How to cancel Moz and protect your subscription rights in canada
Understanding Moz and why cancellation matters
Moz is an SEO software platform that enables marketers and business owners to track keyword rankings, analyse competitor backlinks, crawl website architecture, and manage local business listings across multiple directories. You can subscribe to Moz Pro (their core SEO toolkit) or Moz Local (their business listing syndication service) through Moz's website, Apple App Store, or Google Play. Both services operate on a recurring billing cycle, which means charges continue until you actively cancel.
If you're considering cancellation, your reasons are likely practical: you've migrated to a competitor tool, your SEO strategy has shifted, or your marketing budget requires reallocation. Yafee understands that subscription management can feel overwhelming, which is why we've created this step-by-step legal guide. Cancelling Moz before your next billing date is the only way to stop recurring charges and protect your account balance.
Common reasons to cancel Moz
You may cancel if the toolset no longer matches your workflow, your tracked keywords no longer align with business objectives, or the monthly or annual subscription fee exceeds your budget. Canadian consumer law does not require Moz to grant you a refund for cancellation, but it does require Moz to stop charging you immediately once you submit a valid cancellation request. Understanding the distinction between cancellation and refund eligibility is essential before you proceed.
Moz pro pricing in canadian dollars
| Plan |
Monthly billing |
Annual billing (per month) |
Key features |
| Starter |
$65.70 CAD |
$52.30 CAD |
1 user, 1 tracked site, 50 keywords tracked, 20,000 pages crawled monthly |
| Standard |
$132.70 CAD |
$105.90 CAD |
1 user, 3 tracked sites, 300 keywords tracked, 400,000 pages crawled monthly |
| Medium |
$240.00 CAD |
$191.60 CAD |
2 users, 10 tracked sites, 1,500 keywords tracked, 2 million pages crawled monthly |
| Large |
$401.00 CAD |
$320.30 CAD |
3 users, 25 tracked sites, 3,000 keywords tracked, 5 million pages crawled monthly |
These prices reflect current exchange rates and may fluctuate monthly. Before you cancel, log into your Moz account and confirm your exact renewal date and amount. If you notice discrepancies, contact Moz support to clarify your billing cycle.
Your consumer rights and what canadian law protects
Cancellation protection in Canada is governed primarily by the federal Consumer Protection Act and complementary provincial legislation in each province where you reside. These laws establish your right to cancel a subscription service and define the timeline and method Moz must honour your cancellation request.
Your legal position under canadian consumer law
Under the Consumer Protection Act (CPA), you have the right to cancel Moz at any time without penalty or cause, provided you follow the cancellation method that Moz specifies in its terms of service. Furthermore, once Moz receives your valid cancellation request, the company must stop all recurring charges at your next billing cycle. Moz cannot charge you again unless you voluntarily resubscribe. In addition, if you paid in advance for a monthly or annual plan and you cancel partway through, Canadian consumer law does not guarantee a pro-rata refund unless Moz's terms explicitly offer one. Nevertheless, you are entitled to cancel without financial penalty.
If Moz continues to charge you after you have submitted a cancellation request in writing, you can file a complaint with your provincial consumer protection authority. In Ontario, this is the Ontario Attorney General's Consumer Protection Bureau. In British Columbia, it is the Office of the Superintendent of Real Estate. Check your provincial government website to identify your local enforcement body.
Refund rights and timeline for your province
Refund eligibility depends on your province and Moz's refund policy, which you should locate in your account settings or terms of service. Most SaaS providers, including Moz, do not offer automatic refunds for cancellations unless you cancel within a specified trial period (typically 14 to 30 days of purchase). However, if Moz overcharged you, double-charged you, or continued charging after you cancelled, you may request a refund through your payment method or credit card issuer. Yafee recommends you retain all cancellation confirmations and billing statements for at least 12 months in case a dispute arises.
How to cancel Moz via your account dashboard
The fastest and most secure way to cancel Moz is through your online account dashboard. This method generates an immediate confirmation and creates a timestamped record that Moz received your request.
