billing team. Provide your Apple ID, the subscription name (Inshot), and your cancellation attempt date. Apple's billing specialists can manually cancel subscriptions and issue refunds even when the standard process fails.

If google play does not process your cancellation

Contact Google Play Support through the Play Store app (Help and Feedback section) or visit support.google.com/googleplay. Explain the issue clearly: that you attempted to cancel Inshot but the subscription continues to auto-renew. Google can terminate the subscription remotely and issue a refund if warranted.

If inshot continues charging after cancellation

This is a billing error on the app store's part, not Inshot's directly. However, you can file a formal complaint with the Competition Bureau of Canada if Inshot fails to acknowledge that you cancelled, or if they refuse to provide refunds for charges that occurred after your cancellation date. The Competition Bureau investigates unfair subscription practices and can compel companies to issue refunds or change their practices.

Contact the Competition Bureau at 1-800-348-5358 or file a complaint online at www.competitionbureau.gc.ca.

Final steps and moving forward

Cancelling your Inshot subscription is one decision; choosing what comes next is another. Stopee recommends taking a moment to reflect on your creative workflow before you commit to a different platform.

Export and save all projects you want to keep before your subscription expires. Many users forget this step and lose work once the free tier locks premium features. Download videos and images in the highest quality your current plan allows, especially if you worked on professional projects.

If you are switching to a competitor, evaluate whether the alternative offers better value. Popular alternatives include Adobe Premiere Rush (subscription-based, more advanced), CapCut (free tier with optional pro, growing feature set), and DaVinci Resolve (free desktop version, steep learning curve). Compare pricing and features directly rather than assuming a new app will automatically serve you better.

Finally, consider leaving an honest review on the Apple App Store or Google Play if your cancellation reason relates to poor customer service, misleading pricing, or technical issues. Your feedback helps other Canadian users make informed decisions and signals to Inshot which areas need improvement.

Stopee has guided thousands of Canadians through subscription cancellations, refund disputes, and consumer rights escalations. Whether you cancelled Inshot successfully or encountered resistance, remember that you have rights as a Canadian consumer-and support is available when you need it. Visit Stopee.com to learn how we help you cancel any service, understand your rights, and reclaim control of your subscriptions.