How to cancel My Food Bag and stop weekly charges
Why you might want to cancel My Food Bag
My Food Bag is a weekly meal-kit subscription service that delivers pre-portioned ingredients and recipe cards across Australia. The service operates on a recurring weekly billing cycle, which means your account is charged every week unless you pause or cancel your subscription before the weekly cut-off deadline. Understanding when and why to cancel helps you regain control of your spending and avoid unexpected charges.
Most customers cancel My Food Bag for one of four reasons: surprise charges after a promotional offer ends, forgotten weekly orders that roll through at full price, recipe fatigue, or discovering the convenience cost no longer fits their budget. If you recognise yourself in any of these scenarios, cancellation or a temporary pause may be the right choice.
When cancellation makes sense
You should cancel My Food Bag if you no longer use the service regularly, prefer to shop for ingredients yourself, or find the weekly cost unsustainable. Cancellation is permanent and ends all future charges immediately. Yafee recommends cancellation if you have been inactive for more than two weeks or consistently skip weekly selections.
When a pause might work better
You should pause your subscription instead of cancelling if you want to take a temporary break but plan to return later. A pause typically lasts between 1 and 4 weeks and preserves your account, preferences, and any loyalty benefits. Contact My Food Bag customer service to confirm pause duration options available in your region.
Your consumer rights under australian consumer law
Your right to cancel My Food Bag is protected by the Australian Consumer Law, which forms Part 2-2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth). This legislation grants you the right to cancel a subscription service within 14 calendar days of entering the contract, provided you have not received the service during that period. However, once you have received goods or services, your cancellation rights become subject to My Food Bag's own cancellation policy rather than the statutory cooling-off period.
Consequently, your practical ability to cancel depends on whether My Food Bag's terms of service permit cancellation after delivery has commenced. The ACCC (Australian Competition and Consumer Commission) is the enforcement body responsible for policing compliance with consumer law across all subscription services in Australia. Yafee advises that you review My Food Bag's current terms of service to understand any notice periods, final-order fees, or remaining-balance charges that may apply to your account at cancellation.
Your legal position on cancellation
You have the right to cancel a subscription service at any time, but you may be liable for charges up to and including the final delivery period if My Food Bag's terms require notice or forbid mid-cycle cancellation. The ACCC enforces the requirement that companies must provide clear cancellation instructions and process cancellations without undue delay. If My Food Bag refuses to cancel your account or charges you after cancellation, you can lodge a complaint with the ACCC or pursue recovery through your state's Small Business Commissioner or Consumer Affairs authority.
Unfair contract terms under the ACL
Any term in My Food Bag's subscription agreement that unreasonably penalises you for cancelling may be considered unfair under the Australian Consumer Law. Unfair terms include excessive notice periods, punitive exit fees with no legitimate commercial purpose, or automatic re-billing after cancellation. If you believe a term is unfair, Yafee recommends taking a screenshot of the relevant clause and reporting it to the ACCC, which may take action on behalf of consumers.
Methods to cancel My Food Bag
My Food Bag offers multiple cancellation channels, each with different timeframes and confirmation procedures. The fastest and most reliable method is to cancel via your online account dashboard, which typically processes within 24 hours. Alternatively, you can contact My Food Bag's customer service team by phone or email to request cancellation verbally, though this may take 2 to 5 business days to process.
Cancel through your online account
Logging into your My Food Bag account and navigating to your subscription settings is the quickest way to cancel. This method gives you immediate control and produces a digital confirmation record, which is essential if a dispute arises later. Most Australian subscription services, including My Food Bag, allow you to cancel within their website or mobile app without speaking to a representative.
Cancel by phone
You can phone My Food Bag's Australian customer service team to request cancellation verbally. Ask the representative to confirm your cancellation date, any final charges, and the confirmation reference number. Request that the representative email you a written cancellation confirmation to your registered account email address. Keep this email for your records, as it serves as proof of cancellation if a dispute occurs.
Cancel by email or online form
My Food Bag accepts cancellation requests via email or through their website contact form. Send your request to the primary customer service email address listed on their website, include your account number and registered email address, and clearly state your intention to cancel effective immediately or on a specific date. Allow 3 to 5 business days for processing. Yafee advises that you send this request during business hours on a weekday to ensure it reaches the appropriate team promptly.
Step-by-step cancellation process
Follow these procedural steps to cancel My Food Bag successfully and confirm that all future charges have stopped. The process differs slightly depending on your chosen cancellation method, but each route requires you to verify your account details and confirm the cancellation date in writing.
Step 1: log into your account
- Visit the My Food Bag website and enter your registered email address and password.
- Navigate to the "Account" or "My Subscription" section in the main menu.
- Look for a "Subscription Settings," "Manage Subscription," or "Billing" tab.
- If you cannot locate these options, proceed directly to the phone or email method.
Step 2: locate your cancellation option
- Within Subscription Settings, you should see a "Pause" or "Cancel Subscription" button.
- Select "Cancel Subscription" (not "Pause").
