How to cancel your Storyboard That subscription: irish consumer rights and step-by-step guide
What Storyboard That is and why you might want to cancel
Storyboard That is a web-based visual storytelling platform used by teachers, students, and professionals to create storyboards, lesson plans, and creative projects. The service operates a freemium model, offering a free tier with basic features alongside paid subscriptions that unlock premium templates, unlimited storyboards, downloadable exports, and classroom management tools. Whether you subscribed for educational purposes, personal creative work, or business collaboration, you retain the right to cancel at any time under Irish consumer law. Understanding your subscription plan and the cancellation process ensures you maintain control over your account and billing.
Understanding Storyboard that's subscription plans
Storyboard That offers three primary account categories: individual premium plans for personal users, education edition subscriptions for schools and teachers, and business plans for teams and organisations. Individual users typically pay monthly or annual rates, while education and business customers often negotiate custom pricing based on student count, teacher allocation, or team size. The plan type you hold directly affects your cancellation options and any refund entitlements you may have. Identifying your plan before you initiate cancellation allows you to contact the correct department and reference the relevant terms of service. Yafee recommends you check your subscription confirmation email or account dashboard to establish which plan applies to you.
Common reasons to cancel your subscription
You might cancel because your project or academic term has ended, you have found a more affordable alternative, you no longer require premium features, or your school or organisation has migrated to a different platform. Budget constraints, curriculum changes, or a shift to free tools are all legitimate grounds. Whatever your reason, Irish consumer law protects your right to cancel, and Yafee is here to guide you through every step without unnecessary delay or financial surprise.
Your consumer rights when cancelling Storyboard That
As an Irish consumer purchasing digital services, you are protected by the Consumer Rights Act 2022 and complementary EU and Irish consumer protection legislation. These rights apply to all digital subscriptions, including Storyboard That, regardless of the company's location.
What the consumer rights act 2022 guarantees you
Under Irish law, you have the statutory right to cancel a digital subscription within 14 calendar days of purchase, provided you have not fully downloaded or used the service. This is called the "cooling-off period". After this 14-day window expires, your cancellation rights depend on the contract terms and cancellation policy Storyboard That has published. If their terms do not clearly specify a cancellation or refund policy, you retain the right to cancel on reasonable notice, though you may forfeit a refund for time already consumed. Yafee advises you to retrieve your original subscription agreement or visit Storyboard That's terms of service page before you submit a cancellation request, so you understand what financial outcome to expect.
Your legal position
You may cancel within 14 days with a full refund if you have not substantially used the service. After 14 days, cancellation remains your right, but refund eligibility depends on Storyboard That's published terms. If those terms are absent or unclear, they may be ruled unfair under the Consumer Rights Act 2022, and you may be entitled to a partial or full refund. The burden of proof that you accepted the terms rests with Storyboard That, not you.
How to escalate if Storyboard That refuses to cancel
If Storyboard That declines your cancellation request, withholds a refund you believe you are entitled to, or fails to respond within a reasonable timeframe, you can lodge a formal complaint with the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC), Ireland's consumer authority. The CCPC investigates unfair contract terms, misleading pricing, and breaches of consumer protection law. You can file a complaint online at ccpc.ie or contact them by post or telephone. Retain copies of all communications with Storyboard That, your order confirmation, your cancellation request, and any refund decision letters, as this documentation strengthens your case. The CCPC can compel Storyboard That to comply with Irish law or face enforcement action.
How to cancel your Storyboard That subscription
Storyboard That does not offer automated self-service cancellation through a dashboard or account settings panel. Instead, you must contact their support team directly via email or telephone to initiate cancellation. This method is straightforward once you gather the correct contact details and prepare the necessary account information.
Step 1: prepare your account details and cancellation request
Before you contact Storyboard That, gather the following information to expedite your request:
- Your full name as registered on the account
- Your email address associated with the subscription
- Your account username or account ID (if available)
- Your subscription plan type (individual, education, or business)
- Your billing email address
- The date you wish the cancellation to take effect
Write a clear, concise cancellation email that includes all these details. State your intention to cancel your subscription and, if relevant, your reason for cancellation. Clarity and completeness reduce the risk of miscommunication and help Storyboard That process your request efficiently.
