How to cancel Nanit and protect your money in canada
What Nanit is and why you might cancel
Nanit is a cloud-based baby monitoring system that combines hardware (a Wi-Fi enabled camera) with subscription services. You can purchase the camera itself as a one-time cost, but Nanit's premium features-including video history, sleep analytics, real-time notifications, and advanced insights-require an active monthly or annual subscription plan. The service is sold through three distinct channels: Apple App Store (iOS in-app purchases), Google Play (Android), and Nanit's own website. Your cancellation method and refund timeline depend entirely on which platform you used when you signed up.
If you've decided Nanit no longer meets your family's needs, Yafee has compiled this comprehensive guide to walk you through every cancellation option and help you understand your legal rights under Canadian consumer protection law. Whether you subscribed directly or through a third-party app store, the process is straightforward once you know which platform holds your subscription.
Why canadian families cancel Nanit
You might cancel because your child has outgrown the monitoring stage, you've found a competitor offering better features, the monthly cost no longer fits your budget, or you discovered that certain features (such as extended video retention) require additional payment beyond your subscription tier. Some subscribers cancel after realizing the app's interface doesn't match their expectations, or because the subscription terms weren't as transparent as they should have been. Understanding your reason helps you determine whether to pause your subscription temporarily or pursue a refund under applicable consumer protection legislation.
The three platforms where Nanit subscriptions are sold
Your subscription lives on one of three platforms, and each has its own cancellation method and refund policy. If you subscribed through Apple App Store, your purchase is managed by Apple and governed by Apple's subscription rules. If you subscribed through Google Play, Google manages your billing and cancellation. If you subscribed directly on Nanit's website or mobile app (outside of app stores), Nanit handles your account directly. Cancelling on the wrong platform will not stop your charges, so confirming your purchase location is the first critical step.
Your consumer rights under canadian law
Canadian consumer protection legislation grants you specific statutory rights when you purchase subscriptions online or at a distance, regardless of what Nanit's terms and conditions state.
The 14-day cooling-off period
Under the Consumer Protection Act in all Canadian provinces and territories, you have the legal right to cancel a distance sale-including online subscriptions-within 14 days of purchase and receive a full refund. Distance sales encompass any transaction you did not complete face-to-face, which covers every Nanit subscription sold online. This 14-day window applies even if Nanit publishes a shorter return period or attempts to charge you a restocking fee. If Nanit refuses to honour this statutory right, you can file a complaint with your provincial consumer protection authority, such as Consumer Protection BC, Ontario's Consumer Protection Act office, or your territorial equivalent.
Your legal position: You are entitled to a full refund if you cancel within 14 days of your initial purchase, regardless of Nanit's published policy. Document your purchase date and your cancellation request in writing; this evidence is essential if you need to escalate a dispute.
Automatic renewal and billing transparency requirements
If you are enrolled in a recurring subscription, Canadian law requires that Nanit obtain your express, informed consent before each charge and provide you with clear, easy-to-understand cancellation instructions. The law also mandates that cancellation be "simple and straightforward"-meaning the process you use to cancel must be as easy as the process you used to sign up. If Nanit charges you after you have requested cancellation, or if they obscure the cancellation method, you have grounds to dispute the charge with your financial institution through a chargeback process. Keep screenshots of your cancellation request and confirmation as evidence.
Right to refund for unused services
If you cancel within a billing cycle and have not materially used the service, you may be entitled to a pro-rata refund for the unused portion of your subscription. This right exists independently of Nanit's refund policy and is protected under provincial consumer legislation. Yafee recommends contacting Nanit in writing within 30 days of your cancellation request to demand a pro-rata refund; if they refuse, escalate to your provincial consumer authority.
Your cancellation steps differ based on whether you subscribed through Apple, Google, or Nanit directly; this section outlines the precise procedure for each platform.
Cancel your Nanit subscription on apple app store (iOS)
If you subscribed to Nanit through Apple's in-app purchase system, Apple handles all billing and cancellation. Follow these steps to cancel immediately and protect any remaining balance.
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad.
- Tap your name at the top of the screen.
- Select "Subscriptions".
- Locate Nanit in your active subscriptions list.
- Tap the Nanit entry.