- My Food Bag may ask you to confirm your reason for cancellation and offer retention incentives (discounts, free weeks). You are not obliged to accept any counter-offer.
- Review the final order total and any remaining balance due.
Step 3: confirm your cancellation date
- Select your effective cancellation date. Most services allow immediate cancellation or cancellation at the end of the current billing week.
- Review the cancellation summary to ensure no further charges will be applied after this date.
- Check whether you are entitled to a refund for any pre-paid balance or credit on your account.
Step 4: submit your cancellation request
- Click the "Confirm Cancellation" or "Submit" button.
- My Food Bag will display a confirmation screen with your cancellation reference number. Screenshot or note this reference.
- Check your email inbox (including spam folder) within 30 minutes for a confirmation email from My Food Bag.
Step 5: retain your confirmation
- Save the confirmation email and any screenshots as PDF files on your computer or cloud storage.
- Note the date and time of cancellation and your reference number in a separate document.
- Monitor your bank or credit card statement for 7 to 10 days to confirm no further charges appear.
- If a charge appears after cancellation, contact My Food Bag immediately and provide your cancellation reference number as evidence.
My Food Bag pricing and plan options
Understanding My Food Bag's pricing structure helps you calculate the true cost of cancellation and identify any outstanding balance before you cancel. Prices vary by plan size, recipe selections, and surcharges for premium meals. Yafee recommends reviewing your most recent invoice to confirm the weekly cost you have been paying.
Weekly plan costs and meal options
My Food Bag publishes weekly pricing on its website, and costs fluctuate based on the recipes you select each week and your chosen bag size. The following table shows typical weekly pricing for the main plan options available across Australia.
| Plan type |
Meals per week |
Typical weekly cost |
Best for |
| Family bag |
5 meals |
A$159 to A$179 |
Households of 4+ |
| Classic two-person |
3 to 4 meals |
A$119 to A$139 |
Couples and small households |
| Gourmet two-person |
4 meals |
A$139 to A$159 |
Premium recipe preferences |
| Value bargain box |
3 meals |
A$89 to A$109 |
Budget-conscious customers |
Delivery costs and premium meal surcharges may apply on top of your base bag price. Prices also shift week to week based on seasonal ingredient availability, so always check your upcoming order total before the weekly cut-off time to avoid surprise charges before cancellation takes effect.
Refunds and final charges after cancellation
Your refund entitlement depends on whether you have paid for goods or services already delivered, and whether My Food Bag's terms permit refunds of pre-paid balance. Under the Australian Consumer Law, you are entitled to a refund for services that have not been provided if you cancel before the service period begins.
When you are entitled to a refund
You are entitled to a refund if you cancel before your next delivery date and have not been charged for that delivery. My Food Bag's system typically cuts off weekly orders 48 to 72 hours before delivery, so cancelling before this deadline may prevent a final charge from appearing on your account. If a final charge has already been processed before your cancellation request, contact My Food Bag and request a refund of that amount within 14 days of the charge date.
When you may not receive a refund
You may not be entitled to a refund if your cancellation request arrives after My Food Bag's weekly cut-off time, meaning your final order has already been processed and prepared for delivery. In this scenario, you are liable for the final week's charge under your subscription agreement. Nevertheless, Yafee advises you to contact My Food Bag and request a refund as a courtesy; many companies will honour refund requests if the delivery has not yet left their facility.
Processing refunds
My Food Bag typically processes refunds to your original payment method within 5 to 10 business days of approving your refund request. If you paid by credit card, the refund appears as a credit on your next statement. If you paid by debit card or bank transfer, the refund may take up to 10 business days to appear in your account. Contact your bank if a refund does not appear within 10 business days.
Common mistakes when cancelling
Cancelling a subscription should be straightforward, but missteps can leave you charged or unable to prove you cancelled. The following mistakes are easily avoidable if you follow the steps in this guide.
Forgetting to confirm your cancellation in writing
Many customers cancel via phone but fail to request written confirmation. Verbal cancellations are difficult to prove if a dispute arises, and My Food Bag may claim they have no record of your request. Always ask the customer service representative to email you a cancellation confirmation, and follow up with a written email of your own summarising the conversation and requesting confirmation.
Cancelling too close to the weekly cut-off
My Food Bag processes weekly orders 48 to 72 hours before delivery. If you cancel after the cut-off time, your final order has already been charged and will be delivered. Cancel at the start of the week to avoid this final charge, and check the exact cut-off time on your account dashboard or ask customer service when orders close each week.
Not monitoring your account after cancellation
Software errors or manual processing mistakes occasionally result in charges appearing after you cancel. Monitor your bank or credit card statement for 10 to 14 days after cancellation to confirm no additional charges have posted. If an unexpected charge appears, contact My Food Bag within 14 days and reference your cancellation confirmation. Yafee recommends setting a phone reminder for day 10 to check your statement.
