How to cancel Novoresume in canada and recover your fees
Understanding Novoresume and your reasons to cancel
Novoresume is a cloud-based resume and CV builder that lets you create professional application documents using pre-designed templates, inline editing tools, and export functionality. The platform operates on a freemium model: a free tier with core features, and premium subscription plans that unlock additional templates, multiple file formats (PDF, Word, plain text), and priority customer support.
Your decision to cancel may stem from several legitimate reasons. You may have completed your job search, found a competitor tool that better suits your workflow, discovered that the monthly or annual cost exceeds your budget, or encountered billing irregularities on your statement. Regardless of your motivation, understanding your cancellation options and your rights under Canadian consumer law will ensure a clean exit and potential recovery of unused subscription fees.
Yafee has assisted thousands of Canadian subscribers in navigating digital service cancellations, and we recognise that transparency and step-by-step guidance are essential when you're ready to leave a platform. This guide walks you through every aspect of cancelling your Novoresume account, protecting your data, understanding refund eligibility, and knowing where to escalate if the company resists your cancellation request.
Novoresume's free and premium plan structure
Novoresume's free plan offers basic resume templates and fundamental editing capabilities with no payment and no automatic renewal. You retain access to create and download your resume indefinitely at no cost. The Premium plan (available as a monthly or annual subscription) grants access to an expanded template library, export to multiple formats, custom fonts and colours, and priority email support. If you are currently on the free plan, you have no subscription to cancel. Cancellation applies only to paid Premium subscribers.
Should you cancel or pause your subscription?
Before initiating cancellation, pause and evaluate your situation. Do you anticipate needing resume-building tools within the next 6 to 12 months? Does Novoresume offer a pause or downgrade option that would defer charges without requiring cancellation? Have you checked whether you fall within a refund window, especially if you purchased an annual plan recently? These questions matter because cancelling a yearly subscription mid-contract may forfeit the entire prepaid amount unless you qualify for a refund under Canadian consumer protection law.
Novoresume subscription pricing in canada
Novoresume's pricing in Canadian dollars fluctuates based on promotional campaigns, seasonal discounts, and currency rates.
| Plan |
Billing cycle |
Typical cost (CAD) |
Renewal and cancellation |
| Free |
N/A |
$0 |
No renewal; no cancellation required |
| Premium (monthly) |
Every 30 days |
$10-15 per month |
Cancel anytime; stops at next renewal date |
| Premium (annual) |
Every 12 months |
$80-120 per year |
Cancel anytime; stops at annual renewal date |
Log into your Novoresume account dashboard to confirm your exact current charge amount, billing currency, renewal date, and payment method on file. Prices shown on the website may differ from what you pay if you received a promotional discount at signup.
Your consumer rights in canada when cancelling digital subscriptions
Canadian consumer law protects you when you cancel digital services, but the framework varies by province and differs from cancellation rights in other countries.
Federal and provincial consumer protection framework
Canada does not have a single, unified federal law that mandates automatic cancellation rights for all online subscriptions. However, each province enforces consumer protection legislation that establishes baseline rights for digital service subscribers. Key protections across Canadian provinces include the following:
- The right to clear, accessible, and straightforward cancellation mechanisms (no hidden steps or obfuscated links)
- Protection against misleading or deceptive billing practices, including hidden renewal charges
- The right to receive a refund if the service fails to meet the terms under which it was sold
- Chargeback rights through your credit card issuer if charges are unauthorised or misrepresented
- The right to dispute charges within a set timeframe (typically 60 to 120 days after the charge appears on your statement)
If Novoresume declines to cancel your account or refuses a refund claim, you may escalate to your provincial consumer protection office. Ontario's Consumer Protection Act and similar legislation in British Columbia, Alberta, and other provinces provide recourse routes if the company fails to comply with cancellation requests or billing transparency requirements.
Your legal position when requesting cancellation
You hold the legal right to cancel any subscription at any time, provided you follow the cancellation method specified in Novoresume's terms of service. Once you initiate cancellation through the proper channel (email, account settings, or registered mail if required), Novoresume must honour your request within a reasonable timeframe, typically 5 to 10 business days. If the company continues to charge your payment method after you submit a cancellation request, that constitutes an unauthorised charge, and you may dispute it with your bank or credit card issuer under the Payment Card Industry (PCI) standards and your card issuer's chargeback policy. Yafee advises that you retain all cancellation confirmation emails or screenshots as evidence if you need to escalate a dispute.