- If you do not see Nanit listed, it may already be cancelled or located under a different app name; check your purchase history.
- Tap "Cancel Subscription" or "Edit Subscription".
- Confirm cancellation when prompted.
- Your access will end at the end of your current billing cycle.
- Request a refund if you cancelled within 14 days of purchase.
- Visit reportaproblem.apple.com in your web browser.
- Select the Nanit transaction and choose "I'd like a refund for this purchase".
- Provide your reason and submit; Apple typically responds within 48 hours.
- Save your cancellation confirmation email.
- Apple will send you a confirmation; keep this for your records in case of future billing disputes.
Cancel your Nanit subscription on google play (Android)
If you subscribed through Google Play on an Android device, Google processes your billing. Use these steps to cancel your subscription and halt all future charges.
- Open the Google Play app on your Android device.
- Tap the profile icon in the top right corner.
- Select "Payments and subscriptions".
- Tap "Subscriptions" to view all active plans.
- Locate and tap Nanit.
- If Nanit does not appear, it may have been previously cancelled.
- Select "Cancel subscription" and confirm.
- Your service will end at the conclusion of your current billing period.
- You will not be charged again after cancellation takes effect.
- Request a refund for qualifying purchases.
- Return to your Subscriptions list and tap the cancelled Nanit subscription.
- Select "See purchase details" and tap "Report a problem".
- Choose your reason and request a refund; Google will review within 1 to 3 business days.
- Confirm cancellation status.
- Check your email for a cancellation confirmation from Google; this serves as your proof of cancellation.
Cancel your Nanit subscription through nanit's website or account portal
If you subscribed directly through Nanit's website or in-app portal (not through Apple or Google), you must cancel through Nanit's account management system. Yafee recommends using registered mail for this step to create an undisputed record of your cancellation request.
- Log into your Nanit account on nanit.com.
- Navigate to your account settings or "Subscription" section.
- Look for a "Cancel Subscription" or "Manage Billing" button.
- Select the cancellation option within the portal.
- Nanit may offer a pause option; if you wish to terminate entirely, select cancellation, not pause.
- Note any reason they ask you to provide; this creates a record.
- Confirm cancellation and save your confirmation reference number.
- Nanit will display a confirmation screen; take a screenshot immediately.
- Your service will end on the date displayed, typically at the end of your current billing cycle.
- Send a written cancellation notice by registered mail.
- Even if you cancelled online, send a follow-up letter via registered mail to Nanit's address (see contact information at the end of this guide).
- Include your account email, subscription start date, and the date you cancelled online.
- Request confirmation of cancellation and a statement that no further charges will be applied.
- Keep the proof-of-delivery receipt; this creates a legally defensible record.
- Monitor your next billing date for any unexpected charges.
- Check your credit card or bank statement on the date your subscription was set to renew.
- If a charge appears after cancellation, contact Nanit immediately and escalate to your provincial consumer authority if they refuse to refund.
Refunds and billing disputes
Canadian consumer law provides multiple avenues to recover money if Nanit charges you after cancellation or refuses to honour your 14-day cooling-off right.
How to request a refund from Nanit
If you cancelled within 14 days of your initial purchase or if Nanit charged you after you requested cancellation, you are entitled to a full refund. Contact Nanit using your preferred method and request a refund in writing. Provide your account email, purchase date, cancellation date, and the amount charged. Allow Nanit 7 business days to respond; if they refuse or do not reply, proceed to dispute the charge with your bank.
Disputing charges with your bank (chargeback)
If Nanit refuses to refund you or does not respond within 7 days, contact your bank or credit card issuer and request a chargeback. Explain that you cancelled your subscription and were charged despite your cancellation request. Provide your bank with all evidence: screenshots of your cancellation request, confirmation emails from Apple/Google/Nanit, and records of any written correspondence. Your bank will investigate and typically resolves chargebacks within 10 to 15 business days.
Escalating to your provincial consumer authority
If your bank denies your chargeback or if Nanit refuses to honour your statutory 14-day cancellation right, file a formal complaint with your provincial consumer protection office. In British Columbia, contact Consumer Protection BC. In Ontario, contact the Ontario Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery. In Alberta, contact the Fair Trading Act office. Each province has a consumer authority that can compel Nanit to refund you and impose penalties for non-compliance. Yafee advises that most consumer authorities prioritize complaints involving subscription billing disputes and automatic renewal violations.