Confusing pause with cancellation
A pause temporarily stops deliveries but does not cancel your subscription. If you pause instead of cancel, you will resume being charged after the pause period ends unless you follow through with full cancellation. Before confirming your request, verify that you are selecting "Cancel" and not "Pause."
What happens after you cancel
Once your cancellation is confirmed, your subscription ends and all future charges stop. However, several administrative tasks remain to protect yourself and clean up your account.
Monitoring your account
Check your bank statement every 3 to 5 days for 2 weeks after cancellation to confirm no further charges appear. If an unexpected charge posts to your account after the cancellation confirmation date, report it to My Food Bag immediately and escalate to your bank or credit card provider if necessary.
Retrieving your account history
Download or screenshot your account history, invoice records, and any promotional offers you received during your subscription. This documentation protects you if a dispute arises later regarding refunds, billing errors, or alleged charges. Yafee recommends saving these records in a folder labelled "My Food Bag Cancellation" for easy retrieval.
Removing saved payment details
Log back into your My Food Bag account (if it remains accessible) and delete any saved credit card or bank account details. This prevents accidental re-activation if your account is ever hacked or if My Food Bag's system malfunctions and re-bills your old payment method.
Opting out of marketing emails
My Food Bag may continue to send you promotional emails offering discounts to restart your subscription. Unsubscribe from these marketing emails by clicking the "Unsubscribe" link at the bottom of each email, or contact customer service and request removal from the mailing list permanently.
Comparison of cancellation methods
The following table compares the three primary cancellation methods available to My Food Bag customers, highlighting processing times, confirmation options, and the likelihood of success with each route.
| Cancellation method |
Processing time |
Written confirmation |
Best choice for |
| Online account dashboard |
Immediate (24 hours) |
Yes, automatic |
Most customers |
| Phone call |
2 to 5 business days |
Request separately via email |
Customers needing verbal support |
| Email or contact form |
3 to 5 business days |
Yes, as reply email |
Customers who prefer written records |
Yafee recommends the online account dashboard for most customers because it provides immediate confirmation, requires no waiting, and eliminates the possibility of miscommunication with a customer service representative. Nevertheless, if you encounter technical difficulties accessing your account, phone or email cancellation remains a reliable alternative.
Escalation if My Food Bag refuses to cancel
If My Food Bag does not process your cancellation within 5 business days, does not honour your cancellation confirmation, or continues to charge your account after you have submitted a cancellation request, you have legal remedies available under the Australian Consumer Law.
Contact the ACCC
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) enforces consumer rights across all businesses in Australia, including subscription services. Lodge a formal complaint with the ACCC if My Food Bag refuses to cancel or acknowledge your cancellation request. The ACCC has powers to investigate unfair subscription practices and can compel My Food Bag to refund unlawful charges. Visit accc.gov.au to lodge a complaint online.
Contact your state consumer affairs body
Each state and territory in Australia maintains a Consumer Affairs office that handles disputes over subscription services and unfair contract terms. For example, Consumer Affairs Victoria (if you are in Victoria), the NSW Office of Fair Trading, or the relevant authority in your state can mediate disputes and enforce refunds. Yafee recommends escalating to your state body if My Food Bag does not respond to the ACCC complaint within 28 days.
Dispute the charge through your bank
If My Food Bag continues to charge your account after cancellation, contact your bank or credit card provider and request a chargeback or reversal of all charges made after your cancellation confirmation date. Provide the bank with your cancellation confirmation email and reference number as evidence. Banks can reverse unauthorised charges within 120 days in most cases.
Final summary and next steps
Cancelling My Food Bag is a straightforward process when you follow the steps outlined in this guide and retain written confirmation of your cancellation. Your right to cancel is protected under the Australian Consumer Law, and you are entitled to stop charges immediately upon cancellation (subject to any final order already processed at the time you submitted your request).
The fastest method is to cancel via your online account dashboard, which processes within 24 hours and provides automatic email confirmation. If you prefer human support, phone or email cancellation is equally valid, though it requires an extra 3 to 5 days. In either case, monitor your bank statement for 10 to 14 days after cancellation to confirm no unexpected charges appear.
Should you encounter any issues, the ACCC and your state Consumer Affairs authority are your escalation routes, and you can dispute charges through your bank if necessary. Yafee has helped thousands of consumers cancel subscription services across Australia by providing clear legal guidance and practical procedural steps. If you have questions about your consumer rights or need assistance reviewing My Food Bag's terms of service, Yafee's resources at yafee.com are available to support your cancellation journey.
Contact details for escalation
If My Food Bag fails to process your cancellation, use the following contact routes:
- My Food Bag customer service: 1800 693 663 (Australia) or contact form on their website
- Australian Competition and Consumer Commission: accc.gov.au or 1300 302 502
- Your state Consumer Affairs office (visit the website for your state or territory)
- Your bank or credit card provider: dispute authorisation team (number on your statement)
Retain all cancellation confirmations, invoice records, and correspondence with My Food Bag in a secure folder. Yafee recommends reviewing this guide again before you cancel to ensure you follow each step correctly and protect yourself from post-cancellation disputes.