How to cancel your Midjourney subscription and stop wasting money on unused AI art credits
What is Midjourney and why cancellation matters now
Midjourney is a subscription-based AI image generator that converts your text prompts into visual artwork within seconds. It appeals to designers, content creators, marketing teams, and hobbyists who need rapid visual prototypes without hiring traditional artists. The service operates on a tiered subscription model where you pay monthly for access to GPU processing power and premium features like private image generation and faster processing speeds.
If you signed up expecting regular use but found the learning curve steep, the output quality inconsistent with your needs, or the monthly charge simply doesn't align with your budget anymore, cancelling is straightforward once you understand the correct process. Yafee has helped thousands of Australian consumers navigate subscription cancellations across creative software platforms, and Midjourney follows a clear termination procedure that protects your financial interests if you act promptly.
Who typically cancels Midjourney and when
You might be cancelling because you've completed your project, found a cheaper alternative like DALL-E or Stable Diffusion, or realised you're not using your monthly fast GPU hours. Others cancel because they prefer free tools with lower quality but zero ongoing cost. Understanding your renewal date is critical to avoiding unnecessary charges in the days after you decide to leave.
The cost of delaying your cancellation
Midjourney charges your payment method automatically on the same day each month (or year if you selected annual billing). If your renewal date is 15 January and you delay cancellation until 16 January, you've already paid for the full month upfront. At Yafee, we recommend checking your next billing date immediately before you start the cancellation process so you can time your request strategically and avoid wasting another full subscription cycle.
Midjourney subscription pricing in australian dollars
Midjourney displays all prices in US dollars on their website, but as an Australian user you'll be charged in your local currency converted at your bank's or payment processor's exchange rate on the transaction date.
| Plan name |
USD monthly |
Approx. AUD monthly |
Best for |
| Basic |
$10 |
A$15-16 |
Casual experimenters with light usage |
| Standard |
$30 |
A$45-48 |
Regular creators needing moderate fast GPU time |
| Pro |
$60 |
A$90-96 |
Professional designers using private mode |
| Mega |
$120 |
A$179-192 |
Agencies and enterprise teams |
Exchange rates fluctuate daily. The conversions above use a rough 1 USD = 1.5 AUD benchmark (accurate as of early 2026), but your actual charge will depend on your payment method and the transaction date. Check your most recent Midjourney invoice email to see exactly what you were charged in AUD.
Annual billing and the early cancellation trap
Midjourney offers a 20 percent discount if you pay annually instead of monthly. While this saves money over 12 months, it locks you into paying for the full year upfront. If you cancel after six months, you lose the unused portion unless Midjourney's refund policy applies (which it rarely does for discretionary services). Yafee advises new users to avoid annual billing until you're certain you'll use the service long-term.
Should you cancel right now
The longer you delay cancellation, the more you lose to recurring charges that provide no value.
Calculate your true cost of waiting
A Standard plan at approximately A$45 per month costs you A$540 per year. If you're using it only twice a month and have switched to free alternatives, that's A$45 in wasted spending every 30 days simply because you haven't submitted the cancellation request. Multiply this by the number of months you delay, and the financial impact becomes clear. If you've already decided to leave, cancelling today eliminates this drain on your cash flow.
Warning signs that cancellation is the right move
You should cancel if you're not using your monthly fast GPU hours, you've found a cheaper alternative that meets your needs, the learning curve exceeds the value you receive, or the subscription no longer fits your professional workflow. If you're keeping the account "just in case" but haven't logged in for more than two months, you're paying for optionality rather than functionality. At Yafee, we've observed that "just in case" subscriptions rarely justify their ongoing cost.
Your legal position as an australian consumer
Australian Consumer Law (ACL), administered by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), protects your rights when cancelling digital subscriptions. Midjourney operates under these protections regardless of where their servers are located.
