How to cancel AllTrails Pro in australia and protect yourself from auto-renewal charges
Why AllTrails Pro cancellation matters and what drives australian users to leave
AllTrails Pro is a premium subscription service that unlocks advanced trail discovery features: offline maps, 3D terrain previews, community heatmaps, and detailed trail condition reports. The platform operates on auto-renewal, meaning your subscription automatically renews when each billing period expires unless you deliberately turn it off beforehand. Many Australian hikers find value in the service, but changing fitness goals, budget constraints, or shift in outdoor priorities prompt cancellation every month.
The real challenge lies in the auto-renewal mechanism itself. Without clear cancellation instructions, you risk surprise charges appearing on your credit card months after you've stopped using the service. At Yafee, we help Australian consumers navigate subscription cancellations with confidence and clarity. Understanding your cancellation options before renewal creeps up places you back in control of your spending.
Where you subscribed determines how you cancel
AllTrails Pro operates across three separate subscription channels: AllTrails.com directly, the Apple App Store, and Google Play. The channel where you purchased your subscription determines exactly where you cancel it. Consequently, checking your original purchase confirmation email takes 30 seconds and saves you from clicking through the wrong platform entirely. Yafee recommends verifying this detail now, before you need to cancel.
Auto-renewal and your consumer rights in australia
Under the Australian Consumer Law (Schedule 2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010), all suppliers offering continuous or auto-renewing subscriptions must obtain your express consent before charging you and must provide you with a simple, accessible cancellation mechanism. Furthermore, you have the right to cancel within the first 14 days if the trader has not complied with these transparency requirements. AllTrails must display cancellation instructions clearly before you purchase, or you may qualify for a full refund under consumer protection law.
AllTrails Pro pricing in australian dollars and what you're paying
Understanding your actual subscription cost helps you assess whether the service remains worthwhile and informs your refund strategy if you act quickly.
Current subscription tiers and annual costs
| Plan |
Official annual price (USD) |
Approximate annual (AUD) |
Key features |
| AllTrails Plus |
USD $35.99 |
Approx AUD $56 |
Offline maps, route builder, GPS navigation |
| AllTrails Peak |
USD $79.99 |
Approx AUD $125 |
All Plus features plus AI heatmaps, crowd flow, detailed trail conditions |
| Free tier |
Free |
Free |
Basic trail search and reviews only |
Exchange rates fluctuate daily. AllTrails displays prices in USD on their website, but your credit card or app store charges you in Australian dollars at the conversion rate applied on your billing date. Your actual AUD charge may vary by 2-5% from the approximate figures shown above depending on market conditions.
How to cancel AllTrails Pro if you subscribed on AllTrails.com
If you created your subscription directly through the AllTrails website, follow these steps to turn off auto-renewal and prevent future charges.
Step 1: log in to your AllTrails account
- Visit AllTrails.com and enter your email address and password in the login box.
- If you cannot remember your password, click the "Forgot password" link and check your email for the reset link within 10 minutes.
- Complete the password reset process before proceeding.
Step 2: navigate to your account settings
- Once logged in, locate your profile icon or username in the top right corner of the page.
- Click your profile icon and select "Account settings" or "Settings" from the dropdown menu.
- If the menu does not appear, try clicking directly on your username instead.
- You should now see your account overview page, which displays your subscription status and billing information.
Step 3: access your subscription and billing section
- Look for a tab or link labeled "Subscription", "Billing", or "Subscription & Billing" on your account settings page.
- This section displays your current plan, renewal date, and payment method.
- If multiple tabs exist, select the one that shows your active subscription.
Step 4: turn off auto-renewal
- Within the subscription section, locate the toggle or button labeled "Turn Off Auto-Renew", "Disable Auto-Renewal", or "Cancel Subscription".
- Click this button or toggle switch to disable future renewals.
- Some versions of the site may ask you to confirm your decision-read the popup carefully and click "Confirm" or "Yes, turn off auto-renewal".
