How to cancel Travel + Leisure subscription in india and reclaim your money
Travel + Leisure is a travel and lifestyle magazine published by Burda Media India Pvt. Ltd., available in digital and print formats across India. You can subscribe through multiple platforms: Magzter (web and Android app), Apple App Store (iOS), and third-party print retailers such as IndiaMags. The magazine delivers destination guides, photography, and practical travel advice, but if your reading habits have changed or your budget no longer supports the subscription, you have clear legal rights to cancel without penalty.
The critical insight: your cancellation method and refund eligibility depend entirely on which platform sold you the subscription. Magzter operates under its own terms; Apple App Store enforces Apple's refund policies; print retailers follow their own procedures. Yafee recommends you identify your platform before taking any action, as each cancellation path differs in timeline, method, and refund outcome.
Where you likely bought your subscription
Travel + Leisure subscriptions are distributed across three main channels. Magzter, the primary digital distributor, allows you to subscribe directly through web or mobile app. The Apple App Store hosts the iOS version with auto-renewal enabled by default. Print subscriptions flow through IndiaMags and similar third-party retailers, which handle billing and cancellation independently. Your invoice or credit card statement will show which platform charged you.
Why you might be canceling today
Subscribers cancel for legitimate reasons: budget tightening, overlap with competing travel apps, loss of interest in content, or accidental auto-renewal charges. Some discover they were charged monthly when they intended a one-time purchase. Others find the iOS auto-renewal activated without clear warning. Your reason is irrelevant to your legal entitlement; under Indian consumer law, you have the right to cancel and receive a refund under specific conditions outlined in this guide.
Your consumer protection rights under indian law
Indian consumer law provides you with specific cancellation and refund protections that override any company's restrictive terms.
The consumer protection act 2019 and your cancellation rights
The Consumer Protection Act 2019 protects you against unfair subscription practices and misleading renewal terms. Under Section 6(1), you have the right to receive goods or services of assured quality and accuracy. If Travel + Leisure or its platform partner buried auto-renewal language in fine print, failed to obtain your explicit consent before charging, or did not clearly disclose all material terms, you can lodge a formal complaint with the District Consumer Commission and claim compensation for the unauthorized charge.
The burden of proof rests with the company: they must demonstrate that you clearly understood and consented to auto-renewal before your card was charged. If your subscription confirmation email does not explicitly state the renewal date, frequency, and how to cancel, the company has failed its disclosure obligation. Yafee advises you to screenshot your original purchase confirmation immediately-this becomes your primary evidence if you escalate to the Consumer Commission.
Your cooling-off period and refund window
The Consumer Protection Act grants you a 7-day cancellation window for all distance contracts (subscriptions sold online). This cooling-off period begins from the date you receive confirmation of purchase. Magzter explicitly honors this with a 7-day full refund policy for digital subscriptions. The Apple App Store allows refunds within 14 days if you have not accessed or consumed the content; however, mid-term refunds (after your billing period has begun) are not automatic and require direct contact with Apple with proof of non-use.
Print subscriptions through IndiaMags follow the retailer's terms, which typically allow cancellation within 14 days of purchase for a full refund. If the retailer denies your refund, you can escalate to your state's District Consumer Commission with your proof of purchase. Filing a consumer complaint costs between ₹100 and ₹5,000 depending on your claim value, and the Commission typically rules in favor of consumers who can demonstrate misleading terms or non-disclosure.
Your legal position in plain language
You own the right to cancel your subscription and receive a refund if: (1) you cancel within 7 days of purchase (the legal cooling-off window), (2) you were not shown clear, plain-language disclosure of auto-renewal terms before your card was charged, or (3) you were charged without your explicit written or digital consent. If Travel + Leisure or its platform refuses to honor your cancellation, you can file a complaint with the District Consumer Commission at no significant cost. The company bears the burden of proving they obtained your informed consent; silence or unclear fine print works in your favor.
Each platform operates under different cancellation mechanics and timelines; follow the method that matches your subscription source.
Cancel your magzter subscription (web or android)
Magzter subscriptions are the simplest to cancel and offer the most consumer-friendly refund policy. You control your cancellation directly through your account settings with no intermediaries.
- Open the Magzter website (magzter.com) or Android app and log in with your registered email and password.
- If you have forgotten your password, tap "Forgot Password" and reset it via email.
- Navigate to your account menu (top right corner of the web version; hamburger menu on Android).
- Select "My Account" or "Profile."
- Locate "Subscriptions" or "My Subscriptions" in the account menu.