Step 1: log in to your Moz account
- Visit moz.com and click the "Sign In" button in the top right corner.
- Enter your email address and password.
- If you have two-factor authentication enabled, complete that step.
- Once logged in, navigate to your account profile or settings menu (usually located in the top right corner next to your username).
Step 2: locate your subscription and billing settings
- Select "Subscription" or "Billing" from the account menu.
- Review your current plan, renewal date, and payment method.
- Confirm the exact amount Moz will charge at your next renewal.
- If you notice any errors or unauthorised charges, take a screenshot before proceeding.
Step 3: submit your cancellation request
- Look for a "Cancel Subscription" or "Manage Plan" button on the billing page.
- Click that button and review any cancellation warnings or survey questions Moz may present.
- Confirm that you wish to cancel. Moz may offer a discount or discount code to retain you; decline this if you are certain about cancelling.
- Submit your cancellation request.
Step 4: obtain and store your cancellation confirmation
- Moz will display a confirmation message on your screen or send a confirmation email to your registered account email address.
- The confirmation should include a cancellation date, confirmation number, and a statement that your subscription will not renew.
- Save this email or take a screenshot of the on-screen confirmation.
- Forward the confirmation to a personal email account or print it for your records.
Alternative cancellation methods if you cannot access your account
If you have forgotten your password, cannot access your account, or prefer to cancel by mail, you have alternative options. However, email or in-app cancellation remains the fastest method.
Cancelling by email
- Locate the email address Moz uses for customer support by visiting their Help Centre or contact page (usually [email protected] or a similar format).
- Draft a cancellation email that includes your full name, registered email address, account username, and a clear statement: "I wish to cancel my Moz subscription effective immediately."
- Send the email from the same email address registered to your Moz account.
- Moz should respond within 2 to 5 business days with a cancellation confirmation.
- Save the confirmation email for your records.
Cancelling by registered mail (if required)
If Moz's terms of service specify that cancellations must be submitted by mail, or if email confirmation has failed after 10 business days, send a registered letter. This creates a legal record of delivery and protects you in case of a billing dispute.
- Obtain Moz's mailing address from their website contact or legal information page. (Moz is owned by Moz, Inc., headquartered in Seattle; Yafee recommends you confirm the Canadian office address or their formal legal address for service.)
- Write a cancellation letter on plain paper that includes:
- Your full name and address;
- Your registered Moz account email and username;
- Your account creation date (if known);
- A clear statement: "I hereby cancel my Moz subscription effective immediately. Please confirm this cancellation in writing and cease all recurring charges.";
- Your signature and today's date;
- A copy of your most recent Moz invoice (for reference).
- Place the letter in an envelope and take it to Canada Post.
- Request registered mail with return receipt (Raccomandata A/R equivalent in Canada is called "Registered Mail" with signature confirmation).
- Pay the additional registered mail fee (approximately $12 to $15 CAD depending on destination).
- Retain the registered mail receipt and tracking number.
- Once Moz signs for the letter, Canada Post will return the signed receipt to you. This proves Moz received your cancellation request on a specific date.
Cancelling via apple app store or google play
If you subscribed to Moz through Apple App Store or Google Play, you must cancel through that platform, not directly through Moz. App Store and Google Play manage your recurring billing independently.
- On iOS (Apple): Open the App Store, tap your profile icon, select "Subscriptions," find Moz, and tap "Cancel Subscription."
- On Android (Google Play): Open Google Play Store, tap your profile icon, select "Payments and Subscriptions," choose "Subscriptions," find Moz, and tap "Cancel Subscription."
- Follow the on-screen prompts and confirm cancellation.
- Apple and Google will send you a confirmation email. Save this email as proof.
- Verify in the App Store or Google Play interface that the subscription shows "Expired" or "Cancelled" within 24 hours.
What happens after you cancel Moz
Cancellation takes effect immediately, but you retain access to Moz Pro until the end of your current billing cycle. Understanding what happens next will help you avoid confusion and take steps to secure your data.