Step 5: verify cancellation and save your confirmation
- After you turn off auto-renewal, the subscription section should display a message confirming that auto-renewal is now disabled.
- The message typically reads: "Auto-renewal is turned off. Your access continues until [specific date]."
- Take a screenshot of this confirmation page for your records.
- Check your email inbox (including spam and promotions folders) for a cancellation confirmation email from AllTrails within 24 hours.
- This email serves as proof of your cancellation request if you later need to dispute a charge.
How to cancel AllTrails Pro if you subscribed via apple app store
If you purchased your AllTrails Pro subscription through the Apple App Store on iPhone, iPad, or Mac, you manage cancellation directly within Apple's App Store settings.
Step 1: open the app store app on your apple device
- On iPhone or iPad, tap the "App Store" icon in your home screen or app drawer.
- On Mac, click the "App Store" icon in your Dock or use Spotlight search.
Step 2: navigate to your account and subscriptions
- Tap or click the profile icon (usually located in the top right corner of the App Store).
- Select "Account" or "View Apple ID" from the menu that appears.
- Authenticate using Face ID, Touch ID, or your Apple ID password.
Step 3: find your AllTrails Pro subscription
- Select "Subscriptions" from the account menu.
- You will see a list of all active subscriptions linked to your Apple ID.
- Locate "AllTrails Pro" (or "AllTrails+" depending on your plan name) in the list and tap it.
Step 4: cancel the subscription
- Tap "Cancel Subscription" or "Edit Subscription", then select "Cancel".
- Apple may offer you a discount or incentive to retain the subscription-you may accept or decline this offer.
- Proceed to confirm the cancellation when prompted.
- The App Store will display a confirmation message stating your subscription will end on a specific date.
Step 5: confirm cancellation in your email
- Check your email associated with your Apple ID for a cancellation confirmation from Apple within a few hours.
- Retain this email as proof of cancellation.
How to cancel AllTrails Pro if you subscribed via google play
If you purchased your AllTrails Pro subscription through Google Play on an Android device, follow these steps to cancel from your Google Account settings.
Step 1: open google play on your android device
- Launch the "Google Play Store" app on your Android phone or tablet.
Step 2: access your account menu
- Tap the profile icon in the top right corner of the Google Play Store home screen.
- Select "Manage your Google Account" or "Settings".
Step 3: navigate to subscriptions
- Tap the "Payments and subscriptions" tab or menu option.
- Select "Subscriptions" or "My subscriptions".
- You will see a list of all active subscriptions on your Google account.
Step 4: find and cancel AllTrails Pro
- Locate "AllTrails" or "AllTrails Pro" in your subscriptions list and tap it.
- Review your plan details, renewal date, and price.
- Tap "Cancel subscription" at the bottom of the screen.
Step 5: complete the cancellation process
- Google Play may ask you why you are cancelling-provide feedback if you wish, or skip this step.
- Tap "Cancel subscription" again to confirm your cancellation request.
- You will receive a confirmation message that your subscription will end on your next renewal date.
Step 6: verify cancellation via email
- Check the email address associated with your Google account for a cancellation confirmation email from Google Play within 24 hours.
- Save this email as evidence of your cancellation.
Your legal position: consumer rights and auto-renewal protections
Australian consumer law grants you specific protections when subscribing to auto-renewing services. The Australian Consumer Law explicitly requires that traders inform you clearly and transparently about all material terms-including the automatic renewal mechanism, the cost of renewal, and the cancellation process-before you commit to the subscription. Failure to meet these requirements entitles you to cancel within 14 days and receive a full refund, regardless of whether you have used the service.
Your legal position: If AllTrails did not present cancellation instructions clearly before purchase, or if renewal charges were not transparent, you may request a refund under the Australian Consumer Law. If AllTrails refuses, you can lodge a complaint with the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) at accc.gov.au or contact your state's consumer protection agency (for example, Fair Work Ombudsman in Victoria, or Consumer Law Australia in other states). Yafee advises documenting your original purchase and any communication from AllTrails in support of your refund claim.