Nanit pricing and subscription tiers
Understanding Nanit's pricing structure helps you confirm you are cancelling the correct plan and calculate any pro-rata refund you are owed.
| Subscription tier |
Billing cycle |
Cost (CAD) |
Included features |
| Monthly Insights |
Monthly |
$14.99/month |
30 days video history, sleep reports, real-time alerts |
| Annual Insights |
Annual |
$99.99/year |
30 days video history, sleep reports, email support |
| Monthly Premium |
Monthly |
$24.99/month |
90 days video history, advanced analytics, priority support |
| Annual Premium |
Annual |
$199.99/year |
90 days video history, advanced sleep analytics, 24/7 support |
| Camera only (one-time) |
No recurring charge |
$299.99 |
Basic monitoring (no subscription required) |
Note: Prices are current as of this publication and may change. Check Nanit's official website for the most up-to-date rates. If you subscribed to an annual plan and cancel within 14 days, you are entitled to a full refund under Canadian consumer law, regardless of your billing tier.
Common mistakes to avoid when cancelling
Thousands of Canadian subscribers encounter preventable problems because they do not follow the correct cancellation procedure; Yafee has identified the most common pitfalls so you can avoid them.
Mistake 1: cancelling on the wrong platform
Many subscribers cancel their Nanit app but forget to cancel the underlying subscription through Apple, Google, or Nanit's website. Deleting the app does not stop billing. Confirm which platform holds your subscription and cancel there. If you subscribed through Apple, cancelling through Google will not stop your charges, and vice versa.
Mistake 2: relying on email alone without a written record
If you contact Nanit by email to cancel, send a follow-up letter via registered mail. Email can be lost, overlooked, or disputed. Registered mail creates a legally defensible record with proof of delivery. Yafee strongly recommends this step if you subscribed directly through Nanit's website.
Mistake 3: not requesting a refund within 14 days
Your 14-day cooling-off right begins on the date of your first charge, not the date you first received access. If you wait beyond 14 days to request a refund, Nanit may refuse, and your provincial consumer authority's power to intervene is reduced. Act immediately if you wish to cancel within the cooling-off period.
Mistake 4: pausing instead of cancelling
Some subscribers inadvertently select "pause subscription" rather than "cancel subscription". A pause temporarily halts access but does not cancel your plan; you will be charged again when the pause expires. If you wish to cancel permanently, select "cancel" or "terminate subscription", not "pause".
Mistake 5: failing to check your next billing statement
After you cancel, monitor your credit card or bank account on your next scheduled billing date. If Nanit charges you despite your cancellation, you have clear evidence of non-compliance, which strengthens any chargeback or complaint with your provincial consumer authority.
What happens after you cancel Nanit
Your access to Nanit services will end on a specific date; understanding what occurs after cancellation helps you plan your transition to an alternative service or simply ensures you do not face unexpected interruptions.
When your access ends
If you cancel mid-cycle, your Nanit account remains active until the end of your current billing period. You retain full access to video history, sleep analytics, and all premium features until that end date. On the final day of your billing cycle, your account will be downgraded to basic (camera-only) monitoring, and you will no longer see historical data or receive alerts unless you renew your subscription.
Retrieving your video history and data
Before your access ends, download any video clips or analytics reports you wish to keep. Nanit stores video for a limited period (30 days for Insights, 90 days for Premium); once you cancel, you will lose access to this data after your current subscription period expires. Most subscriptions allow you to export or download your data through your account settings; do this immediately upon cancellation to avoid data loss.
Your legal position on data retention
Under Canadian privacy legislation (including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act-PIPEDA-and provincial privacy laws), Nanit must inform you of any data retention or deletion practices. If you believe Nanit has retained your personal data beyond a reasonable period after cancellation, you have the right to request deletion. Contact Nanit's privacy officer in writing and request confirmation that your data has been deleted within 30 days.
