How to cancel Magisto in canada and protect yourself from unwanted charges
What Magisto is and why you might cancel
Magisto is a cloud-based video editing platform that transforms raw video clips, photos, music, and text into polished short films using automated templates and editing tools. You upload your media, select a creative style, and Magisto handles the technical work-ideal if you want professional results without mastering complex software. The service operates on a freemium model: basic editing is free, but paid subscriptions unlock premium templates, remove watermarks, extend video length to 10 minutes, and expand export capabilities.
If you subscribed to Magisto and no longer need it-whether the service doesn't align with your workflow, you found a better alternative, or budget constraints tightened-you need a clear cancellation path. Yafee has helped thousands of Canadian consumers navigate subscription cancellations without losing money to surprise charges. This guide walks you through every platform Magisto operates on and protects your wallet along the way.
Common reasons canadians cancel Magisto
Many subscribers discover they don't use the editing tools frequently enough to justify the monthly fee. Others find free alternatives like DaVinci Resolve or CapCut that meet their needs equally well. A significant number forget about a free trial subscription before it converts to a paid plan and receive an unexpected charge. The good news: cancelling Magisto is straightforward once you identify which platform manages your subscription.
When to cancel before charges hit
If you're on a free 7-day trial, cancel before day 7 ends to prevent automatic conversion to a paid subscription. If you're already paying, cancel anytime during your current billing cycle to stop renewal at the end of that period-you retain access until your paid time runs out. Yafee recommends cancelling at least 3 days before your next billing date to allow time for processing and confirmation.
Magisto pricing in canada
Here's what Magisto costs Canadian subscribers across major payment platforms.
| Plan |
Price (CAD) |
Billing cycle |
Key features |
Best for |
| Free tier |
$0.00 |
Ongoing |
Basic editing, watermark on exports |
Budget-conscious creators |
| Monthly Premium |
$6.99 |
Monthly |
Premium styles, no watermark, 10-minute videos |
Short-term testing |
| Yearly Premium |
$27.99 |
Annual |
All monthly features, locked-in annual rate |
Regular users |
| Single movie download |
$0.99 |
One-time |
Download one edited video without subscription |
One-off projects |
If you're trialling Magisto, stay in the free tier after your trial ends rather than upgrading to Premium unless you're certain you'll edit regularly. This approach gives you time to reassess your needs without incurring recurring charges.
Your legal position under canadian consumer protection law
Your right to cancel Magisto depends on the legislation governing your province and the payment method you used.
Consumer protection act protections across canada
Canada's federal and provincial consumer protection frameworks give you specific rights. The Competition Act and the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) establish baseline protections across all provinces. Furthermore, each province-Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta, Quebec, and others-has its own Consumer Protection Act that addresses distance sales, automatic renewal, and billing disputes.
Under these laws, you have the right to cancel a subscription contract within a reasonable timeframe-typically 14 to 30 days depending on your province-without penalty for distance contracts (those made online or by telephone). If Magisto charged your payment method without clear prior consent, you can dispute the charge through your bank or credit card issuer. You are also protected against misleading advertising about trial periods and automatic renewal terms.
Your legal position
You have the right to cancel Magisto at any time during your billing cycle. Your subscription ends at the conclusion of your current paid period; you retain access until that date. If Magisto charges you after cancellation, you can dispute the transaction with your financial institution. If the company refuses to process your cancellation or fails to honor your request, you can escalate to the Competition Bureau of Canada or your provincial consumer protection authority. Yafee advises documenting all cancellation attempts in writing-email confirmation is sufficient proof.
Your cancellation method depends on where you purchased your subscription-directly from Magisto's website, through Apple's App Store, or via Google Play. Using the incorrect method will not stop your charges.
Cancel Magisto through the website
If you paid Magisto directly (not through an app store), follow these steps to cancel your subscription.
- Go to magisto.com and sign in with your email address and password.
- If you've forgotten your password, click "Forgot password?" and follow the email recovery instructions.
- Navigate to your Account Settings (usually found in the top-right menu or profile dropdown).
- Look for "Account type," "Subscription," or "Billing" sections.
- Select "Manage subscription" or "Billing information."
- You'll see your current plan, billing date, and renewal amount displayed here.
- Click "Cancel subscription" or "Downgrade to free" at the bottom of the page.
- Magisto may ask you why you're cancelling-this is optional feedback.
- Confirm your cancellation by clicking "Yes, cancel my subscription."
- Magisto sends an immediate confirmation email to your registered address.
- Save or screenshot the confirmation email for your records.
- This proof shows the cancellation date and time if a charge appears later.
Cancel Magisto through apple's app store
If you subscribed to Magisto via iPhone or iPad, Apple manages your billing. You must cancel through Apple, not Magisto directly, or your charges will continue.
- Open the Settings app on your iOS device.
