How to cancel your Clickasnap subscription and protect your money
What is Clickasnap and why cancellation matters
Clickasnap is a photography sharing and monetisation platform that allows photographers to upload images and earn money each time someone views their work. You retain full ownership of your photographs while generating passive income through the platform's pay-per-view model. The service operates across multiple membership tiers, from a free account with limited uploads to premium plans that unlock higher earnings rates, ad-free browsing, unlimited uploads and marketplace selling capabilities.
Many photographers sign up with genuine enthusiasm, expecting steady earnings. In practice, however, you may discover that the pay-per-view model generates far less income than anticipated, or you may find that unexpected renewal charges appear on your billing statement without adequate warning. Others cancel due to account moderation decisions, unmet expectations or simply deciding to redirect their photography efforts elsewhere. Whatever your reason for leaving, you deserve a straightforward, legally compliant cancellation process backed by your consumer rights.
At Yafee, we specialise in helping you navigate subscription cancellations with precision and authority. This guide walks you through every step of cancelling your Clickasnap membership, explains your legal protections under Irish consumer law and shows you how to recover any money you are owed. Yafee has helped thousands of consumers cancel subscriptions safely and reclaim their rights.
Clickasnap membership tiers and costs
Before you decide to cancel, understanding your current plan and its renewal terms is essential. Your billing cycle and renewal date depend on whether you chose monthly or annual payment, and whether you subscribed directly through the Clickasnap website or via a third-party app store.
| Plan name |
Monthly cost |
Annual cost |
Key features |
| Free |
EUR 0.00 |
EUR 0.00 |
Limited uploads, community access |
| Upload+ |
EUR 3.50 |
EUR 19.99 |
Unlimited uploads, pay-per-view earnings |
| Focused |
EUR 5.99 |
EUR 39.99 |
Enhanced earnings rate, ad-free experience |
| Pro |
EUR 7.99 |
EUR 59.99 |
Highest earnings rate, marketplace access, priority support |
If you subscribed through Apple App Store or Google Play Store, your cancellation will follow a different process than cancelling through the Clickasnap website. You must cancel through the platform where you originally subscribed. Annual plans typically offer better per-month pricing but lock you into a longer commitment before renewal. Check your billing statement or account settings to confirm which plan you hold and when your next renewal date falls due.
Common reasons for cancelling
Real Clickasnap users report consistent patterns when they decide to leave. Many find that earnings from the pay-per-view model fall substantially short of expectations, making the subscription fee feel like poor value for money. Others describe frustration with auto-renewal charges appearing on their bank or card statement with insufficient renewal reminders beforehand. Some users raise concerns about image moderation decisions or content removal without clear explanation. A significant number simply lose interest over time or choose to focus their photography work on alternative platforms.
You have a legal right to cancel your subscription at any time, regardless of reason. Understanding your specific situation helps you decide whether to cancel immediately or wait until after your current billing period ends to avoid wasting prepaid fees.
Your consumer rights under irish law
As a consumer in Ireland purchasing digital services online, you are protected by comprehensive legislation that safeguards your right to cancel and obtain refunds. Understanding these protections gives you confidence and legal grounding when dealing with Clickasnap support.
The consumer rights act 2015 and your cooling-off period
The Consumer Rights Act 2015 establishes that when you purchase a digital subscription online, you have a statutory right to cancel your purchase and request a refund within 14 days of payment. This period is called the cooling-off period. However, this right has one critical limitation: once you have begun using the digital service substantially, you lose the right to a refund. In the case of Clickasnap, once you have uploaded multiple images or fully utilised the subscription, the cooling-off period typically ceases to apply.
After the 14-day cooling-off window closes, you can still cancel your subscription at any time. However, if you are in the middle of a billing cycle, you may be required to pay for the remainder of that period. Annual subscriptions, once the cooling-off period expires, may require you to wait until the renewal date approaches before cancellation becomes cost-neutral.
The distance consumer contracts regulations 2013
The Distance Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013 require that Clickasnap provides you with clear information about cancellation terms before you complete your purchase. The company must display cancellation procedures prominently in your account settings and in any confirmation emails sent to you. Furthermore, the regulations require that cancellation be as easy as the purchase process itself. If Clickasnap makes cancellation deliberately difficult or obscures the cancellation option, you have grounds to escalate a complaint to the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC), Ireland's primary consumer enforcement body.
Your legal position
You have the right to cancel your Clickasnap subscription without penalty at any time, provided you follow the company's stated cancellation procedure. If Clickasnap continues charging you after you have submitted a cancellation request, or if the company fails to provide a refund you are legally entitled to, you may file a complaint with the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission. The Commission has the authority to investigate breaches of consumer law and compel refunds. Yafee recommends that you retain copies of all cancellation confirmation emails and billing statements to support any future dispute.