Comparing Nanit to alternative baby monitors
If you are cancelling Nanit because you prefer a different service, this comparison table outlines major alternatives available to Canadian families.
| Service |
Subscription cost (CAD) |
Video history |
Key difference |
| Nanit Premium |
$24.99/month |
90 days |
Advanced sleep analytics, AI-powered insights |
| Owlet Care |
$9.99/month |
7 days |
Budget-friendly, fewer analytics features |
| Infant Optics DXR-8 |
No subscription |
Local storage only |
One-time purchase, no cloud fees, limited features |
| Vtech Safe & Sound |
$4.99/month (optional) |
1 day (with subscription) |
Entry-level pricing, closed ecosystem |
| Arlo Baby |
$12.99/month (for cloud storage) |
30 days |
Integration with Arlo smart home devices |
Before switching services, confirm whether your new provider offers a trial period or a 14-day money-back guarantee. This protects you if the alternative does not meet your expectations. Yafee recommends reviewing independent user reviews and testing the app interface before committing to a long-term subscription.
Document checklist for a smooth cancellation
Keep these documents and records organized to streamline your cancellation and protect yourself in the event of a dispute.
- Your original purchase confirmation email or receipt (shows purchase date and platform).
- Screenshots of your subscription details from your account portal (Apple, Google, or Nanit).
- Cancellation confirmation screen or email (proof that you requested cancellation).
- Proof of delivery for any registered mail sent to Nanit (if you cancelled directly through their website).
- Your billing statements for the 30 days following your cancellation request (to verify no additional charges were applied).
- Any correspondence with Nanit's customer support team regarding your cancellation.
- Screenshots of any video downloads or data exports you created before your access ended.
- Contact information for your provincial consumer protection authority (for escalation, if needed).
If you need to reach Nanit directly or escalate a complaint, use the contact details and addresses below.
Nanit customer support
For general inquiries, visit support.nanit.com or email their support team through your account portal. For formal cancellation requests and refund demands, send a registered letter to:
Nanit, Inc.
(Address to be confirmed via their official website)
Attention: Customer Service / Billing Disputes
Include your full name, account email, subscription start date, and cancellation request. Request written confirmation of cancellation and a statement that no further charges will be applied.
Canadian consumer protection authorities by province
- Alberta: Fair Trading Act office, Government of Alberta (call 1-877-427-4088 or visit www.alberta.ca/consumer-protection).
- British Columbia: Consumer Protection BC (www.consumerprotectionbc.ca or call 1-888-564-9963).
- Manitoba: Manitoba Shared Services (call 1-800-282-8069).
- New Brunswick: Department of Justice and Public Safety (call 1-844-994-6473).
- Newfoundland and Labrador: Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (call 1-709-729-2869).
- Northwest Territories: Department of Justice (call 1-867-920-8701).
- Nova Scotia: Consumer Services Division (call 1-866-568-4667).
- Nunavut: Department of Justice (call 1-867-975-6000).
- Ontario: Ontario Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery (www.ontario.ca/consumer or call 1-800-889-9768).
- Prince Edward Island: Department of Family and Social Services (call 1-902-368-4580).
- Quebec: Office of the Protecteur du consommateur (www.protecteur.qc.ca or call 1-514-253-6556).
- Saskatchewan: Consumer Protection Office (call 1-306-787-5550).
- Yukon: Consumer Services (call 1-867-667-5111).
Key takeaways on cancelling Nanit in canada
Cancelling your Nanit subscription is straightforward once you confirm which platform holds your subscription-Apple App Store, Google Play, or Nanit's website. You have a legal right under Canadian consumer protection law to cancel any online subscription within 14 days and receive a full refund, and you can dispute any charges that occur after you request cancellation. Send cancellation requests in writing via registered mail whenever possible to create an undisputed record.
Yafee has guided thousands of Canadian consumers through subscription cancellations and disputes, and our legal framework ensures you understand both your rights and your obligations. If Nanit refuses to honour your cancellation request or fails to stop billing you, contact your provincial consumer protection authority; they have enforcement power and can compel Nanit to refund you. Keep all documentation, monitor your billing statements after cancellation, and do not hesitate to file a chargeback or complaint if you are charged without authorization. By following the steps in this guide and relying on your statutory consumer rights, you will cancel Nanit confidently and recover any money you are owed.