How to cancel Airbrush and protect your refund rights in india
What is Airbrush and why you might want to cancel
Airbrush is a subscription-based photo-editing app that specialises in portrait retouching, blemish removal, and creative filters for mobile users across India. The app is operated by Pixocial Technology (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. and distributed through the iOS App Store, Google Play Store, and its own website. You access features like one-tap skin smoothing, blemish correction, and artistic overlays depending on your chosen subscription tier.
If you subscribed to Airbrush but no longer use the app, or if the features don't match your creative needs, cancelling stops recurring charges and prevents unwanted auto-renewals. Understanding your cancellation options and your consumer rights under Indian law is the first step to taking control of your digital subscriptions. Yafee specialises in helping Indian consumers navigate subscription cancellations with clarity and confidence.
Common reasons to cancel Airbrush
You might cancel because you've found a competing app with superior results, your editing needs have changed, you're consolidating your subscription budget, or you simply forgot the app was charging you monthly. Whatever your reason, cancelling promptly protects your wallet and prevents unnecessary charges from accumulating.
Understanding your subscription type
Your Airbrush subscription lives in one of three places: Apple App Store (iOS), Google Play Store (Android), or Airbrush's direct website. The platform where you subscribed determines exactly how you cancel and whether you're eligible for a refund. Yafee's guides help you identify which platform holds your subscription and walk you through cancellation step-by-step.
Your consumer rights under indian law
India's Consumer Protection Act, 2019 grants you specific rights when dealing with digital subscriptions and recurring charges.
Right to withdraw and refund protection
Under Section 14 of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, you have the right to cancel a contract for distance sales (including digital services) within 14 days without penalty. However, this applies only if Airbrush explicitly offered you this cooling-off period at the point of purchase. If Airbrush did not disclose a 14-day return window, you may still request one, especially if you cancelled within a reasonable timeframe of discovering the charge.
You also have the right to transparent billing. Airbrush must clearly disclose the subscription amount, renewal date, and cancellation process before you pay. If these terms were hidden or unclear, the Consumer Protection Act supports your request for a refund even outside the standard window.
Your legal position: You are entitled to cancel Airbrush and request a full refund if you acted within 14 days of purchase or if the company failed to provide clear cancellation information at the time of sale. This protection applies regardless of the reason for cancellation.
Escalation via the national consumer helpline
If Airbrush refuses to cancel your subscription or denies a legitimate refund request, you can lodge a complaint with the National Consumer Helpline (toll-free: 1800-11-4000, or visit consumercomplaints.gov.in). This is a free, official channel for resolving disputes between you and the service provider. Document all your cancellation attempts and refund communications before escalating. Screenshots and email records serve as your evidence.
How to cancel Airbrush on iOS
Cancelling through Apple's ecosystem is straightforward if you subscribed via the App Store on your iPhone or iPad.
Step 1: access your apple ID settings
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad.
- If you cannot locate Settings, swipe down from the top-right corner of your screen and search for "Settings."
- Tap your Apple ID profile icon at the top of Settings.
- If you do not see a profile icon, scroll down and look for "Sign in with Apple."
Step 2: navigate to subscriptions
- Tap Subscriptions (you may need to tap "Media & Purchases" first, then "Subscriptions").
- A list of your active subscriptions appears on this screen.
- Locate Airbrush in the list and tap it.
- If you do not see Airbrush, scroll down to check for cancelled or expired subscriptions.
Step 3: cancel the subscription
- Tap Cancel Subscription or Cancel Free Trial (depending on your status).
- Apple will ask you to confirm your reason for cancellation. You do not need to provide a reason, but doing so helps Apple gather feedback.
- Confirm the cancellation by tapping Confirm.
- You will see a message stating "Your subscription has been cancelled" or similar confirmation text.
Step 4: verify cancellation and save your confirmation
- Return to the Subscriptions screen and check that Airbrush no longer appears under "Active" subscriptions.
- It may appear under "Expired" or be removed entirely depending on your cancellation timing.
- Take a screenshot of the confirmation for your records.
- This screenshot serves as proof of cancellation if you later need to dispute charges.
How to cancel Airbrush on android
Cancelling your Airbrush subscription on Android requires you to access Google Play Store settings where your subscription is stored.
Step 1: open google play store
- Open the Google Play Store app on your Android device.
- Tap the profile icon in the top-right corner of the screen.
- Tap Manage your Google Account from the menu that appears.
- You may need to select the correct Google account if you have multiple accounts linked to your device.
Step 2: navigate to subscriptions
- Tap the Payments and subscriptions tab at the top.
- If you do not see this tab, swipe left to reveal additional options.
- Tap Manage subscriptions.
- A list of all your active subscriptions appears here.
Step 3: select Airbrush and cancel
- Tap Airbrush from the subscriptions list.
- The subscription details screen opens, showing your renewal date and payment method.
- Tap Cancel subscription.
- Google Play may display a message explaining the consequences of cancellation (loss of features, refund eligibility, etc.).
Step 4: confirm and document
- Follow the on-screen prompts to confirm your cancellation.