- You will see all active subscriptions, including Travel + Leisure, with the renewal date clearly displayed.
- Select the Travel + Leisure subscription you wish to cancel.
- Click or tap "Cancel Subscription" or "Unsubscribe."
- Magzter will ask you to confirm the cancellation and may offer a discount to retain your subscription; decline this offer if you are certain you want to cancel.
- Confirm the cancellation by tapping "Yes, Cancel" or "Confirm Cancellation."
- You will receive an immediate on-screen confirmation and a cancellation email within minutes.
- Save this email as proof of cancellation for your records.
- Your subscription access will end on the date your current billing cycle expires; you retain access until that date.
If you subscribed within the past 7 days and wish to claim a full refund, reply to your cancellation email with the subject line "Refund Request - Travel + Leisure Subscription" and state that you are exercising your consumer cooling-off right. Magzter processes refunds to your original payment method within 5-7 business days.
Cancel your apple app store subscription (iOS)
Apple App Store subscriptions auto-renew by default and require cancellation through Apple's own system, not through Travel + Leisure directly. Apple enforces a strict 14-day refund window from the date of charge.
- Open the Apple App Store app on your iPhone or iPad.
- Tap the profile icon (your photo) in the top right corner.
- Select "Subscriptions" from the menu.
- You will see all active subscriptions, including Travel + Leisure if it was purchased through the App Store.
- Tap the Travel + Leisure subscription.
- The screen will display your renewal date, price, and cancellation option.
- Tap "Cancel Subscription" at the bottom of the screen.
- Apple will confirm the cancellation and display your final access date.
- Your subscription will not auto-renew on the next billing date.
- You retain access to Travel + Leisure content until midnight on your renewal date.
If you wish to request a refund, you must contact Apple directly within 14 days of the charge date. Go to reportaproblem.apple.com, select the Travel + Leisure charge, and submit a refund request with the reason "Accidental Purchase," "Product Not as Described," or "Did Not Authorize Charge." Apple reviews these requests and typically grants refunds if you demonstrate that you did not consume the content or did not authorize the renewal. Yafee recommends you retain screenshots of your App Store purchase history as supporting evidence.
Cancel your print subscription (IndiaMags and other retailers)
Print subscriptions ordered through IndiaMags or other third-party retailers require cancellation through the retailer itself, not directly with Travel + Leisure.
- Locate your original purchase email or invoice from IndiaMags or the third-party retailer.
- Note the order number and your registered email address.
- Visit the retailer's website (e.g., indiamags.com) and log into your account.
- Navigate to "My Orders" or "Order History."
- Select the Travel + Leisure print subscription order.
- Look for a "Cancel Subscription" or "Request Cancellation" button.
- If no self-service cancellation option is visible, email the retailer's customer support team at the address listed on your invoice.
- Use the subject line "Cancellation Request - Travel + Leisure Print Subscription - [Your Order Number]."
- Include your full name, email, order number, and the reason for cancellation.
- The retailer will confirm your cancellation within 2-3 business days.
- Request a cancellation confirmation email for your records.
- If you subscribed within 14 days, explicitly state that you are exercising your cooling-off right and request a full refund.
- The retailer must process the refund to your original payment method within 7-10 business days.
If the retailer does not respond within 5 business days or refuses your cancellation request without valid reason, escalate to your state's District Consumer Commission with a copy of your purchase email, your cancellation request email, and proof of payment. Yafee has helped thousands of consumers recover unauthorized subscription charges through formal consumer complaints.
Refund timelines and how to track your money
Your refund timeline depends on your platform and payment method; active tracking ensures you receive your money.
Magzter refunds
Magzter processes refunds within 5-7 business days of approval. If you used a credit or debit card, the refund appears as a credit to your card statement within 7-14 business days (depending on your bank). If you used a digital wallet such as Apple Pay, Google Pay, or PayPal, the refund reaches your wallet account within 3-5 business days and then transfers to your linked bank account.
Track your refund by logging into your Magzter account and checking "My Payments" or "Transaction History." You should see your original charge marked as "Refunded" with the refund date. If 14 business days have passed and your refund has not appeared, contact Magzter support via the in-app chat or email [email protected] with your order number and the refund reference provided in your cancellation email.
Apple app store refunds
Apple processes approved refunds within 5-10 business days. The refund appears as a credit in your Apple ID account balance (which you can use to purchase future apps or subscriptions) or as a direct refund to your original payment method. If you used a credit card, your bank typically shows the refund within 10-15 business days. If you used Apple gift card credit, the amount is immediately restored to your account balance.