How to cancel your Clickasnap subscription
Your cancellation method depends on whether you subscribed directly through Clickasnap's website or via a third-party app store. Follow the correct process for your subscription source to ensure cancellation is processed immediately.
Cancelling via the Clickasnap website
If you subscribed directly through Clickasnap.com and pay by credit card, debit card or PayPal, follow these steps to cancel your membership.
- Log into your Clickasnap account
- Visit www.clickasnap.com in your web browser.
- Enter your email address and password in the login fields.
- Click the "Sign in" button to access your account dashboard.
- Navigate to your account settings
- Look for your profile icon or name in the top right corner of the page.
- Click the dropdown menu and select "Account Settings" or "Settings".
- You will be taken to a page displaying your account information.
- Locate your membership or subscription section
- Within account settings, find the tab or section labelled "Membership", "Subscription" or "Billing".
- This section displays your current plan, renewal date and payment method.
- Select the cancellation option
- You should see a button or link labelled "Cancel Membership", "Cancel Subscription" or "Manage Plan".
- Click this option to initiate the cancellation process.
- Confirm cancellation details
- Clickasnap may display information about your current billing cycle and when your subscription ends.
- Review this information carefully to understand whether you will be charged again on your renewal date.
- Select "Confirm Cancellation" or equivalent button to complete the process.
- Save your confirmation
- Clickasnap will display a cancellation confirmation message on screen and send a confirmation email to your registered email address.
- Screenshot this confirmation page and save the confirmation email for your records.
- Your subscription will cease on your current renewal date or immediately, depending on Clickasnap's terms.
Cancelling via apple app store (iOS)
If you subscribed to Clickasnap through an iPhone, iPad or Mac using an Apple ID, you must cancel through Apple's App Store. You cannot cancel the subscription within the Clickasnap app itself.
- Open the Apple App Store app on your iOS or Mac device.
- Tap or click the profile icon in the top right corner.
- Select "Subscriptions" from the menu.
- Find "Clickasnap" in your active subscriptions list.
- Tap or click on Clickasnap to view subscription details.
- Select "Cancel Subscription" and follow Apple's confirmation steps.
- Apple will display a cancellation confirmation on screen and send an email confirmation to your Apple ID email address.
- Save this confirmation for your records.
Cancelling via google play store (Android)
If you subscribed to Clickasnap on an Android device, you must cancel through the Google Play Store app or website.
- Open the Google Play Store app on your Android device or visit play.google.com in a web browser.
- Tap or click the profile icon in the top right corner and select "Payments and subscriptions".
- Choose "Subscriptions" from the menu.
- Find "Clickasnap" in your list of active subscriptions.
- Tap or click on Clickasnap and select "Cancel Subscription".
- Google will ask you to confirm cancellation and may offer a retention discount.
- Complete the cancellation process by confirming your choice.
- Google will send a confirmation email to your Google account email address.
- Retain this confirmation email for your records.
Refunds and what to expect after cancellation
Understanding what happens to your money after you cancel is crucial for protecting your consumer position. The refund rules depend on your subscription type and whether you cancelled within the cooling-off period.
Refunds within the 14-day cooling-off period
If you cancel your Clickasnap subscription within 14 days of your initial purchase and have not substantially used the service, you are entitled to a full refund of your subscription fee under the Consumer Rights Act 2015. In the case of digital services like Clickasnap, "substantially used" typically means you have not uploaded a significant number of images or actively earned money through the platform. Submitting one or two test images does not disqualify you from a refund, but regularly uploading and monetising your photography collection would.
To claim a cooling-off refund, contact Clickasnap support and explicitly state that you are cancelling within the statutory 14-day period and wish to exercise your cooling-off right. Provide your order confirmation number and the date of purchase. Yafee recommends that you submit this request in writing via email so that you have a documented record. Clickasnap must process your refund within 14 days of receiving your cancellation notice, using your original payment method.
Refunds after the cooling-off period
Once the 14-day cooling-off window closes, you can still cancel your Clickasnap subscription without penalty. However, you generally will not receive a refund for the remainder of your billing period. If you cancel mid-cycle on a monthly subscription, you will typically retain access until the end of that calendar month, but Clickasnap will not refund your monthly fee.
If you hold an annual subscription and cancel before your 12-month period ends, most SaaS providers do not issue prorated refunds for unused months. To minimise wasted fees, cancellation timing matters significantly. If your annual renewal date is approaching within the next 30 days, you may choose to delay cancellation until after renewal, but this risks incurring an unwanted charge. Check your renewal date in your account settings before deciding.
Missing refunds and chargeback rights
If Clickasnap continues to charge you after you have submitted a cancellation request, you have the right to dispute the charge through your bank or card provider. This process is called a chargeback. Contact your bank or card issuer as soon as you notice an unwanted charge and explain that you cancelled the subscription. Provide your cancellation confirmation email as evidence. Your bank will open a dispute and, in most cases, will issue a provisional refund while the investigation proceeds.