How to cancel your Novoresume subscription in canada
Novoresume provides multiple cancellation methods; email is the most reliable and creates a documented record of your request.
Step 1: log into your Novoresume account and locate your subscription details
Open your web browser and navigate to Novoresume's login page. Enter your email address and password to access your account dashboard. Once logged in, look for a "Settings," "Billing," "Account," or "Subscription" menu (typically in the top right corner or in a side navigation panel). Click into that section to view your current plan, renewal date, and payment method. Take a screenshot of this page for your records.
Step 2: identify the correct cancellation method and channel
Novoresume's terms of service specify how to cancel. The platform typically accepts cancellation requests via email to its support address. Yafee recommends checking your account settings first for an in-app "Cancel subscription" button. If no such button exists, prepare an email to support. Note your account email address, full name, and subscription start date so you can provide these details in your cancellation request.
Step 3: send your cancellation request via email
- Compose a new email message to Novoresume support ([email protected] or the address provided in your account settings).
- Subject line: "Subscription Cancellation Request - [Your Email Address]"
- Body: State clearly and concisely that you wish to cancel your Premium subscription effective immediately. Include your full name, registered email address, and the date you wish the cancellation to take effect.
- Example: "I request immediate cancellation of my Novoresume Premium subscription, effective today. My account email is [your email], and I have been a subscriber since [month/year]. Please confirm receipt of this cancellation request and provide a cancellation confirmation number."
- Send the email from the address registered with Novoresume. This confirms your identity and prevents the company from claiming they cannot process the request.
- Retain a copy of your sent email and note the exact time and date you sent it.
Step 4: await cancellation confirmation
Novoresume should respond within 5 to 10 business days with a confirmation email stating that your subscription has been cancelled. This confirmation typically includes a cancellation date, a confirmation number, and details about your final billing. If your subscription was set to renew on, for example, 15 March, and you cancel on 1 March, your cancellation will take effect at the end of the current billing cycle (15 March), not immediately, unless Novoresume offers immediate cancellation.
Step 5: verify the cancellation in your account
Log back into your Novoresume account within 24 to 48 hours after sending your cancellation email. Check your subscription status in the billing or account settings section. It should now display "Cancelled," "Inactive," or "Expires on [date]" rather than "Active" or "Renews on [date]." Screenshot this confirmation for your records.
Step 6: confirm that your payment method is no longer charged
Review your credit card or bank statement for the next 30 to 60 days. Verify that no charges from Novoresume appear after your cancellation date. If an unexpected charge appears after the cancellation period, contact your bank or credit card company immediately to dispute the charge and request a refund. Provide your cancellation email and confirmation as supporting evidence.
Refunds and recovering unused subscription fees
Whether Novoresume will refund unused portions of your subscription depends on the timing of your cancellation, the length of your billing cycle, and the company's refund policy.
Monthly subscriptions and prorated refunds
If you cancel a monthly subscription, you typically forfeit the remainder of that month's fee; the cancellation takes effect at the end of the billing period. However, if you cancel within 14 days of your initial purchase (a standard "cooling-off" period under Canadian consumer law), you may be entitled to a full refund. Contact Novoresume's support team and cite the applicable provincial consumer protection legislation (for example, Ontario's Consumer Protection Act, Section 39 regarding cooling-off periods for distance contracts) if your cancellation falls within this window.
Annual subscriptions and mid-contract refunds
Cancelling an annual subscription before the full 12 months elapse is more complex. Most SaaS providers, including Novoresume, do not offer prorated refunds for annual plans; you forfeit the entire prepaid amount. However, Canadian consumer law provides exceptions if the service was not delivered as promised or if you fall within a statutory refund period. If you purchased your annual subscription fewer than 14 days ago and have not benefited materially from the service, submit a refund request citing the cooling-off period. If you purchased it more than 14 days ago, request a refund only if Novoresume failed to provide core features advertised at the time of sale.
How to request a refund from Novoresume
- Send a separate email to [email protected] with the subject "Refund Request - [Your Email Address]."