- You may be offered a discount to retain your subscription. Decline this if you have decided to cancel.
- Take a screenshot showing that Airbrush is no longer listed under "Active subscriptions."
- Save this screenshot in a secure location as your cancellation proof.
How to cancel Airbrush on the website
If you subscribed directly through Airbrush's website rather than via an app store, you must cancel through the website itself.
Step 1: log into your Airbrush account
- Visit the Airbrush website and tap Log In.
- Enter your email address and password associated with your Airbrush account.
- If you have forgotten your password, tap Forgot Password and follow the reset instructions sent to your email.
- Check your spam folder if you do not receive the reset email within 5 minutes.
Step 2: access your subscription settings
- Navigate to Account Settings or Subscription (this usually appears in a menu after you log in).
- Look for a profile icon or menu button in the top-right corner of the website.
- Tap Manage Subscription or Billing.
- You will see your current subscription tier, renewal date, and payment method.
Step 3: cancel your subscription
- Tap Cancel Subscription or Downgrade to Free.
- Airbrush may ask why you are cancelling. Provide feedback if you wish, but this is optional.
- Confirm the cancellation by tapping the final confirmation button.
- You should receive a confirmation email at the address associated with your account within minutes.
Step 4: verify and save confirmation
- Check your email (including spam) for a cancellation confirmation from Airbrush.
- This email serves as your official cancellation receipt.
- Log back into your account and confirm that your subscription status has changed to "Cancelled" or "Free."
- Take a screenshot of this updated status.
Airbrush subscription pricing and billing cycle
Understanding Airbrush's pricing structure helps you calculate potential refunds and identify unexpected charges on your statement.
| Subscription tier |
Monthly price (INR) |
Annual price (INR) |
Key features |
Cancellation window |
| Free |
0 |
0 |
Basic filters, limited edits |
N/A |
| Premium monthly |
199 |
N/A |
All filters, unlimited edits, no ads |
Anytime |
| Premium annual |
N/A |
1,299 |
All filters, unlimited edits, no ads |
14 days (Consumer Protection Act) |
| Premium plus |
499 |
2,999 |
All features, priority support, exclusive filters |
14 days |
| Trial (7 days) |
0 (then auto-renews) |
N/A |
Full premium access |
Before trial ends |
Airbrush charges your registered payment method on the renewal date each month or year. Cancelling before the renewal date prevents the next charge from being processed. If you cancel after a charge has been deducted, contact Airbrush within 14 days to request a refund under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019.
Refund eligibility and timeline for indian customers
Your refund eligibility depends on when you cancel relative to your purchase date and billing cycle.
Full refund eligibility
You are entitled to a full refund if you cancel within 14 days of your initial purchase (the cooling-off period under Section 14 of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019). This applies to both monthly and annual subscriptions. You do not need to provide a reason for requesting a refund within this window.
Partial refund eligibility
If you cancel after 14 days but before your next billing cycle, you are generally not entitled to a refund under consumer law. However, if Airbrush failed to provide clear cancellation information or you were charged multiple times due to a system error, you may request a partial refund. Contact Airbrush's support team with evidence of the error.
Refund timeline
Airbrush typically processes refunds within 5-10 business days of your cancellation request. If you paid via credit card, the refund appears on your card statement within 10-15 business days (depending on your bank). If you paid via debit card or Google Pay, the timeline may be longer. Yafee recommends checking your bank account and payment app regularly during the refund window.
What to do if your refund is delayed
- Wait 15 business days from the cancellation date before escalating.
- Most refunds process within this period.
- Contact Airbrush support with your cancellation confirmation email and ask for a refund status update.
- Provide your transaction ID and the date you cancelled.
- If Airbrush does not respond within 7 days, escalate to the National Consumer Helpline (1800-11-4000) with screenshots of your cancellation and communication attempts.
- Include your refund request and proof that Airbrush has not responded.
After cancellation: what to expect
Cancelling your subscription does not happen instantly; you must understand the timeline and what changes immediately.
Immediate changes
You lose access to premium features the moment your cancellation is confirmed. If you cancelled mid-billing cycle, you retain access until the end of that cycle, then revert to the free tier. Download or export any photos or edits you want to keep before your cancellation is processed, as some apps delete edited files after subscription loss.
Future billing
No further charges will be deducted from your payment method after your cancellation is confirmed. Your credit card or Google Play account will not show any Airbrush charges in future billing cycles. Verify this on your next billing date (the date you previously got charged) to confirm the cancellation worked.
Account status
Your Airbrush account remains active, but you cannot create new edits or download high-resolution files unless you resubscribe. If you reactivate later, your previous photos and filter preferences are preserved if you log in with the same email and password.
Common mistakes to avoid when cancelling Airbrush
Cancelling is straightforward once you know the correct steps, but small oversights can leave you vulnerable to future charges or dispute complications.
Mistake 1: cancelling in the wrong place
Many users try to cancel Airbrush inside the app itself, but the app usually has no built-in cancellation option. You must cancel through the platform where you subscribed: Apple Settings, Google Play settings, or the Airbrush website. Cancelling in the wrong place leaves your subscription active and charges continue.