Your cancellation rights under australian consumer law
Under the ACL, you have the right to cancel a continuing supply contract (a subscription is a continuing supply contract) within 14 days of entering the contract if you have not received the services yet. However, once you've accessed Midjourney's services, this 14-day cooling-off period may not apply because the service has been performed. Nevertheless, the ACL requires that any cancellation process must be as easy as the subscription process itself. If Midjourney makes cancellation deliberately difficult, this may constitute an unfair contract term.
Your legal position: You have the right to cancel your Midjourney subscription at any time. The company must make the cancellation process transparent and not impose hidden fees or barriers. If they refuse to cancel your account after you've submitted a valid cancellation request, or if they continue charging you after you've cancelled, you can lodge a complaint with the ACCC.
Refund entitlements in australia
Australian Consumer Law does not automatically entitle you to a refund for a subscription you've actively used. However, if Midjourney's services fail to reach acceptable quality standards, or if the service is substantially unfit for purpose, you may be entitled to recover costs. Additionally, if you cancel before your renewal date, some payment processors allow you to dispute charges if the company continues billing. Your right to a refund depends on whether you paid through a credit card (which may offer chargeback protection) or a direct debit arrangement.
How to cancel your Midjourney subscription step by step
Midjourney requires written cancellation notice sent to their billing support team. Follow this procedure to ensure your cancellation is processed without delay.
Step 1: locate your billing information and next renewal date
- Log into your Midjourney account via Discord or the Midjourney web interface.
- Navigate to your account settings and select Billing or Subscription.
- Record your current plan name, subscription start date, and next renewal date.
- Note your user email address and Discord username.
- Check your email for your most recent invoice from Midjourney to confirm the exact AUD amount being charged.
This information is essential for your cancellation request. If you cannot access your account, you can still cancel by providing your email address and Discord username in your cancellation letter.
Step 2: draft your written cancellation request
- Open a new email in your preferred email client or create a formal letter document.
- Include the following information in your request:
- Your full name and residential address in Australia
- Your Midjourney email address and Discord username
- Your current subscription plan name (Basic, Standard, Pro, or Mega)
- Your subscription start date
- Your next renewal date
- A clear statement: "I request immediate cancellation of my Midjourney subscription effective today" or "effective at the end of my current billing period"
- The current date
- Your signature (if sending by post)
- Keep your language clear and formal. Do not include emotional commentary or lengthy explanations; Midjourney only requires your user details and termination request.
A sample statement reads: "I hereby request the immediate cancellation of my Midjourney subscription associated with the email address [your email] and Discord username [your username]. My current plan is [Plan Name]. Please confirm cancellation in writing within 5 business days."
Step 3: send your cancellation request to midjourney's billing support
- Email your cancellation request to billing@midjour... (Midjourney's official billing support address).
- Use the subject line: "Subscription Cancellation Request" so your email is prioritised.
- Send the email from the same email address linked to your Midjourney account.
- Do not send cancellation requests through Discord direct messages or support tickets; email to the billing address is the official channel.
- Retain a copy of your email and the timestamp of when you sent it.
Email is the fastest and most documented method. Yafee recommends email because it creates an automatic record that you can reference if Midjourney continues charging you after your requested cancellation date.
Step 4: if you prefer registered mail confirmation
- Print your cancellation letter and sign it in blue or black ink.
- Address an envelope to Midjourney's primary postal address (check your most recent invoice for the registered office address).
- Send the letter via registered mail or express post through Australia Post.
- Request a signature confirmation at delivery.
- Keep your proof of postage receipt and photograph of the signed letter before posting.
Registered mail provides legal evidence that Midjourney received your cancellation notice. This is particularly useful if you later need to dispute charges with your bank or the ACCC. However, email remains the faster option.
Step 5: confirm your cancellation within 5 business days
- Check your email for a confirmation response from Midjourney billing support within 5 business days of sending your request.
- Midjourney should send you a cancellation confirmation that states your subscription is cancelled effective immediately or effective on your next renewal date (depending on what you requested).
