How to cancel your InShot subscription and stop recurring charges in india
Why you might want to cancel InShot
InShot is a mobile video and photo editing application available on iOS and Android devices. It offers free tools alongside premium subscription tiers that unlock advanced features such as clip trimming, transition effects, filters, and watermark removal. Many users in India subscribe at ₹399 per month expecting regular use, then discover the charges accumulate without delivering proportional value.
You might cancel because you've switched to free alternatives like CapCut, because the monthly fee no longer justifies the features you actually use, or because you entered a free trial with auto-renewal enabled. At Yafee, we help thousands of Indian consumers regain control of their subscriptions. Cancelling InShot stops future charges immediately and prevents renewal after your current billing cycle ends.
The critical point: you must cancel before your renewal date. Cancelling after payment has processed requires a separate refund request through your app store, not through InShot directly.
Your consumer rights and legal position in india
The Consumer Protection Act, 2019 (CPA) grants you explicit protection when cancelling digital subscriptions in India.
What the law guarantees you
Under Section 6(1)(f) of the CPA, you have the right to cancel any subscription service without penalty, provided you do so before the renewal date. This means InShot cannot charge you a cancellation fee or lock you into continued payment. Furthermore, if InShot or the app store charges you after you have submitted a valid cancellation request, you are entitled to a full refund of that charge.
The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) enforces these rights. If an app store or service refuses your cancellation or denies a refund claim, you may file a complaint with your state's Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission at no cost.
Your legal position before you cancel
You hold three concrete rights: (1) the right to cancel your subscription immediately without explanation, (2) the right to receive confirmation of cancellation in writing (your app store provides this automatically), and (3) the right to a refund if you are charged after requesting cancellation. Yafee emphasises that these rights are automatic under Indian law; the company cannot override them by hiding cancellation options in their terms.
InShot pricing breakdown: what you pay in india
Understanding your current charges helps you decide whether cancellation is justified and whether to claim a refund.
| Plan |
Price (INR) |
Billing cycle |
What you unlock |
| InShot Pro (monthly) |
₹399 |
Monthly auto-renewal |
All Pro tools, ad-free, no watermark |
| InShot Pro (annual) |
₹1,499 |
Annual auto-renewal |
All Pro tools for 12 months, ad-free, no watermark |
| InShot Pro (lifetime) |
₹3,999 |
One-time purchase (no renewal) |
Permanent access to all Pro features |
| Remove Ads only |
₹399 |
One-time purchase |
Removes advertisements only |
| Transition Pack (Power) |
₹399 |
One-time purchase |
Unlock Power transition effects |
| Filter Pack (CINEMA) |
₹199 |
One-time purchase |
Unlock CINEMA filter collection |
If you have been paying ₹399 monthly for four or more months, you have already spent ₹1,596 or more, exceeding the annual plan cost. Cancelling now stops future overcharges; Yafee recommends prioritising immediate cancellation over trying to recover past payments (though refund requests remain valid within 30 days of the charge).
How to cancel InShot on apple app store (iOS)
If you subscribed through an iPhone or iPad, follow these steps to cancel before your next renewal date.
Access your subscriptions in settings
- Open the Settings app on your device.
- Tap your name or Apple ID at the top of the screen.
- Select Subscriptions from the menu.
Locate and cancel InShot
- Scroll through your active subscriptions list and tap InShot.
- Tap Cancel Subscription (you may see Edit Subscription first; select that option, then cancel).
- Choose your cancellation reason from the dropdown (optional; Apple uses this feedback).
- Confirm your cancellation by tapping the red Confirm Cancellation button.
Apple will display a confirmation message stating your access continues until your next renewal date. You will receive an email confirmation to your registered Apple ID address. Importantly, your subscription does not terminate immediately; your current billing cycle completes, then no further charges occur.
Verify the cancellation succeeded
Return to Settings > Subscriptions > InShot. If cancellation worked, you will see "Expired Subscription" or "Cancelled Subscription" displayed, with the expiry date clearly stated. If you still see a renewal date, the cancellation did not process; repeat the steps or contact Apple Support.
How to cancel InShot on google play store (Android)
If you subscribed through an Android device, use the Google Play Store app or web browser to cancel.
Cancel through the google play app on your device
- Open the Google Play Store app.
- Tap your profile icon in the top right corner.
- Select Payments and Subscriptions.
- Tap Subscriptions.
- Find and tap InShot.
- Tap Cancel Subscription at the bottom of the screen.
- Confirm the cancellation by tapping Cancel Subscription again.
Alternative: cancel via google play website
- Visit play.google.com on your computer or mobile browser.
- Log in with the Google account linked to your Android device.
- Click your profile icon in the top right corner, then select Payments and Subscriptions.
- Select Subscriptions.
- Click InShot.
- Click Cancel Subscription.
- Confirm cancellation.
Google Play sends a confirmation email immediately. Your subscription remains active until the renewal date; no further charges will be applied after that date. Yafee advises taking a screenshot of the cancellation confirmation page for your records in case a dispute arises.
Claiming a refund if you were charged after cancelling
If you cancelled but were still charged, you have a legal right to a refund under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019.