The 30-day money-back guarantee
AllTrails offers a 30-day money-back guarantee if you purchased directly through AllTrails.com. This window is your strongest refund protection and operates independently of Australian Consumer Law. If you cancel within 30 days of purchase and request a refund, AllTrails must process it without requiring you to prove dissatisfaction or technical fault. After 30 days, you retain consumer rights under Australian law, but the guarantee no longer applies.
App store refund policies
If you purchased through Apple App Store or Google Play, the app marketplace's refund policy governs your right to a refund, not AllTrails' 30-day guarantee. Apple allows you to request a refund within 48 hours of purchase; Google Play allows 48 hours for some regions and up to 15 days for others. Once this window closes, refunds become discretionary. Yafee recommends acting quickly if you purchased through an app store and want to preserve your refund eligibility.
What happens after you cancel: access, refunds, and timeline
Cancellation does not terminate your access immediately; instead, it stops future charges and allows your access to continue until the end of your current billing period.
Access and continued use after cancellation
- When you turn off auto-renewal, AllTrails maintains your account access until your current subscription period expires.
- For example, if you cancel on 15 March and your renewal date is 30 April, you retain full AllTrails Pro access until 30 April.
- After your subscription period ends, your account automatically downgrades to the free tier, and you lose access to offline maps, 3D terrain, and other premium features.
How to request a refund for a recent charge
- If you were charged immediately before turning off auto-renewal, you may request a refund within 30 days of the charge date if you purchased through AllTrails.com.
- Contact AllTrails support at support.alltrails.com and provide your order number, charge date, and reason for the refund request.
- AllTrails aims to process refund requests within 5-10 business days.
- If you purchased through Apple or Google Play and want a refund, submit your request through the app marketplace directly, as AllTrails cannot process app store refunds on their behalf.
Timeline for refund processing
| Channel |
Refund window |
Processing time |
How to request |
| AllTrails.com |
30 days from charge |
5-10 business days |
Contact support.alltrails.com |
| Apple App Store |
48 hours from purchase |
3-5 business days |
Request via App Store app or appleid.apple.com |
| Google Play |
48 hours to 15 days (region dependent) |
3-5 business days |
Request via Google Play app or myaccount.google.com |
Common cancellation mistakes and how to avoid them
Cancellation is straightforward once you follow the correct steps, but small oversights can delay the process or result in unwanted charges. Here are the pitfalls Yafee sees most often and how to sidestep them.
Mistake 1: cancelling the app instead of the subscription
Deleting the AllTrails app from your phone does not cancel your subscription. Your subscription exists at the platform level (AllTrails.com, Apple, or Google), not on the app itself. Uninstalling the app simply removes the program from your device; your account and billing arrangement remain active. Always cancel through the subscription platform, not the app.
Mistake 2: assuming a failed payment means cancellation
If your credit card declines when AllTrails attempts to renew your subscription, the subscription itself does not cancel automatically. AllTrails may retry the charge multiple times over several days, or the failed charge may be suspended until your payment method is updated. Turn off auto-renewal explicitly to guarantee no future charges, rather than relying on payment failures.
Mistake 3: not saving your cancellation confirmation
After you turn off auto-renewal, take a screenshot or save the confirmation page and email. If AllTrails charges you after cancellation, this evidence proves you requested cancellation and supports a chargeback claim or dispute with your payment provider. Without proof, resolving a disputed charge becomes significantly harder.
Mistake 4: cancelling too close to renewal day
If your renewal date is tomorrow and you cancel today, AllTrails may still process the charge because the renewal has already been queued in their system. Check your renewal date and cancel at least 2-3 days beforehand to ensure sufficient processing time. Yafee recommends checking your renewal date monthly and cancelling early to avoid timing issues.
Mistake 5: forgetting which platform you used
Attempting to cancel on AllTrails.com when you actually subscribed through Google Play wastes time and leaves your subscription active. Check your original purchase confirmation email or your bank statement to confirm which platform charged you. Once identified, follow the correct cancellation steps for that platform only.