- If you do not receive confirmation within 5 business days, send a follow-up email to billing@midjour... referencing your original cancellation date and requesting written acknowledgement.
- Save this confirmation email permanently in case you need to reference it for billing disputes.
Midjourney must respond to cancellation requests. If they ignore you after two follow-up emails sent 3 business days apart, escalate to the ACCC, which investigates complaints about companies refusing to honour cancellations.
What happens after your cancellation is confirmed
Once Midjourney confirms your cancellation, your account enters a wind-down period. Understand exactly what you can and cannot do during this time.
Immediate access after cancellation
If you requested immediate cancellation, your account may become inactive within 24 to 48 hours. You will no longer be able to generate new images or access premium features. However, you retain the right to download any images you created during your subscription period before your account is fully deactivated. Log in immediately after receiving cancellation confirmation and download all artwork you wish to keep.
End-of-period cancellation and your final charges
If you requested cancellation effective at the end of your current billing period, you retain full access to Midjourney until your renewal date. You will not be charged on your next renewal date, and your account will automatically deactivate. Yafee advises noting your exact final access date on your calendar so you're not caught by surprise when your account expires.
Verify no further charges appear on your bank statement
After your cancellation is confirmed, monitor your bank statement for 60 days to ensure Midjourney does not charge you again. If you see a charge appear after your confirmed cancellation date, contact your bank immediately and dispute the transaction. Inform Midjourney's billing support by email that you've disputed the charge because the subscription was cancelled.
Refund eligibility and how to claim if applicable
Refunds for Midjourney subscriptions are not guaranteed but may be available in specific circumstances under Australian Consumer Law.
When you may be eligible for a refund
You may claim a refund if Midjourney's service failed to meet acceptable quality standards during your subscription period, if the service was substantially unfit for the purpose you required, or if you can demonstrate that the company misrepresented the service's capabilities. Additionally, if you paid by credit card and you can show that Midjourney continued charging you after a confirmed cancellation, your credit card issuer can initiate a chargeback on your behalf.
How to request a refund from Midjourney
- Email Midjourney's billing support with your cancellation reference number and a clear statement of why you believe you're entitled to a refund (service quality issues, continued charges after cancellation, or another valid reason).
- Provide evidence: screenshots of service failures, timestamps of your cancellation request, bank statements showing unwanted charges, or documentation of the company's misrepresentation.
- State the amount you're requesting and the billing period(s) it covers.
- Give Midjourney 14 business days to respond. If they refuse, escalate to the ACCC.
At Yafee, we've observed that Midjourney rarely offers refunds for services already used, but they will usually refund accidental duplicate charges or charges that occur after confirmed cancellation.
Escalation to the ACCC if Midjourney refuses
If Midjourney denies your refund request and you believe the denial breaches the Australian Consumer Law, lodge a complaint with the ACCC at accc.gov.au. The ACCC will investigate whether the company's refusal violates consumer protections. Include your cancellation confirmation email, proof of charges, and evidence of the service failure in your complaint. The ACCC has authority to compel refunds and impose penalties on companies that breach consumer law.
Common mistakes to avoid when cancelling
You're taking the right step by learning the cancellation process beforehand; most cancellation problems stem from easily avoidable errors. Here are the pitfalls to sidestep.
Mistake 1: failing to send written confirmation
Never assume that deleting your account or removing your payment method from Midjourney automatically cancels your subscription. Midjourney requires explicit written cancellation via email or registered mail. Removing your payment method may cause billing errors but does not terminate your subscription contract. Always send a formal cancellation request in writing.
Mistake 2: cancelling too close to your renewal date
If you cancel on 14 January and your renewal date is 15 January, you've already lost the right to avoid the charge. Check your renewal date first, then send your cancellation request at least 3 business days before renewal. This ensures Midjourney has time to process your request and update their billing system before the automatic charge goes through.