Step 2: submit your cancellation request by email
Email is the recommended method for cancellation because it creates a permanent written record of your request and the date you sent it. This documentation is invaluable if a dispute arises later. Compose a professional email to [email protected] and include the following:
- Subject line: "Subscription Cancellation Request for [Your Name] - [Account Email]"
- Body: State your full name, account email, and subscription plan.
- Cancellation request: Clearly write, "I hereby request cancellation of my Storyboard That subscription effective [date]."
- Account details: Include all information you gathered in Step 1.
- Request for confirmation: Ask them to confirm cancellation in writing and provide the date the subscription will terminate.
Send the email from the same email address registered to your Storyboard That account. This prevents verification delays and ensures prompt processing.
Step 3: contact Storyboard That by telephone if required
If you prefer to cancel by telephone or require immediate confirmation, you can call Storyboard That's support team at +1-617-607-4259 during US Eastern working hours (09:00 to 17:00 Monday to Friday). Be aware that this number operates on US Eastern Time, so you may need to adjust for Irish Standard Time or Irish Standard Time plus one hour depending on the season. Have your account details to hand before you call, and request the support agent provide a reference number and confirmation of the cancellation date. After the call, send a follow-up email to [email protected] referencing the call and asking them to confirm the cancellation in writing.
Step 4: confirm cancellation and check your final bill
Storyboard That should send you a cancellation confirmation email within 48 hours of your request. This email should specify the exact date your subscription will terminate and confirm whether any refund will be issued. Verify the cancellation date matches your request. If your cancellation effective date falls mid-billing cycle, check whether Storyboard That will prorate your final invoice or issue a credit. Yafee recommends you check your payment method or bank account in the days following the scheduled cancellation date to confirm no further charges occur.
Storyboard That pricing and plan comparison
Understanding Storyboard That's pricing structure helps you assess whether to cancel or downgrade to a lower-cost tier.
| Plan type |
Billing frequency |
Approximate cost |
Key features |
Best for |
| Free tier |
N/A |
€0 |
Basic storyboards, limited templates, watermarks |
Casual users, trial purposes |
| Individual premium |
Monthly |
€12-15 |
Unlimited storyboards, premium templates, downloads |
Students, personal projects |
| Individual premium |
Annual |
€100-120 |
Unlimited storyboards, premium templates, downloads, 20% savings vs monthly |
Long-term individual users |
| Education edition |
Annual |
Custom (typically €300-600 per classroom license) |
Classroom management, teacher dashboard, student accounts, bulk exports |
Schools and teachers |
| Business plans |
Annual |
Custom (negotiated per team size) |
Team collaboration, advanced admin controls, priority support |
Organisations and teams |
If you find the current plan unaffordable, consider downgrading to the free tier rather than cancelling entirely. This preserves your account and past work while eliminating monthly charges. Contact Storyboard That to request a downgrade, and Yafee advises they may process this more quickly than a full cancellation.
Refunds and billing after cancellation
Your entitlement to a refund depends on the point in your subscription cycle at which you cancel and the contract terms Storyboard That has published.
When you are entitled to a refund
You may receive a full refund if you cancel within 14 days of your initial purchase and have not substantially used the service. If you cancel after 14 days, refund eligibility depends on Storyboard That's cancellation policy. Some providers offer pro-rata refunds for unused time in the current billing period, while others do not issue refunds for time already elapsed. Check your subscription agreement or contact Storyboard That's support team to confirm their refund policy before you cancel. Yafee emphasises that absence of a clear refund policy in the terms does not mean you have no rights; it may indicate the terms are unfair and unenforceable under Irish consumer law.