- Do not open Magisto itself-this is a common mistake.
- Tap "iTunes & App Store" or "App Store & iTunes" (depending on your iOS version).
- Scroll down if you don't see this option immediately.
- Tap your Apple ID at the top of the screen.
- If prompted, sign in with your Apple ID password or Face/Touch ID.
- Tap "Subscriptions."
- This shows all active subscriptions tied to your Apple ID.
- Tap "Magisto" from the list.
- You'll see your plan, renewal date, and billing amount here.
- Tap "Cancel subscription" at the bottom of the screen.
- A confirmation message appears-read it to confirm the end date.
- Confirm the cancellation when prompted.
- Apple sends a confirmation email to your registered account address.
Cancel Magisto through google play
If you subscribed to Magisto via Android, Google Play manages your billing. Cancel through Google Play, not Magisto, or your subscription will renew.
- Open the Google Play app on your Android device (or visit play.google.com on a web browser).
- A web browser is often simpler if you have trouble navigating the app.
- Tap your profile icon in the top-right corner.
- Select "Payments and subscriptions."
- Tap "Subscriptions."
- This displays all active subscriptions on your account.
- Tap "Magisto" from the list.
- Review your renewal date and the amount Google will charge at renewal.
- Tap "Cancel subscription."
- Google Play asks you to confirm and may offer a retention discount-decline if you want to cancel.
- Confirm your cancellation.
- Google sends a confirmation email and your subscription ends at the current renewal date.
What happens after you cancel Magisto
Understanding the post-cancellation timeline protects you from confusion and unwanted charges.
Access and account status
After you cancel, you retain full access to Magisto until your current billing cycle ends. If you paid monthly on the 15th and cancel on the 20th, you can edit and export videos until the 15th of the following month. On that date, your access automatically downgrades to the free tier. You cannot export videos longer than the free tier allows (typically 30 seconds or less) unless you purchase a single download or resubscribe.
Checking cancellation confirmation
Within 24 hours of cancelling, look for a confirmation email from Magisto, Apple, or Google (depending on your payment method). This email states your cancellation date, your final billing date, and your end-of-access date. If you don't receive confirmation within 24 hours, check your spam folder. If it's not there, contact Magisto support directly or review your account settings again to verify the cancellation took effect.
Monitoring your payment method
After cancellation, monitor your credit card or bank account for the next 30 to 60 days. You should see no charge from Magisto after your final billing date. If an unexpected charge appears, contact your bank or card issuer immediately and reference your cancellation confirmation email. Request a refund and provide proof that you cancelled. Most financial institutions reverse unauthorized charges within 5 to 10 business days.
Refund eligibility and how to request one
Refund policies vary depending on whether you cancel before or after your billing date and which platform manages your subscription.
Direct website cancellations
If you cancel Magisto through magisto.com before your renewal date, you are not entitled to a refund for the current billing period-you've already paid for that time and retain access until it ends. However, if Magisto charged you in error (for example, after you cancelled), you can request a refund by contacting their support team with proof of cancellation. Yafee advises submitting your cancellation confirmation email and a clear explanation of the duplicate charge.
Apple app store refunds
Apple allows refunds within 14 days of purchase or renewal for "accidental" charges or subscriptions that didn't work as advertised. If Magisto charged you after you cancelled, request a refund directly from Apple. Open Settings, tap your Apple ID, select "iTunes & App Store," then tap your profile. Select "Purchase history" or "Subscriptions" and find the erroneous Magisto charge. Tap it and select "Report a problem." Describe the charge and request a refund. Apple processes refund requests within 5 to 10 business days.
Google play refunds
Google Play offers a 48-hour automatic refund window for subscription renewals. If Magisto charged you within the past 48 hours and you want to cancel, go to play.google.com, open Payments and Subscriptions, select Magisto, and tap "Cancel subscription." Google refunds the most recent charge immediately if it's within the window. For charges older than 48 hours, contact Google Play support directly and provide your order number and cancellation confirmation.
Common mistakes to avoid when cancelling
Cancelling a subscription sounds simple, but these frequent missteps cost Canadian consumers thousands each year in unwanted charges.
Deleting the app without cancelling the subscription
Your biggest risk: removing Magisto from your device does not cancel your subscription. Magisto continues charging your payment method every month regardless of whether the app is installed. You must actively cancel through the platform where you subscribed (website, Apple, or Google). Deleting the app only removes it from your phone-your billing relationship remains active until you formally cancel.
Cancelling in the wrong place
If you subscribed through Apple, cancelling on magisto.com won't stop your charges. Apple continues billing you because Magisto has no control over Apple subscriptions. Conversely, if you paid directly on the website, cancelling through Google Play has no effect. Always cancel where you subscribed. Check your confirmation email from when you first paid-it states which platform processes your billing.