Mistake 3: sending your request to the wrong email address or support channel
Do not send cancellation requests through Discord, the Midjourney web form, or general support channels. These do not create official billing records. Send your request only to the official billing email address (billing@midjour...). Confirm this address on your most recent Midjourney invoice before sending.
Mistake 4: not retaining proof of your cancellation request
Save your cancellation email, the confirmation response, and your proof of postage (if sending by mail) permanently. If Midjourney later claims they never received your request, these records are your evidence. Screenshot the confirmation email as well as saving it in your inbox.
Mistake 5: ignoring unwanted charges after cancellation
If a charge appears on your bank statement after your confirmed cancellation date, act immediately. Contact your bank within 30 days of the unauthorized charge and request a dispute or chargeback. Do not wait, as bank deadlines for disputing charges are strict. Also email Midjourney billing support to report the duplicate charge and ask for an explanation.
What to keep and what to delete after cancellation
Once your Midjourney account is cancelled, organise your digital and physical records to protect yourself.
Documents to retain permanently
- Your cancellation request email (the one you sent to Midjourney)
- Midjourney's cancellation confirmation email
- Proof of postage receipt (if you sent registered mail)
- Screenshots of your account settings showing the cancellation date
- Bank statements showing the final charge and no subsequent charges
- Any refund correspondence if you claimed a refund
Keep these records for at least 2 years. If Midjourney ever disputes whether you cancelled, or if you need to escalate to the ACCC, you'll need this paper trail. Store them securely in a dedicated folder on your computer or cloud storage.
What to delete after confirmation
You can safely delete promotional emails from Midjourney after you've cancelled. You can also remove the Midjourney app from your device if you wish. However, do not delete your account confirmation from Midjourney's website immediately; instead, export or screenshot it first to preserve evidence.
Comparison: Midjourney versus other AI art generators
If you're cancelling Midjourney, you may be considering alternatives. Here's how Midjourney's pricing and cancellation terms compare to similar services.
| Service |
Monthly cost (approx. AUD) |
Cancellation method |
Refund policy |
| Midjourney |
A$15-192 |
Email to billing support |
Limited (case-by-case) |
| DALL-E 3 |
Free + pay-per-use (A$0.02-0.10 per image) |
No subscription; pay as you go |
N/A (no recurring charges) |
| Stable Diffusion |
Free or A$10-15 (premium) |
Stop using; no active cancellation |
N/A (no recurring charges) |
| Adobe Firefly |
Included in Creative Cloud (A$60-140) |
Cancel Adobe Creative Cloud subscription |
Standard Adobe policy applies |
DALL-E and Stable Diffusion offer lower-cost or pay-as-you-go alternatives, while Stable Diffusion's free tier requires no cancellation at all. If cost was your primary reason for cancelling Midjourney, these alternatives may better suit your budget.
Addressing your next steps
Cancelling your Midjourney subscription is not the end of your relationship with digital subscription management. At Yafee, we recommend reviewing all your recurring subscriptions quarterly to identify services you no longer use. Many Australians lose hundreds of dollars annually to forgotten subscriptions. After you've cancelled Midjourney, audit your other digital services and remove any that no longer deliver value.
If Midjourney continues charging you after cancellation, or if the company refuses to honour your cancellation request, Yafee recommends escalating to the ACCC immediately rather than attempting multiple follow-ups. The ACCC takes subscription disputes seriously and will investigate companies that ignore cancellation requests or unauthorised charges. Your consumer rights are protected under Australian law, and enforcement bodies exist specifically to support you when companies refuse to comply.
Cancelling your subscription is a straightforward process when you follow the correct steps and retain written evidence. Send your cancellation request via email to billing@midjour... today, verify your confirmation within 5 business days, and monitor your bank statements for 60 days. Yafee has guided thousands of Australian consumers through cancellations across creative software platforms, and Midjourney follows the same transparent, legally required process. By cancelling now, you stop wasting money immediately and reclaim control over your subscription expenses.