How refunds are processed
If you are entitled to a refund, Storyboard That typically credits it to your original payment method (credit card, debit card, or PayPal account) within 5 to 10 business days. Check your bank or payment provider's transaction history to confirm the refund has been received. If you do not see the refund within 14 business days of cancellation, contact Storyboard That's support team with your cancellation confirmation email and payment details, and request a status update. Retain all correspondence until the refund appears in your account.
Avoiding unwanted charges after cancellation
After you cancel, verify that Storyboard That stops charging your payment method from the agreed cancellation date onwards. Check your next scheduled billing date on your subscription confirmation before you cancel, and mark your calendar. If a charge appears after the cancellation date, contact your bank or payment provider immediately to dispute it as an unauthorised transaction. Simultaneously, contact Storyboard That with evidence of your cancellation request, and request a reversal of the charge. Yafee recommends you update or remove your payment method from your Storyboard That account after cancellation to prevent accidental future charges.
What happens to your account after cancellation
Understanding what occurs to your account, data, and creative work after cancellation allows you to plan your next steps without losing valuable content.
Access to your storyboards and content
After your subscription expires, your ability to access and edit storyboards depends on your plan type and Storyboard That's post-cancellation policy. Individual premium users typically lose access to premium features and new storyboard creation but may retain read-only access to existing storyboards for a limited period (often 30 to 90 days). Education and business accounts may have different retention policies. Before you cancel, download or export all storyboards and materials you wish to keep in PDF, image, or other formats. Storyboard That's export function is usually available on the storyboard detail page. If you are unsure how to export your work, contact [email protected] or consult their help documentation.
Account deletion and data retention
Cancellation of your subscription does not automatically delete your account or personal data. Your account may remain dormant, and Storyboard That may retain your data according to their privacy policy and applicable data protection law (including the General Data Protection Regulation). If you wish to delete your account entirely, send a separate request to [email protected] requesting account deletion and data removal. Reference your cancellation confirmation and provide your full name and account email. Storyboard That must respond to data deletion requests within one month under GDPR. Keep a copy of your deletion request for your records.
Common mistakes when cancelling your Storyboard That subscription
Cancellation is straightforward, but a few common pitfalls can delay your request or create unnecessary disputes. Be aware of these traps to avoid them.
Failing to cancel before your renewal date
Storyboard That's subscription renews automatically on your billing anniversary unless you cancel in advance. If you forget to cancel and your subscription renews, you will be charged for another billing period. Most providers allow you to cancel a renewal charge within 14 days under the cooling-off period, but this requires you to act quickly. Yafee recommends you set a reminder on your calendar or in your email app one week before your renewal date, so you have time to submit a cancellation request if you wish to avoid the next charge.
Cancelling through an incorrect channel
Do not attempt to cancel by messaging Storyboard That through social media, forums, or community chat features. These channels leave no formal record and are not monitored by their billing or account management team. Always submit cancellation requests through official channels: email to [email protected] or telephone to +1-617-607-4259. Only official cancellation confirmations sent from Storyboard That's support team serve as proof of your cancellation request.
Not requesting written confirmation
If you cancel by telephone, always ask the support agent for a reference number and follow up with a written email confirmation. Verbal confirmations are difficult to prove and may be disputed later. By requesting written confirmation via email, you create an audit trail that protects you if a dispute arises about whether you cancelled on time or whether you are owed a refund.
Ignoring your final invoice
After cancellation, Storyboard That may send a final invoice for any prorated charges or remaining balance. Review this invoice carefully to ensure all charges are accurate. If you see charges you do not recognise or believe are incorrect, contact [email protected] immediately with the invoice number and a detailed explanation of the discrepancy. Do not ignore disputed invoices, as they may affect your credit rating or be escalated to a debt collection agency.