Your access timeline after cancellation
Once you cancel, you will lose access to Moz Pro on your renewal date, not immediately. This means if your next renewal is 15 days away, you can continue using Moz for those 15 days without interruption. On the renewal date, your account will be downgraded to a free tier (if available) or suspended. You will not be charged again after your cancellation request has been processed.
Exporting your data before access is lost
- Log into your Moz account immediately after cancellation.
- Navigate to your tracked keywords, campaigns, and reports.
- Use Moz's export function (usually a "Download" or "Export" button) to save your keyword rankings, backlink reports, and site crawl data to your computer.
- Export data in CSV or PDF format so you can import it into another SEO tool if needed.
- Take screenshots of your ranking history and important metrics for your records.
- Complete all exports before your renewal date to avoid losing access.
Monitoring your credit card or payment account
After cancellation, monitor your credit card or bank account statement for the next 30 to 60 days. Occasionally, subscription services process phantom charges after cancellation due to system errors or timing delays. If Moz charges you after your cancellation confirmation, contact your bank or credit card issuer immediately and request a chargeback. You have the right to dispute unauthorised charges under the Consumer Protection Act. Yafee recommends you file a complaint with your provincial consumer protection office in parallel to increase pressure on Moz to refund the erroneous charge.
Common cancellation mistakes and how to avoid them
Thousands of consumers inadvertently complicate their cancellation by overlooking a single step. The good news is that awareness prevents most of these pitfalls.
Mistake 1: cancelling through the wrong platform
If you subscribed via Apple App Store, cancelling through moz.com will not stop App Store charges. Conversely, if you subscribed directly through Moz, App Store cancellation will not affect your Moz.com subscription. Verify which platform you used by checking your most recent receipt. If you are unsure, cancel through both platforms to be safe.
Mistake 2: confusing cancellation with account deletion
Cancelling your subscription does not delete your Moz account or your data. You can reactivate your account and resume your subscription at any time. If you want to permanently delete your account and all associated data, contact Moz support separately and request account deletion. This is a distinct action from cancellation and may take 30 to 90 days to process.
Mistake 3: not retaining cancellation confirmation
Without a dated cancellation confirmation, you have no proof that Moz received your request if a billing dispute arises. Always retain your confirmation email, screenshot, or registered mail receipt for at least 12 months after the renewal date. Yafee recommends you create a folder on your computer or cloud storage for all subscription-related documents.
Mistake 4: cancelling immediately after renewal
If you cancel one day after Moz charges you for your next renewal, you cannot recover that charge through a simple cancellation. You must request a refund separately. In Canada, if you cancel within 14 days of a charge, some provincial consumer protection laws grant you a short refund window. Consult your provincial ministry of consumer affairs to confirm your refund rights, or contact Moz support to request a goodwill refund if you believe the charge was unexpected.
Refund eligibility and dispute resolution
Refund entitlement is governed by Moz's refund policy and your province's consumer protection law. Most SaaS companies do not offer refunds for voluntary cancellations, but exceptions exist.
Situations where you may qualify for a refund
| Scenario |
Refund likelihood |
Next step |
| You cancelled within 14 days of first purchase (trial period) |
High |
Contact Moz support; reference your province's consumer protection act |
| Moz charged you after you cancelled |
Very high |
Dispute the charge with your credit card company; file a consumer complaint |
| Moz double-charged you in one cycle |
Very high |
Email Moz billing support with invoice screenshots; request an immediate reversal |
| You cancelled mid-cycle after paying annually |
Low to medium |
Request a pro-rata refund; escalate to Moz management if denied |
How to request a refund from Moz
- Contact Moz support at [email protected] or through their Help Centre contact form.
- Explain the reason for your refund request (e.g., "I cancelled within 14 days and am entitled to a trial refund under Canadian consumer law" or "Moz charged me after I cancelled").
- Attach copies of your cancellation confirmation, invoice, and payment receipt.
- Request a response within 10 business days.
- If Moz denies your refund request, escalate your complaint to your provincial consumer protection authority and your credit card company.
Disputing charges through your bank or credit card
If Moz will not refund an unauthorised or duplicate charge, you can initiate a chargeback through your bank or credit card issuer. This process is free and protects your account.