- Explain the reason for your refund request. If within 14 days of purchase, cite the cooling-off period. If the service did not match its description, provide specific examples.
- Include a copy of your original invoice or receipt (download this from your account settings if available).
- Request a specific refund amount (the full annual fee, or the prorated amount for months not used).
- Set a reasonable deadline for the company's response: "I request a response to this refund request within 10 business days."
- Send the email from your registered account email address.
Novoresume will either approve the refund and process it within 5 to 10 business days, or it will decline and provide a reason. If declined and you believe your refund claim is valid under consumer law, escalate to your provincial consumer protection office (see the Escalation and Dispute Resolution section below).
Protecting your data before and after cancellation
Cancelling your subscription does not automatically delete your resume or personal data from Novoresume's servers.
Download and back up your resume before cancellation
Log into your account and export your resume in all formats available to you (PDF, Word, plain text). Save these files to your computer or cloud storage. This step ensures that even if Novoresume's systems experience a malfunction or the company goes offline, you retain a complete copy of your work.
Request data deletion after cancellation
After your subscription is cancelled, send a follow-up email to Novoresume requesting that your personal data (name, email, phone, resume content, and any other information stored in your account) be permanently deleted from their systems. Reference Canada's federal privacy legislation, the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), which grants you the right to request deletion of your personal information. The company must comply with data deletion requests within 30 days. Retain a copy of this deletion request email.
Common mistakes to avoid when cancelling Novoresume
Cancelling subscriptions can feel straightforward, but overlooking a single detail may leave you vulnerable to unexpected charges or prolonged service access.
Mistake 1: assuming cancellation is automatic after you stop using the service
Stopping your use of Novoresume does not cancel your subscription. Your payment method will continue to be charged on your renewal date unless you formally request cancellation. Inactivity is never interpreted by the company as a cancellation signal. Always submit an explicit cancellation request in writing (via email or in-app).
Mistake 2: cancelling through a third-party payment processor instead of Novoresume directly
If you signed up for Novoresume through Apple App Store, Google Play, PayPal, or another payment intermediary, cancelling through that platform may not notify Novoresume of your intent. Always cancel directly through Novoresume's account settings or support email to ensure the company receives your request and updates its records.
Mistake 3: failing to retain cancellation confirmation
Do not delete your cancellation confirmation email immediately. Retain it for at least 6 months. If a disputed charge appears on your statement later, you will need this email as proof that you requested cancellation. Yafee strongly recommends screenshotting both your cancellation request and the company's confirmation response.
Mistake 4: not checking your statement after the cancellation date
A small percentage of subscription cancellations fail due to technical glitches or human error on the provider's side. If a charge appears on your statement after your cancellation date, contact your bank or credit card company within 60 days to dispute the charge. Do not assume the charge will be automatically reversed.
Mistake 5: cancelling your account instead of downgrading
If you think you might return to Novoresume in the future, consider downgrading to the free plan instead of cancelling entirely. This preserves your account history and resume drafts without incurring charges. Contact Novoresume support to ask about downgrading if the account settings do not offer a visible downgrade option.
What happens after your Novoresume subscription is cancelled
Understanding what occurs in the days and weeks following your cancellation prevents confusion and ensures a smooth transition.
Access to premium features and your account
Once your subscription expires (at the end of your current billing period), your account reverts to the free plan. You will lose access to premium templates, export to Word and other formats, and priority support. However, you retain access to your basic resume drafts and can continue to use the free tier indefinitely. Your resume data remains on Novoresume's servers unless you request deletion.
Refund timeline and payment reversal
If Novoresume approves a refund, the company will process it within 5 to 10 business days. The refund then travels through the payment network (Visa, Mastercard, or your bank) and typically appears in your account within an additional 3 to 5 business days, depending on your financial institution. Some banks take up to 10 business days to post refunds, so allow up to 3 weeks from the company's approval date to see the credit on your statement.
Renewal reminders and follow-up communication
Novoresume may send you promotional emails encouraging you to reactivate your subscription. You may unsubscribe from these emails by clicking the "Unsubscribe" link in any message, or by updating your communication preferences in your account settings. Promotional emails do not constitute a charge and do not re-activate your subscription.
If Novoresume refuses to cancel your account, declines your refund request, or continues to charge you after cancellation, escalate your complaint to the appropriate regulatory body.