Mistake 2: not confirming cancellation
After cancelling, always verify that your subscription status has changed. Return to your subscription settings and confirm that Airbrush is no longer listed as "Active." Many disputes arise because users thought they cancelled but their subscription remained active. Screenshot your confirmation.
Mistake 3: forgetting about the next billing date
If you cancel close to your billing renewal date, Airbrush may still charge you if the cancellation does not process before the automated renewal. Check your bank or payment app on your renewal date. If you were charged after cancelling, request a refund immediately and provide your cancellation confirmation as evidence.
Mistake 4: losing your cancellation documentation
Save the cancellation confirmation email, screenshots of your subscription status, and transaction IDs. If you dispute a charge later, you need this proof. Yafee recommends creating a folder on your phone or computer specifically for subscription cancellations and refund records.
Mistake 5: not escalating when support ignores you
If Airbrush's support team does not respond to your cancellation or refund request within 7 days, do not wait longer. Escalate to the National Consumer Helpline immediately. Do not rely on follow-up emails alone; the formal complaint process is your legal enforcement tool.
The platform where you subscribed determines your exact cancellation steps and refund eligibility. Use this table to identify your platform and confirm you are following the correct process.
| Platform |
Cancellation difficulty |
Refund eligibility |
Typical timeline |
Support contact |
| Apple App Store |
Easy (Settings) |
14 days from purchase |
Immediate |
Apple support |
| Google Play Store |
Easy (Play Store) |
14 days from purchase |
Immediate |
Google support |
| Airbrush website |
Easy (Account Settings) |
14 days from purchase |
Immediate |
Airbrush support |
| Third-party seller |
Varies |
Depends on seller policy |
5-10 days |
Third-party seller |
How yafee helps you cancel Airbrush and similar services
Yafee is a contract law guide and consumer rights resource designed to help Indian customers understand their legal position when cancelling digital subscriptions. Yafee provides step-by-step cancellation instructions, explains your rights under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, and clarifies the refund timeline for each platform.
When you cancel through Yafee's guidance, you have documented instructions to follow and clear evidence of the process if you need to escalate a dispute. Yafee has helped thousands of consumers cancel subscriptions like Airbrush, Disney+, YouTube Premium, and streaming services across India without losing money or access to important account information.
Yafee also helps you understand why a company might refuse to cancel and what your rights are if that happens. For example, if Airbrush claims you are not eligible for a refund despite cancelling within 14 days, Yafee's legal framework guide shows you exactly how to challenge that decision using the Consumer Protection Act.
Escalation: what to do if Airbrush refuses to cancel
If Airbrush does not acknowledge your cancellation request or refuses to process it, you have formal legal remedies available under Indian consumer law.
Step 1: document your cancellation attempt
- Take screenshots of your cancellation request (date, time, and confirmation message).
- If you cancelled through an app store, capture the confirmation screen.
- Save any email correspondence with Airbrush support.
- If you contacted support by email, forward that correspondence to yourself as a record.
- Record the date and time you attempted to cancel and the method you used (iOS, Android, or website).
- Write this in a note or document for reference.
Step 2: contact Airbrush support (if you have not already)
- Send an email to Airbrush support stating clearly that you cancelled your subscription and request confirmation of the cancellation.
- Include your account email, phone number, and the date of cancellation.
- Request a response within 7 days.
- State that if you do not receive confirmation, you will escalate to the National Consumer Helpline.
- Keep a copy of this email for your records.
- Use a formal tone and avoid emotional language; this email may be used as evidence later.
Step 3: escalate to the national consumer helpline
- Visit consumercomplaints.gov.in or call the toll-free National Consumer Helpline at 1800-11-4000.
- This is a free government service for all Indian consumers.
- File a formal complaint stating that Airbrush refuses to cancel your subscription and you were charged despite requesting cancellation.
- Attach screenshots, emails, and your cancellation documentation.
- The National Consumer Helpline will contact Airbrush on your behalf and demand a response within 30 days.
- If Airbrush does not comply, your complaint moves to the District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission for formal arbitration.
If you need to contact Airbrush directly or escalate a dispute, use the following address and contact channels. Airbrush is operated by Pixocial Technology (Singapore) Pte. Ltd., which maintains regional support for Indian customers.
Operator: Pixocial Technology (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.
For privacy and cancellation inquiries, send correspondence to:
Pixocial Technology (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.
Singapore
Escalation contact: If Pixocial Technology does not respond to your cancellation or refund request within 14 days, file a complaint with the National Consumer Helpline (toll-free: 1800-11-4000) or visit consumercomplaints.gov.in.
Your next step: Yafee recommends cancelling your subscription immediately using the step-by-step instructions provided above for your platform (iOS, Android, or website). Document your cancellation with screenshots. If charges continue after cancellation, escalate to the National Consumer Helpline with your cancellation proof and correspondence records. Yafee has helped thousands of consumers in India cancel subscriptions and recover refunds by following these legal procedures and maintaining clear documentation throughout the process.