Cancelling after your renewal date
If you cancel on the 20th and your renewal date is the 15th, Magisto has already charged you for the next month. You'll lose that money unless you request a refund immediately. Yafee recommends setting a phone reminder 5 days before your renewal date so you cancel before the charge posts. This gives you a full month of access and prevents accidental post-renewal cancellations.
Not saving your confirmation
If a dispute arises, your cancellation confirmation email is your only proof that you acted in good faith. Save it to a folder or print it. If Magisto disputes your claim that you cancelled, send your confirmation to your bank, credit card company, or provincial consumer authority. Without this proof, you have no documentation of your cancellation attempt.
If Magisto refuses to cancel or continues charging
If you've cancelled but Magisto charges you again, or if the company refuses to process your cancellation, escalate your complaint to the appropriate authority.
Step 1: contact Magisto directly
Send a written cancellation request to Magisto's registered office in New York. Use registered mail (if you're sending via postal service) and request a signature confirmation. State your account email, the date you attempted to cancel, and the reference number from your cancellation confirmation (if available). Request written confirmation that your subscription is cancelled and no further charges will occur. Keep a copy of this letter for your records.
Step 2: dispute the charge with your financial institution
If Magisto charges you after cancellation, contact your bank or credit card issuer within 30 days of the charge. Provide your cancellation confirmation, any correspondence with Magisto, and a clear explanation that you cancelled but were charged anyway. Your financial institution will investigate and typically reverse unauthorized charges within 5 to 10 business days. This action does not harm your credit score-disputing fraudulent or unauthorized charges is a protected right.
Step 3: escalate to the competition bureau of canada
If Magisto ignores your cancellation request and your bank won't help, file a complaint with the Competition Bureau of Canada (competitionbureau.gc.ca). The Competition Bureau investigates unfair business practices, including companies that continue billing after a customer cancels. You can also file complaints with your provincial consumer protection authority-for example, Consumer Protection Ontario or the British Columbia Consumer Protection Office. Provide copies of your cancellation confirmation, all correspondence with Magisto, bank statements showing the charges, and your written complaints.
Yafee has seen these escalations succeed: companies often reverse charges rather than face regulatory investigation. Your complaint becomes part of a public record, which pressures the company to honor cancellation requests.
How Magisto's cancellation process compares to similar services available in Canada.
| Platform |
Cancellation method |
Refund policy |
Ease of cancellation |
| Magisto |
Website, Apple, Google |
No refund for current period; refund for duplicate charges |
Moderate |
| Adobe Premiere Elements |
Adobe website or app |
14-day refund window on new subscriptions |
Easy |
| CapCut |
Free (no cancellation needed) |
N/A |
N/A |
| DaVinci Resolve |
Free (no cancellation needed) |
N/A |
N/A |
Your cancellation checklist
Before you finalize your cancellation, work through this checklist to ensure you don't miss a step.
- Identify where you subscribed: magisto.com, Apple App Store, or Google Play.
- Log into your account and navigate to Subscriptions or Billing settings.
- Review your renewal date and note the exact amount you're charged each month.
- Click "Cancel subscription" or "Downgrade to free" and confirm the action.
- Save or screenshot your cancellation confirmation (email or on-screen message).
- Monitor your payment method for the next 30 days to ensure no further charges.
- If a charge appears after cancellation, dispute it with your bank within 30 days.
Why canadian consumers trust yafee for subscription cancellation support
Navigating subscription cancellations can feel overwhelming, especially when companies make the process deliberately hard. Yafee has helped thousands of Canadian consumers cancel services without losing money to surprise charges, disputed billing disputes, and secured refunds when companies refused to honour cancellation requests.
Our team combines legal expertise in Canadian consumer protection law with practical step-by-step guidance that works in the real world. We ground every recommendation in federal and provincial legislation-the Competition Act, PIPEDA, provincial Consumer Protection Acts, and case law-so you understand not just how to cancel, but why you have the right to do so.
If you cancel Magisto and encounter resistance, contact your provincial consumer authority or file a complaint with the Competition Bureau. Yafee remains your trusted resource for understanding your rights and protecting your wallet throughout the cancellation process.
If you need to send a formal cancellation letter, use this address: Magisto, Inc., New York, USA. Send correspondence via registered mail with signature confirmation. This creates a documented record that Magisto received your cancellation request, which protects you in disputes with your bank or regulatory authorities.
In conclusion, cancelling Magisto takes fewer than 10 minutes once you identify the correct platform. Your legal rights under Canadian consumer protection law protect you from unwanted charges, and your financial institution backs you up if Magisto refuses to honor your cancellation. Follow the steps in this guide, save your confirmation, and monitor your payment method. If problems arise, escalate to the Competition Bureau of Canada immediately. Yafee is here to help you navigate every step of your subscription cancellation journey.