- Contact your bank or credit card issuer by phone or online banking portal.
- Report the charge as unauthorised, duplicate, or made after cancellation.
- Provide your cancellation confirmation as evidence.
- Your bank will investigate within 10 to 30 days and reverse the charge if it finds in your favour.
- Document this dispute for your records in case Moz escalates.
Cancellation checklist and final verification
Before you consider your cancellation complete, work through this checklist to ensure Moz will not charge you again.
- I have logged into my Moz account and confirmed my renewal date and renewal amount.
- I have submitted a cancellation request through my account dashboard, email, or App Store.
- I have received a dated confirmation from Moz, Apple, or Google that my cancellation was received.
- I have saved the confirmation email or registered mail receipt.
- I have exported all my important data (keywords, rankings, reports) to my computer.
- I have verified that my Moz account now displays "Cancelled," "Inactive," or "Free Plan" status.
- I will monitor my credit card or bank account for the next 30 days to confirm no charges appear.
- I will contact my provincial consumer protection office if a charge appears after my cancellation date.
If you are cancelling Moz to switch to another platform, this table summarises common alternatives and their Canadian pricing to help you decide.
| SEO tool |
Starting price (CAD) |
Key differentiator |
Free trial |
| Semrush |
~$120/month |
Broader competitive intelligence; good for agencies |
7-day free trial |
| Ahrefs |
~$99/month |
Best backlink database; technical SEO depth |
7-day free trial |
| SE Ranking |
~$55/month |
Budget-friendly; local SEO tracking |
14-day free trial |
| Moz Pro |
$52.30/month (annual) |
Keyword tracking; local listings; educational resources |
30-day free trial (Moz Essentials) |
Each tool has distinct strengths. Before you cancel Moz, trial a competing platform with its free tier or trial period. This allows you to compare workflow, reporting, and ease of use without committing to a paid plan immediately.
If you experience difficulties cancelling Moz or if Moz does not honour your cancellation, use these contact channels to escalate your complaint.
Moz customer support
Email: [email protected] (response time: 2-5 business days)
Live chat: Available through moz.com/help during business hours (Pacific Time)
Mailing address: Moz, Inc., 520 3rd Street, Suite 201, Oakland, California 94607, USA. For Canadian legal matters, Yafee recommends you also reference Moz's Canadian office or legal representative if one is listed in your account terms.
Canadian consumer protection escalation
If Moz refuses to cancel your subscription or continues charging after you have submitted a cancellation request, file a complaint with your provincial consumer protection authority:
- Ontario: Consumer Protection Bureau (ontario.ca/consumer)
- British Columbia: Office of the Superintendent of Real Estate (bcconsumeprotection.ca)
- Alberta: Fair Trading Act (alberta.ca/consumer-protection)
- Quebec: Office of the Protecteur du consommateur (opc.gouv.qc.ca)
- Federal: Competition Act (Canada.ca/competition)
Provide your provincial authority with your cancellation confirmation, billing statements, and a detailed timeline of events. Your authority can initiate an investigation and compel Moz to comply with Canadian law.
Final summary and next steps
Cancelling Moz is a straightforward process when you follow the correct procedural steps and retain documentation. The fastest method is to cancel through your Moz account dashboard; the most secure method is registered mail if Moz's terms require it. Once you submit a valid cancellation request, Canadian consumer law ensures Moz stops charging you at your next renewal date. If Moz continues to charge after cancellation, you have the right to dispute those charges with your bank or credit card company and escalate a complaint to your provincial consumer protection authority.
Yafee has helped thousands of consumers navigate subscription cancellations by providing transparent legal guidance and actionable step-by-step processes. Whether you are cancelling Moz due to budget constraints, a shift in your SEO strategy, or a move to a competing tool, you now have the information and checklists you need to cancel confidently and protect yourself from unexpected charges. Yafee remains committed to clarifying your subscription rights under Canadian law and ensuring you take control of your recurring payments. For additional resources on subscription management, contract law, and consumer rights, visit yafee.com today.