Escalation steps if Novoresume refuses cancellation
- Send a formal complaint email to Novoresume's support address, referencing your original cancellation request and requesting written explanation of the refusal within 10 business days.
- Contact your credit card issuer or bank. File a dispute (chargeback) for any charges that appear after your cancellation date. Provide your cancellation email and confirmation as supporting evidence.
- File a complaint with your provincial consumer protection office. For example, Ontario residents contact Consumer Protection Ontario; British Columbia residents contact the Consumer Protection BC office. Each province maintains a consumer complaint registry and can compel businesses to respond to formal complaints.
- If the amount is small (under $25,000 in most provinces), file a claim in small claims court in your jurisdiction. Yafee advises documenting every communication with Novoresume, as this evidence strengthens your case.
Relevant consumer protection contacts by province
| Province |
Authority |
Jurisdiction |
| Ontario |
Consumer Protection Ontario (CPO) |
Enforces Consumer Protection Act; investigates unfair billing and refuses cancellation |
| British Columbia |
Consumer Protection BC |
Handles disputes over digital services and subscription renewals |
| Alberta |
Alberta Consumer Protection Office |
Fair Trading Act governs digital subscriptions and refunds |
| Quebec |
Office of the Ombudsman (Quebec) |
Protects consumers under Bill 64 (digital service amendments) |
Deciding whether to cancel: a comparison of alternatives
Before you finalize cancellation, consider whether an alternative action might better serve your needs.
| Option |
Cost implication |
Pros |
Cons |
| Cancel immediately |
No future charges; possible refund if within 14 days |
Cleanest break; no ongoing obligations |
May forfeit annual prepayment if outside cooling-off period |
| Downgrade to free plan |
$0 per month |
Preserves account; retains resume drafts; no charges |
Requires account management; may receive marketing emails |
| Pause subscription (if available) |
$0 for pause duration |
Maintains active account; resumes when you reactivate |
Not all providers offer this; pause duration may be limited |
| Wait until contract end |
Charges continue |
No mid-contract penalty |
Longer financial commitment; risk of forgetting to cancel |
Use the following contact details and address when submitting your cancellation request or escalating disputes.
Email cancellation
Send your cancellation request to [email protected]. Include your full name, registered account email address, and your subscription start date. Request a confirmation response within 5 to 10 business days.
Mailing address for registered mail (if email fails)
If email cancellation does not receive a response within 10 business days, send a cancellation letter via registered mail with return receipt (raccomandata A/R in Canada Post terminology) to the following address:
Novoresume
Nørregade 21
1165 Copenhagen K
Denmark
Include the same information as your email (name, registered account email, subscription start date, and a statement requesting immediate cancellation). Mark the envelope "Cancellation Request" and retain your Canada Post receipt as proof of delivery. Novoresume must respond within 15 business days of receiving registered mail.
Chargeback contact information
If Novoresume continues to charge you after cancellation, contact your bank or credit card company. Most institutions accept chargeback disputes via phone, secure online portal, or in-branch visit. Provide your cancellation email and the disputed charges as evidence. The chargeback process typically takes 30 to 60 days, and the credit appears in your account once the bank rules in your favour.
Summary and next steps
Cancelling your Novoresume subscription in Canada is a straightforward process when you follow the correct procedure and understand your consumer rights. Begin by logging into your account and locating your subscription details. Send a clear, documented cancellation request via email to [email protected], including your name, registered email, and subscription details. Expect a confirmation within 5 to 10 business days. If you qualify for a refund (within 14 days of purchase, or if the service was misrepresented), submit a separate refund request with supporting evidence. Download and back up your resume before your subscription expires, then verify that no charges appear on your statement after the cancellation date. If Novoresume refuses to cancel or continues to charge you, escalate to your provincial consumer protection authority.
Yafee recognises that subscription management can feel overwhelming, but having a clear roadmap transforms the process into manageable, logical steps. Every Canadian consumer holds rights under provincial consumer protection legislation-including the right to transparent cancellation mechanisms and fair billing practices. If you need guidance on any other digital subscriptions or service cancellations, Yafee has helped thousands of Canadian consumers navigate these situations successfully. Take action today, retain your documentation, and ensure that Novoresume honours your cancellation promptly and completely.