How to cancel Kingsoft Office and stop auto-renewal charges
What Kingsoft Office is and why canadian users cancel
Kingsoft Office, commonly branded as WPS Office, is a cross-platform productivity suite that delivers word processing, spreadsheet and presentation tools across iOS, Android, macOS and Windows devices. The service operates on a freemium model: basic features are free, but premium subscriptions unlock advanced functionality including AI-assisted editing, expanded cloud storage and priority customer support.
Many Canadian users subscribe to WPS Office expecting seamless integration with their workflow, only to discover the software doesn't align with their needs or they prefer Microsoft 365 alternatives. Others activate a trial period and forget to cancel before the automatic billing cycle begins. At Yafee, we understand that office software decisions involve workflow commitments, and cancelling a subscription you no longer use should be transparent and straightforward. This guide walks you through every cancellation method available, what to expect after cancellation, and how to recover funds if you're charged unfairly.
Common reasons canadians cancel WPS Office
The most frequent reasons for cancellation are overlap with existing subscriptions (many Canadian employees already have Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace through their employer), unexpected auto-renewal charges, unresponsive customer support, or finding the user interface less intuitive than competitors. If you've been charged without explicit prior consent, or if a trial period automatically converted to a paid subscription without clear notice, Canadian consumer protection law stands behind you. Yafee has guided thousands of Canadian consumers through identifying and cancelling unwanted subscriptions before recurring charges accumulate.
Who should keep a WPS Office subscription
WPS Office remains worthwhile if you work primarily on mobile devices, require strong compatibility with Microsoft Office files, prefer lower costs than premium competitors, or actively use AI-assisted writing features. Annual plans ranging from CAD $17.99 to $35.99 (depending on tier and promotional pricing) offer substantially better value than monthly options. If you actively use the app and it meets your productivity needs, retention is justified. However, if auto-renewal is your only reason for continuing to pay, cancellation is your solution.
Before you cancel, identify which plan you're currently paying for and which platform you purchased through, as cancellation methods vary by purchase channel.
| Plan name |
Price (CAD) |
Billing cycle |
Key features |
| WPS Pro Yearly (iOS) |
$17.99 to $29.99 |
12 months |
Pro tools, advanced formatting, offline access |
| WPS Pro AI Yearly (iOS) |
$25.49 to $35.99 |
12 months |
Pro features plus AI writing and editing assistance |
| WPS VIP Monthly (iOS) |
$3.99 |
30 days (auto-renews) |
VIP access, all premium features, automatic renewal |
| WPS Pro Yearly (Android) |
Varies by region |
12 months |
Android-optimised Pro features and tools |
| WPS Desktop/Web Subscription |
Varies by region |
Monthly or yearly |
Full suite access on Windows and macOS |
| Free tier |
$0 |
Ongoing |
Basic editing, limited templates, advertisement display |
Pricing varies significantly depending on when and where you purchased. Check your most recent receipt from Apple, Google, PayPal or your credit card statement to identify your exact plan. That information will direct you to the correct cancellation method. Yafee recommends gathering billing details and your purchase confirmation before beginning any cancellation process.
Your legal rights as a canadian consumer
Canadian consumer protection law provides you with explicit rights regarding subscription cancellation and auto-renewal.
Consumer protection legislation governing subscriptions
The Competition Act (federal) and provincial consumer protection statutes, including Ontario's Consumer Protection Act and British Columbia's Business Practices and Consumer Protection Act, establish that subscription services must obtain your explicit informed consent before charging you. Furthermore, these laws require that cancellation mechanisms be as accessible as the original sign-up process. If Kingsoft Office made it simple to subscribe but difficult to cancel, that imbalance itself may violate consumer protection standards.
In accordance with the CRTC Unsolicited Telecommunications Rules (which extend to digital services), you have the right to cancel auto-renewing subscriptions without penalty during a 30-day window following any charge. If you cancel within this window, you are entitled to a full refund. After 30 days, you retain the right to cancel, but refund eligibility depends on whether the service failed to meet promised terms or if you cancelled due to billing error.
Your legal position on cancellation and refunds
You have the legal right to cancel your WPS Office subscription at any time. Kingsoft must provide you with a clear, accessible cancellation mechanism. If you discover you were charged without prior explicit consent, you can dispute the charge with your payment provider and request a chargeback. If you cancel within 30 days of a billing cycle, you are entitled to a full refund in most provinces. After 30 days, refund eligibility depends on service quality and whether the company breached its terms. Consequently, document the date of every charge and the date you request cancellation.
Cancellation steps differ depending on whether you purchased through Apple App Store, Google Play, desktop directly, or web platforms.