Before you cancel: consider these alternatives
Before you commit to cancellation, review whether a downgrade, pause, or temporary reduction in service might better suit your needs.
| Option |
Process |
Cost |
Benefit |
| Downgrade to free tier |
Contact support to request plan change |
€0 per month |
Keeps account active; no charge; preserves past work |
| Switch to annual billing |
Adjust plan settings in account dashboard or request via email |
€100-120 annually (vs €144-180 monthly) |
Save 15-20% versus monthly payments |
| Request a billing pause (if available) |
Contact support; check if Storyboard That offers temporary suspension |
€0 during pause period |
Suspend charges for up to 3 months without losing your account |
| Cancel and rejoin later |
Cancel subscription; rejoin when needed |
Standard pricing upon reactivation |
No financial commitment; flexibility to return |
| Use education or organisational discounts |
Verify eligibility and contact sales team |
Up to 50% discount for eligible users |
Continued service at lower cost if you qualify |
Yafee recommends you contact [email protected] to explore these options before you formally cancel. A brief conversation with their team may reveal a solution that meets your budget while preserving your account and creative work.
If your cancellation is refused or disputed
If Storyboard That refuses to cancel your subscription, claims you have no refund entitlement despite your legal right, or becomes unresponsive to your cancellation request, you have several escalation routes.
Step 1: request written explanation from Storyboard That
If your cancellation request is refused, email [email protected] and ask them to provide a written explanation of why they have declined your cancellation or refund. Request a specific reference to the contract clause or policy that prevents cancellation. A refusal to explain may itself be a breach of consumer law. Retain this correspondence.
Step 2: lodge a complaint with the competition and consumer protection commission
If Storyboard That continues to refuse cancellation or withholds a refund you believe you are entitled to, file a formal complaint with the CCPC online at ccpc.ie. Provide the CCPC with copies of your subscription agreement, cancellation request email, Storyboard That's response, and any refund refusal. The CCPC can investigate whether Storyboard That's terms are unfair under the Consumer Rights Act 2022 or whether they have breached other consumer protection obligations. This process typically takes 4 to 8 weeks.
Step 3: dispute charges through your bank or payment provider
If Storyboard That continues to charge your payment method after you have cancelled, contact your bank, credit card issuer, or PayPal and request a chargeback or reversal of the disputed transaction. Provide your payment provider with all email correspondence and the cancellation confirmation. Most payment providers will reverse charges within 7 to 14 days if you dispute them within your payment agreement's timeframe (typically 60 to 120 days of the transaction).
Use this checklist to ensure your cancellation is processed correctly and to maintain a record for your protection.
| Action |
Status |
Date completed |
| Gather account details (name, email, account ID, subscription plan) |
[ ] Complete |
___________ |
| Export or download all storyboards and important content |
[ ] Complete |
___________ |
| Send cancellation email to [email protected] |
[ ] Complete |
___________ |
| Receive cancellation confirmation email from Storyboard That |
[ ] Complete |
___________ |
| Verify no charges appear after cancellation date |
[ ] Complete |
___________ |
| Confirm refund appears in payment method (if eligible) |
[ ] Complete |
___________ |
Key contact information
Storyboard That support email: [email protected]
Storyboard That support telephone: +1-617-607-4259 (US Eastern Time, 09:00-17:00 Monday-Friday)
Irish consumer authority (CCPC): ccpc.ie | Telephone: 01 402 5555
CCPC postal address: Competition and Consumer Protection Commission, 3 Shelbourne Street, Dublin 2, D02 AF83, Ireland
Why yafee can help you cancel with confidence
Navigating subscription cancellations and consumer rights can be complex, especially when services operate across borders. Yafee has helped thousands of consumers cancel subscriptions, understand their legal rights, and resolve billing disputes with digital service providers. Our contract law specialists ground every recommendation in Irish and EU consumer protection legislation, ensuring you know exactly where you stand before you contact Storyboard That. Whether you need guidance on your 14-day cooling-off period, help drafting a cancellation email, or advice on escalating a dispute to the CCPC, Yafee provides clear, authoritative, step-by-step support. Visit Yafee.com today to access templates, contact information, and live guidance for cancelling Storyboard That or any other digital subscription. Yafee is your trusted partner in taking control of your accounts and protecting your consumer rights.