To check your refund status, open the App Store, tap your profile icon, and select "Purchase History." Find the Travel + Leisure charge and look for a "Refunded" label. If your refund has not been processed within 10 business days, contact Apple Support via appleid.apple.com/contact or call Apple directly at 1800-11-4665 (India toll-free) with your refund request reference number.
Print subscription retailer refunds
IndiaMags and similar retailers process refunds within 7-10 business days of cancellation approval. The refund is credited to your original payment method. If you used a credit or debit card, check your card statement after 10 business days. If you used net banking or a digital wallet, the refund appears in your bank account within 3-5 business days of the retailer's processing date.
Request a refund confirmation email from the retailer that includes the refund amount, the refund date, and the expected credit date. This email becomes your proof if your bank fails to credit the refund. If 14 business days have passed and your refund has not appeared, contact your bank with this confirmation email and request a reversal inquiry (known as a chargeback or payment reversal in banking terms).
Pricing and subscription costs at a glance
Travel + Leisure subscription costs vary by platform and billing frequency; this table compares your options.
| Platform |
Subscription type |
Price (INR) |
Billing cycle |
Refund window |
| Magzter (web/Android) |
Digital monthly |
₹99-₹149 |
Monthly auto-renewal |
7 days (cooling-off) |
| Magzter (web/Android) |
Digital annual |
₹999-₹1,299 |
Annual auto-renewal |
7 days (cooling-off) |
| Apple App Store (iOS) |
Digital monthly |
₹99-₹199 |
Monthly auto-renewal |
14 days (non-use refund) |
| Apple App Store (iOS) |
Digital annual |
₹999-₹1,499 |
Annual auto-renewal |
14 days (non-use refund) |
| IndiaMags (print) |
Print monthly + digital |
₹349-₹499 |
Monthly (mailed) |
14 days (cooling-off) |
| IndiaMags (print) |
Print annual + digital |
₹2,999-₹3,999 |
Annual (mailed in installments) |
14 days (cooling-off) |
Note: prices are approximate and vary by current promotions. Always verify the exact charge on your invoice or receipt before contacting customer support. Digital subscriptions grant instant access to issues; print subscriptions include a digital edition and physical magazine delivery to your address.
Common cancellation mistakes and how to avoid them
Cancellation mistakes can delay your refund or cost you money; taking three minutes to follow this section will protect you.
Mistake 1: canceling the app instead of the subscription
The most common error: you delete the Travel + Leisure app from your phone thinking this cancels the subscription. Deleting the app does nothing to your active subscription; your card continues to be charged on renewal day. You must cancel the subscription through your account settings (Magzter, Apple, or the retailer), not by uninstalling the app. After canceling the subscription, you can safely delete the app.
Mistake 2: missing your cancellation deadline
If you cancel after your 7-day cooling-off window (or 14 days for Apple), you forfeit your refund right for the current billing cycle. You may still cancel to prevent future charges, but you will not recover the money already charged. Set a phone reminder for day 6 if you believe you might cancel within 7 days of purchase.
Mistake 3: not requesting a refund explicitly
Magzter and IndiaMags require you to explicitly request a refund within the cooling-off window; canceling the subscription alone does not trigger a refund after day 7. Apple requires you to file a refund request through reportaproblem.apple.com within 14 days. Silence equals forfeited refund rights. Always include the phrase "I am requesting a refund under my consumer cooling-off right" in your cancellation email if you are within the window.
Mistake 4: paying without verifying auto-renewal terms
Before you subscribe, scroll through the entire terms and conditions page and locate the auto-renewal disclosure. If the platform does not display this information clearly before you enter your payment details, the subscription terms are not valid under the Consumer Protection Act. Screenshot the terms page if they are unclear. This becomes your evidence if you need to escalate.
Mistake 5: forgetting to save your cancellation confirmation
Your cancellation email is your proof that you canceled on a specific date. If the company later claims you never canceled (a rare but documented scenario), this email is your only evidence. Save it to an email folder, take a screenshot, and store a PDF copy on your phone or computer.
What happens after you cancel
Cancellation is not instantaneous; understand what access you retain and when charges will stop.
Your access period after cancellation
You retain full access to Travel + Leisure content until midnight on your next billing date or the end of your current billing cycle, whichever is later. If you canceled a monthly subscription on day 10 of your billing cycle, you keep access for the remaining 20 days of that month. You do not lose access immediately upon cancellation; the company provides this grace period because you have already paid for this period. After your access date expires, the app will display a message asking you to renew; ignore this if you do not wish to resubscribe.