Comparison: should you cancel or keep your AllTrails Pro subscription?
Deciding whether to cancel depends on your usage, budget, and hiking frequency. This comparison table helps you weigh the value of retaining your subscription against the cost and the simplicity of cancelling.
| Scenario |
Recommendation |
Reason |
| Hike fewer than 4 times per year |
Cancel |
Cost per hike (AUD $14-31) exceeds value unless you need offline maps |
| Hike regularly (monthly or more) in remote areas |
Keep |
Offline maps and GPS navigation justify the annual cost (AUD $56-125) |
| Budget constraint or financial hardship |
Cancel |
Free tier provides basic trail information; upgrade when finances improve |
| Hike in well-mapped urban or popular regions only |
Cancel |
Free tier covers most popular Australian trails; premium features add minimal value |
| Plan backcountry trips without phone signal |
Keep |
Offline maps and 3D terrain are essential for safety in remote areas |
| Trial period about to expire with no plans to hike |
Cancel immediately |
Avoid first charge; you can always resubscribe later if needed |
What to do if AllTrails charges you after cancellation
Even after following cancellation steps correctly, you may occasionally be charged post-cancellation due to system delays, billing errors, or payment processing overlaps. Here is how to resolve this situation.
Step 1: check your cancellation status immediately
- Log in to your AllTrails, Apple, or Google account (depending on where you subscribed).
- Verify that your subscription status displays as "Cancelled" or "No active subscription".
- If it still shows as active, return to the cancellation steps above and complete them again.
Step 2: contact AllTrails support with your cancellation proof
- Email support.alltrails.com and attach a screenshot of your cancelled subscription status and the cancellation confirmation email.
- Include your order or account number, the date of the unwanted charge, and the amount charged.
- Explain that you cancelled before the charge was processed and request an immediate refund.
- AllTrails aims to respond within 2-3 business days and approve straightforward refund requests within 5-10 business days.
Step 3: request a chargeback if AllTrails does not respond
- If AllTrails ignores your refund request or denies it unreasonably, contact your bank or credit card provider.
- Request a chargeback (or dispute) for the unwanted charge, referencing your cancellation proof and AllTrails' failure to refund.
- Your bank will investigate on your behalf and may reverse the charge within 5-10 business days.
Step 4: lodge a complaint with the ACCC if needed
- If you have attempted refund and chargeback unsuccessfully, lodge a formal complaint with the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission.
- Visit accc.gov.au and complete the online complaint form, or call 1300 302 502.
- The ACCC investigates complaints about unfair subscription practices and can compel traders to refund consumers.
Cancellation checklist and summary
Use this checklist to ensure you have completed cancellation correctly and protected yourself from unexpected charges.
| Action |
Completed |
Notes |
| Identify subscription platform (AllTrails.com, Apple, or Google Play) |
☐ |
Check purchase confirmation email |
| Log in to the correct platform |
☐ |
Use password reset if needed |
| Navigate to subscription or account settings |
☐ |
Refer to platform-specific steps above |
| Turn off auto-renewal and confirm |
☐ |
Save screenshot of confirmation page |
| Check email for cancellation confirmation (within 24 hours) |
☐ |
Save email as proof |
| Verify renewal date in account settings (note it in calendar) |
☐ |
Access continues until this date |
Cancelling AllTrails Pro is straightforward when you follow the correct steps for your subscription platform. By turning off auto-renewal now, you retain full access until your current period ends while preventing unwanted charges. Yafee has helped thousands of Australian consumers cancel subscriptions confidently and protect their finances from auto-renewal traps. Whether you are pausing your subscription temporarily or discontinuing it entirely, understanding your cancellation rights under Australian Consumer Law empowers you to take control of your spending and avoid surprise charges. Save your cancellation confirmation, monitor your bank statement, and contact AllTrails support immediately if any charge appears after you cancel. Your financial security matters, and cancellation should be simple-not a hidden obstacle course.