Consequently, if Clickasnap refuses to acknowledge your cancellation or disputes your chargeback, you may escalate the matter to the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission. The CCPC has authority to investigate breaches of consumer law and can compel companies to issue refunds and pay compensation.
Common mistakes to avoid when cancelling
Cancelling your subscription is straightforward when you follow the correct procedure, but a few common pitfalls can derail your cancellation or leave you unprotected if disputes arise.
Deleting your app instead of cancelling your subscription
Many users mistakenly assume that deleting the Clickasnap app from their phone automatically cancels their subscription. This is incorrect. Deleting an app removes the application from your device but does not stop your billing. Clickasnap will continue charging you on your renewal date unless you formally cancel the subscription through account settings or through the app store where you subscribed.
Failing to save your cancellation confirmation
Always screenshot the on-screen cancellation confirmation and save the confirmation email from Clickasnap or your app store. If a dispute arises later, you need documented proof that you submitted a valid cancellation request. Without this evidence, your bank or the CCPC may find it difficult to support your case for a refund.
Cancelling through the wrong channel
If you subscribed via Apple App Store or Google Play, you must cancel through that same store. Contacting Clickasnap directly or cancelling within the Clickasnap website will not cancel your app store subscription. Conversely, if you subscribed directly through Clickasnap.com, do not waste time opening an Apple or Google support case. Always cancel where you originally subscribed.
Ignoring renewal date warnings
Clickasnap and your app store will send you renewal reminders before your subscription auto-renews. Read these emails carefully and note your renewal date. If you intend to cancel, do so before your renewal date to avoid incurring an unwanted charge. If you miss the deadline and are charged, contact Clickasnap support immediately to request a refund of the unwanted charge.
Protecting your account after cancellation
Once your subscription is cancelled, taking a few additional steps protects your account and preserves your downloaded photography.
Download your images before losing access
Some SaaS platforms restrict access to your content after cancellation. Before your subscription ends, download any photographs you want to keep to your computer or cloud storage. Check Clickasnap's terms to determine whether your images remain accessible after cancellation or if they are removed from the platform.
Update your payment method or remove your card
Once you have successfully cancelled, consider removing your payment method from your Clickasnap account. This adds an extra layer of protection against accidental re-subscription or unauthorised charges. Navigate to your account settings, find your payment method section and delete your stored card details.
Monitor your billing statements
For the next two to three months, review your bank and credit card statements closely to confirm that Clickasnap is no longer charging you. If you spot an unexpected charge after your cancellation date, contact your bank immediately to dispute it. Yafee recommends that you retain all cancellation documentation for at least 12 months in case a dispute arises later.
What to do if Clickasnap refuses to cancel
In rare cases, Clickasnap support may dispute your cancellation request or claim that no cancellation was submitted. If this occurs, you have legal remedies available to you.
Step one: formal complaint to Clickasnap
Send a formal written complaint to Clickasnap support via email, explicitly stating that you wish to cancel your subscription effective immediately. Include your account details, the date you first requested cancellation and copies of any cancellation confirmation emails. Request written acknowledgment of your cancellation within 5 business days. Keep a copy of this email for your records.
Step two: escalation to the competition and consumer protection commission
If Clickasnap does not respond to your complaint within 30 days, or if the company refuses to honour your cancellation, file a formal complaint with the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission. The CCPC is Ireland's statutory consumer enforcement authority and has the power to investigate breaches of the Consumer Rights Act 2015 and the Distance Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013. You can lodge a complaint online at www.ccpc.ie or by post.
In your complaint to the CCPC, include the following documentation: your original account confirmation email, screenshots of the cancellation request, your billing statement showing unwanted renewal charges and copies of any correspondence with Clickasnap support. The Commission will assess whether Clickasnap has breached consumer law and may compel the company to refund your money and pay compensation.
Summary and next steps
Cancelling your Clickasnap subscription is a straightforward process when you follow the correct procedure for your subscription source. Whether you subscribed directly through the Clickasnap website or via Apple App Store or Google Play, you have the right to cancel at any time under Irish consumer law. Save your cancellation confirmation, monitor your billing statement for unwanted charges and escalate to the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission if Clickasnap refuses to honour your cancellation request.
Yafee specialises in helping consumers navigate subscription cancellations, refunds and disputes with digital service providers. If you encounter resistance from Clickasnap or require guidance on your consumer rights, Yafee's contract law resources provide clear, legally grounded advice on every step of the process. Visit yafee.com today to access more guides on cancelling subscriptions safely and recovering your money. Yafee has helped thousands of Irish consumers cancel problematic subscriptions and reclaim their rights under consumer law.
If you need further support or wish to verify the current cancellation procedure, contact Clickasnap support directly or review the company's terms of service. Do not delay cancellation if you are certain you wish to leave the platform. The sooner you submit your cancellation request, the sooner you will stop incurring charges and regain control of your money.