Future charges stop after cancellation
Once your subscription is canceled, no charge will appear on your card on the next renewal date. If a charge appears after your confirmed cancellation, this is unauthorized and you have grounds to dispute it with your bank or file a consumer complaint. Contact your bank immediately if this occurs; request a chargeback and provide your cancellation confirmation email as evidence.
Re-subscribing after cancellation
You can resubscribe to Travel + Leisure at any time after cancellation. You will be treated as a new subscriber and any promotional offers available to new users may apply. Your previous issues remain in your Magzter library permanently (for digital subscriptions); you do not lose access to content you purchased before cancellation.
If a platform refuses to cancel or denies your refund, escalate through the legal channels outlined here.
Magzter customer support
Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
In-app chat: Open the Magzter app, tap the menu, and select "Help" to access live chat (available Monday to Friday, 10 am to 6 pm IST).
Response time: 2-3 business days for email; same-day for chat during business hours.
Apple app store support
Website: reportaproblem.apple.com (submit refund requests directly here)
Phone: 1800-11-4665 (India toll-free, available Monday to Sunday, 9 am to 9 pm IST)
Response time: 5-10 business days for online requests; immediate assistance by phone.
IndiaMags and third-party retailers
Check your original purchase email for the customer support email address specific to your retailer. Most retailers include a "Contact Us" link on their website footer. If direct contact fails, escalate to the retailer's registered office address listed on their website.
District consumer commission escalation (if the platform refuses to cancel or refund)
File a complaint with your state's District Consumer Commission if the company refuses your cancellation or denies your refund without valid reason. You will need: (1) a copy of your purchase email or invoice, (2) your cancellation request email, (3) your refund request (if applicable), (4) proof of the company's refusal, and (5) a brief written statement describing the issue. Filing fee: ₹100-₹500 depending on your claim value. Most complaints are resolved within 60-90 days in the consumer's favor. Yafee recommends consulting a local consumer advocate if your claim exceeds ₹10,000 or if the retailer is located outside your state.
Burda media india registered office (Travel + Leisure publisher)
If you wish to send a formal cancellation notice directly to the publisher, use this address for certified correspondence:
Burda Media India Pvt. Ltd.
[Registered Office Address]
New Delhi, India
Send your cancellation request by registered post with acknowledgment due. Include your subscription details, the date of your subscription, your cancellation request, and a request for confirmation of cancellation. Keep the postal receipt and the delivery confirmation. This creates a formal paper trail if you later need to escalate to the Consumer Commission.
Key comparison: cancel or keep your subscription
This table summarizes the financial and practical case for canceling versus keeping your Travel + Leisure subscription.
| Factor |
Cancel Travel + Leisure |
Keep your subscription |
| Monthly cost |
₹0 (after cancellation) |
₹99-₹499 (depending on platform) |
| Annual cost |
₹0 |
₹999-₹3,999 (depending on platform) |
| Content access |
Expires on billing cycle end date |
Continuous access to new issues |
| Refund eligibility (if within 7-14 days) |
Full refund available |
No refund (active subscription) |
| Auto-renewal charges |
Stopped permanently |
Continues indefinitely until you cancel |
| Re-subscription |
Can resubscribe anytime; new user offers may apply |
Existing user pricing applies |
Your decision should rest on whether the content aligns with your reading habits and budget. If you are uncertain, cancel and resubscribe later when travel plans resume. The cooling-off window is designed to protect you from locked-in commitments; use this protection if you are unsure.
Your summary and next steps
Canceling Travel + Leisure is straightforward when you follow the platform-specific steps outlined in this guide. You have 7 days (cooling-off window) to cancel and claim a full refund under the Consumer Protection Act 2019, provided you exercise this right explicitly. After 7 days, you can still cancel to stop future charges, but refunds are at the discretion of the platform (Apple may grant refunds up to 14 days if you prove non-use).
Identify your subscription platform (Magzter, Apple App Store, or IndiaMags), follow the step-by-step cancellation instructions for that platform, and request a refund explicitly if you are within the cooling-off window. Save your cancellation confirmation email immediately. If the platform refuses your cancellation or refund, escalate to your state's District Consumer Commission with your purchase email, cancellation request, and proof of the company's refusal.
Yafee has helped thousands of consumers cancel unwanted subscriptions and recover unauthorized charges through clear, actionable guidance and legal reference. Your consumer rights exist to protect you; this guide ensures you exercise them with confidence. Cancel today, and free your budget for the subscriptions and experiences that truly matter to you.