Cancel WPS Office on iPhone and iPad (Apple app store)
- Open the Apple App Store on your iPhone or iPad.
- Navigate to the Account tab (look for the user profile icon in the bottom right corner).
- Select "Subscriptions" from the menu.
- Locate WPS Office or Kingsoft Office in your active subscriptions list.
- Tap the subscription name to view details.
- Review the renewal date and billing amount.
- Tap "Cancel Subscription" or "Edit" and confirm cancellation.
- Apple will ask you to confirm reasons for cancellation; these responses help Apple monitor subscription practices.
- After you confirm, the subscription cancels immediately and no further charges occur.
- Verify cancellation by returning to Subscriptions and confirming WPS Office no longer appears.
- Keep a screenshot of the cancellation confirmation for your records.
Cancel WPS Office on android devices (Google play)
- Open the Google Play Store app on your Android device.
- Tap the profile icon in the upper right corner.
- Select "Payments and subscriptions."
- Tap "Subscriptions" to view your active subscription list.
- Scroll to locate WPS Office or Kingsoft Office.
- Tap the subscription name, then select "Cancel subscription."
- Google Play will display your current billing status and renewal date.
- Confirm the cancellation in the subsequent prompt.
- Confirm that the subscription no longer appears in your active subscriptions.
- Save confirmation details for your records.
Cancel WPS Office desktop subscription (Windows and macOS)
- Open the WPS Office application on your computer.
- Navigate to "Account" or "Settings" in the application menu (location varies by version).
- Look for "Subscription" or "Premium" settings.
- Select "Manage Subscription" or "View Subscription Details."
- The application will direct you to the Kingsoft Office online account portal.
- Log in using your registered email and password.
- Navigate to the Subscription or Billing section in your account dashboard.
- Locate your active WPS Office subscription and select "Cancel" or "Manage."
- Confirm cancellation in the subsequent prompt.
- Save or screenshot the cancellation confirmation page for your records.
- Note the cancellation date and any information about refund eligibility.
Cancel if you purchased through PayPal or credit card directly
- Log in to your Kingsoft Office account at the official website.
- Navigate to Account Settings or Billing.
- Look for a "Subscriptions" or "Payment Methods" section.
- Select the active subscription and choose "Cancel" or "Downgrade."
- If no cancellation option appears within the account portal, proceed to Step 3.
- Contact Kingsoft Office support directly via email.
- Use the support contact channels listed on the official Kingsoft website.
- Provide your account email, order number and request cancellation in writing.
- Keep a copy of your email for documentation.
- If you purchased via PayPal, log in to your PayPal account and revoke authorisation.
- Go to Settings, then "Payments."
- Find the Kingsoft Office merchant and select "Cancel automatic payments."
What happens after you cancel your WPS Office subscription
Understanding the timeline and access following cancellation helps you plan your transition to alternative software.
Immediate effects of cancellation
Once you cancel, Kingsoft stops billing you for future renewal periods. Nevertheless, your current subscription remains active until the end of your current billing cycle. For example, if you cancel on the 15th of a month but your annual plan renews on the 30th, you retain full access until the 30th. After the cycle ends, premium features become unavailable and you revert to the free tier. You cannot recover premium features by reactivating within the same billing period unless you explicitly choose to resubscribe.
Data access and export after cancellation
Your documents and files stored in WPS Cloud remain accessible for a limited period after cancellation, typically 30 to 90 days depending on Kingsoft's retention policy. Export or download all documents you wish to keep before your subscription expires. After the retention period, Kingsoft may delete inactive files. Use the desktop or web application to download files to local storage or transfer them to cloud services like Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive or Dropbox.
How to recover a refund for unwanted charges
If you were charged after cancellation or charged without authorisation, multiple avenues exist to recover your money.
Request a refund directly from Kingsoft
- Gather documentation of the unwanted charge.
- Collect your bank or credit card statement showing the charge.
- Note the exact date, amount (in CAD) and merchant name.
- Obtain your WPS Office or Kingsoft account email and any order confirmation.
- Contact Kingsoft Office support in writing via email.
- Clearly state that you request a refund and explain why (e.g., charged after cancellation, charged without consent).
- Attach screenshots of your cancellation confirmation and the disputed charge.
- Specify the amount, date and your preferred refund method.
- Expect a response within 5 to 10 business days.
- If Kingsoft approves the refund, they typically process it within 5 to 7 business days to your original payment method.
- If Kingsoft denies the refund, document their response and proceed to the next step.
Dispute the charge with your payment provider
- Contact your bank, credit card issuer or PayPal directly.