Request a refund through your app store first
Contact Apple Support or Google Play support within 30 days of the unwanted charge. Apple offers a quick refund request form at reportaproblem.apple.com; Google Play has a similar process at support.google.com/googleplay. Provide these details: (1) the date you requested cancellation, (2) the date you were charged, (3) the amount charged, and (4) screenshots of your cancellation confirmation.
Both platforms prioritise refund requests when the user can prove they cancelled before the charge date. Response times typically range from 3 to 5 business days.
Escalate to your state consumer commission if the store refuses
If the app store denies your refund within 7 days, file a complaint with your state's Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission. You will need: your cancellation confirmation, the charge statement from your bank or card, and a copy of your support request to the app store. There is no filing fee. Yafee recommends keeping all communication records as evidence.
What happens after you cancel InShot
Cancelling InShot does not immediately remove the app from your device or revoke access to paid features.
Your Pro features remain available until 11:59 PM on your renewal date (usually the same calendar date each month). After that date, you revert to the free version. You retain all videos and photos you have edited; they are not deleted. You can continue editing with free tools, though you will see ads and watermarks return.
If you wish to delete the app entirely, swipe and hold the InShot icon on your home screen, then select Remove App. Alternatively, go to Settings > Apps > InShot > Uninstall. Deleting the app does not restore any charges.
Common mistakes when cancelling InShot
Cancellation is straightforward, but several users make errors that delay the process or create confusion.
Mistake 1: cancelling within the app instead of the app store
Many users try to cancel by navigating to InShot's settings, account menu, or help section. InShot does not manage its own subscriptions; Apple and Google do. Cancelling in the app has no effect. You must use the official app store (Settings > Subscriptions on iOS or Google Play Store on Android) to cancel.
Mistake 2: assuming immediate access loss after cancellation
Your subscription remains active until the renewal date. You do not lose access the moment you cancel. Continue using Pro features until the final day of your billing cycle.
Mistake 3: not verifying cancellation succeeded
Always return to your subscription list immediately after cancelling to confirm the status changed from "Renews on [date]" to "Expired" or "Cancelled". If you see the renewal date still listed, the cancellation did not process. Try again or contact the app store support team.
Mistake 4: waiting too long to request a refund
App stores honour refund requests only within 30 days of the charge date. If you were charged ₹399 on 15 January and request a refund on 20 February, the store will likely deny it based on the time limit. Act immediately.
After cancellation: keeping your edited content safe
You retain ownership of every video and image you created in InShot, even after cancellation.
Before your access expires, export and save all projects to your device's photo library or cloud storage (Google Drive, OneDrive, or iCloud). InShot allows you to download your work in full resolution without watermarks during the final days of your subscription. After the renewal date, you can still access and re-export videos, but the free version will add watermarks to new exports.
Comparison: when to cancel versus when to downgrade
Yafee advises assessing whether cancellation or downgrade suits your situation.
| Your situation |
Cancel or downgrade? |
Next step |
| You don't edit videos anymore |
Cancel immediately |
Stop all charges; use free tools if you ever return |
| You edit occasionally but don't use Pro features |
Cancel |
The free version covers basic editing; Pro costs unjustified |
| You edit frequently and need Pro tools |
Downgrade (if available) or switch to annual plan |
Pay ₹1,499 annually instead of ₹399 monthly; saves ₹2,280 per year |
| You edit very frequently and need permanent access |
Consider lifetime purchase (₹3,999 one-time) |
Costs less than 10 months of subscription; no renewal fees ever |
| You're on a free trial about to convert to paid |
Cancel immediately |
Stop the trial conversion before the charge date |
| You were charged unexpectedly and don't recall signing up |
Cancel and request refund |
Follow refund steps above; contact app store support within 30 days |
If the app store refuses to process your cancellation or denies your refund, escalate through official channels.
Apple Support (India): Visit support.apple.com or call 000-800-040-1966 (toll-free). Email [email protected] with your Apple ID and order details. Response time: 3 to 5 business days.
Google Play Support (India): Visit support.google.com/googleplay or fill out a refund request form at play.google.com. Specify your Google account and order number. Response time: 3 to 7 business days.
Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA): If app stores deny your legitimate claim, file a complaint at www.ccpa.gov.in. Include your cancellation proof, charge statements, and app store response. State your nearest Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission for local jurisdiction.
InShot (Hangzhou Inshot Tech Co., Ltd.): Formal complaints regarding service quality, feature disputes, or data handling can be directed to Hangzhou Inshot Tech Co., Ltd., Hangzhou, China (registered address from trademark filings). However, subscription cancellation and refunds must be processed through Apple or Google Play, not directly with InShot.
Why yafee helps you cancel with confidence
Cancelling InShot should be simple and irreversible. Yafee has helped thousands of Indian consumers cancel unwanted subscriptions, recover refunds, and understand their consumer rights under the CPA. Our guides ground every step in the legal framework so you know exactly where your rights begin and how to enforce them if a company refuses.
Whether you're cancelling because the feature set no longer serves you, because the monthly charge has become too high, or because you want to switch to a free alternative, Yafee ensures you have the precise procedural steps, the legal authority backing your request, and the escalation routes if problems arise. Visit Yafee.com to explore guides for cancelling thousands of other services across India, and join thousands of users who have already regained control of their subscriptions through Yafee's clear, actionable advice.