- Report the charge as unauthorised or as a billing error.
- Provide them with the transaction details and your cancellation confirmation.
- Initiate a chargeback or dispute process.
- Your financial institution will investigate and either reverse the charge or request additional documentation.
- This process typically takes 10 to 30 days.
- Your bank will credit your account if the dispute is upheld.
- In most cases, you recover the full disputed amount.
- Kingsoft may respond to the chargeback, so document all your evidence.
Escalate to provincial consumer protection authorities
If Kingsoft refuses to refund and your payment provider does not resolve the dispute, you can file a complaint with your provincial consumer protection office. In Ontario, contact the Ministry of Government and Consumer Services. In British Columbia, contact the Office of the Ombudsperson. In Alberta, contact Service Alberta. Provide copies of all communications with Kingsoft, your cancellation confirmation, the disputed charge and any payment provider correspondence. These agencies have authority to investigate and may compel refunds if they find a violation of consumer protection law.
Common mistakes to avoid when cancelling
Cancellation failures often stem from preventable oversights; below are the most frequent missteps and how to sidestep them.
Deleting the app without cancelling the subscription
Simply removing the WPS Office app from your device does not cancel your subscription. Kingsoft continues billing you monthly or annually until you explicitly cancel through the payment platform (Apple App Store, Google Play, or the Kingsoft account portal). Billing continues even if you never reopen the app. Before deleting the application, always cancel the subscription first.
Confusing free trial cancellation with paid subscription cancellation
If you activated a free trial, you must cancel before the trial period ends to avoid automatic conversion to a paid subscription. Trial cancellation and paid subscription cancellation follow the same steps, but the timing is critical. Yafee recommends setting a phone reminder three days before your trial ends so you do not miss the cancellation window.
Failing to document cancellation confirmation
Always capture a screenshot or written confirmation of your cancellation. This documentation becomes essential if Kingsoft charges you after cancellation or if you need to file a dispute. Confirmation proof protects you in refund requests and chargeback disputes. Store these confirmations in a folder or document for one year after cancellation.
Ignoring partial billing cycles and prorated refunds
If you cancel mid-billing cycle, you may not receive a full refund. Understand your refund eligibility under the CRTC 30-day rule and your specific subscription terms. Read your cancellation confirmation to confirm whether a refund is issued and its amount. Consequently, if you cancel on day 15 of a monthly cycle, expect a prorated refund for the unused 15 days, not a full month's refund.
After cancellation: transition steps and alternatives
Once you cancel WPS Office, transition your documents and establish your new productivity workflow.
Export and migrate your documents
Before your subscription ends, download or export all documents you created in WPS Office. WPS Office supports export to Microsoft Office formats (.docx, .xlsx, .pptx), PDF and other common formats. Use the "Export As" or "Save As" function within the application to save files locally. If you used WPS Cloud storage, download files through the online portal before the retention period expires. Yafee advises migrating documents as soon as you cancel to avoid data loss.
Compatible productivity alternatives
If you require a replacement for WPS Office, consider Microsoft 365 (full-featured, integrated with OneDrive), Google Workspace (free tier available, excellent collaboration), LibreOffice (free and open-source), or OnlyOffice (free and open-source with strong compatibility). Each alternative offers different strengths; evaluate your specific needs (mobile support, collaboration, offline access, cost) before committing to another subscription.
Checklist for successful cancellation
| Task |
Status |
| Identify your subscription plan and billing date |
Complete |
| Locate your most recent receipt or billing confirmation |
Complete |
| Log in to your payment platform (Apple, Google, Kingsoft account) |
Complete |
| Initiate cancellation through the correct platform |
Complete |
| Screenshot or download your cancellation confirmation |
Complete |
| Export and download all documents before subscription expires |
Complete |
Why yafee helps canadian consumers regain control of subscriptions
Cancelling Kingsoft Office-or any software subscription-should not require legal expertise or hours of investigation. Transparency in billing and straightforward cancellation are your consumer rights under Canadian law. Yafee has helped thousands of Canadian consumers identify recurring charges they did not authorise, cancel subscriptions they no longer need, and recover refunds for unwanted billing. Our platform consolidates cancellation methods, payment processor details, consumer protection timelines and refund procedures in one accessible resource.
If you encounter resistance from Kingsoft Office during cancellation, or if you are charged after cancellation, escalate your case to your provincial consumer protection authority. Document every interaction and maintain copies of all correspondence. Should you need additional guidance on consumer rights, contact the Competition Bureau (federal) or your provincial ombudsperson. Yafee stands ready to provide clarity whenever subscription billing becomes unclear.