How to cancel Novavpn in malaysia and avoid surprise charges
What Novavpn is and how billing works in malaysia
Novavpn is a paid virtual private network (VPN) service that encrypts your internet connection, routes your traffic through remote servers, and helps you browse with greater privacy or access region-restricted content. You pay a recurring subscription charged every 30, 90, or 365 days depending on your chosen plan length.
Novavpn pricing and subscription plans
The service publishes pricing in USD on its official website. In Malaysian ringgit, using the current exchange rate of approximately 1 USD to RM4.72, monthly plans start from around RM33 per month billed annually. All plans include unlimited bandwidth and the ability to connect up to 6 devices simultaneously according to Novavpn's terms of service.
| Plan duration |
USD price (approx) |
MYR equivalent (approx) |
Cost per month |
| 1 month |
$11.99 |
RM56.70 |
RM56.70 |
| 6 months |
$35.94 |
RM169.64 |
RM28.27 |
| 1 year (best value) |
$59.88 |
RM282.59 |
RM23.55 |
Novavpn operates on a prepaid subscription model, meaning you pay the full amount upfront before each billing cycle. The company does not offer a free trial period according to its published terms of service. Instead, it provides a 30-day money-back guarantee, but only if you purchased directly through novavpn.com and not through third-party app stores.
Where the local support gap matters for malaysian users
Novavpn does not list a Malaysian phone number, local live chat, or office address in Malaysia. All support requests route through an online Help Desk ticket system at tickets.novavpn.com. This creates a critical difference for Malaysian consumers compared to regional competitors. If you subscribe to Novavpn and experience billing problems or need urgent assistance, you cannot call a local number or visit a physical office. Yafee recommends documenting this support limitation before you subscribe, as it directly affects how quickly you can resolve cancellation disputes.
Your consumer rights in malaysia and what the law protects
Malaysian law grants you specific rights when cancelling online subscriptions. Understanding these protections is essential before you attempt to cancel Novavpn.
Consumer protection act 1999 and distance contracts
The Consumer Protection Act 1999 governs all consumer transactions in Malaysia, including digital subscriptions purchased online. Under this Act, if you purchased Novavpn as a distance contract (meaning online, by phone, or by mail without face-to-face negotiation), you have the right to cancel within 10 calendar days of receipt of the goods or services without stating a reason. This cooling-off period applies even if you have already used the service.
Consequently, if you subscribed to Novavpn fewer than 10 days ago, you can request a full refund regardless of Novavpn's published money-back guarantee. The company must refund you within 14 days of your cancellation notice in accordance with section 48 of the Consumer Protection Act 1999.
If you subscribed more than 10 days ago, the cooling-off period has expired and you must rely on Novavpn's own refund policy, which states a 30-day money-back guarantee for direct website purchases only. Nevertheless, Yafee advises you to reference the Consumer Protection Act 1999 in any cancellation request to establish your legal position clearly.
Your legal position when cancelling Novavpn
Within 10 days of subscription: You have a statutory right to cancel and receive a full refund under the Consumer Protection Act 1999, section 48, regardless of whether you used the service.
Between 10 and 30 days of subscription: You can request a refund under Novavpn's published 30-day money-back guarantee (direct purchases only). This is a contractual courtesy, not a legal right, but the company is bound by its own terms.
After 30 days: You have no statutory or contractual refund entitlement. You can only cancel future recurring charges. Yafee recommends acting within the 30-day window to preserve your refund options.
Escalation route: If Novavpn refuses to refund a claim made within 10 days, you can lodge a complaint with the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (MDTCA) in Malaysia, which administers the Consumer Protection Act 1999.
Where and how to cancel your Novavpn subscription
The method you use to cancel Novavpn depends entirely on where you purchased the subscription. Using the wrong channel delays cancellation and can forfeit your refund rights.
Cancellation methods by purchase platform
| Purchase platform |
Cancellation method |
Refund eligibility |
| Novavpn.com website |
Account panel or support ticket |
30-day money-back or 10-day cooling-off |
| Apple App Store (iOS) |
Apple's subscription management (app store settings) |
Apple's refund policy, not Novavpn's |
| Google Play Store (Android) |
Google Play subscription management (settings) |
Google's refund policy, not Novavpn's |
If you purchased through the Novavpn website directly, you control the cancellation and refund outcome. If you subscribed via Apple App Store or Google Play, Novavpn explicitly states it cannot process your refund. You must manage the cancellation through Apple or Google instead. This distinction is critical because many Malaysian users mistakenly contact Novavpn support after subscribing via the App Store, losing valuable time without result.
Step-by-step: how to cancel Novavpn on the website
If you purchased directly on novavpn.com, follow this procedure to cancel your subscription and preserve your refund eligibility.
Step 1: log in to your Novavpn account
- Open your web browser and navigate to novavpn.com
- Click the "Log In" or "Sign In" button (usually in the top-right corner)
- Enter your email address and password
- If prompted for two-factor authentication, complete that verification
- Check your email or authenticator app for the code
- Enter the code into the login form
- Click "Log In" to access your account dashboard
Step 2: locate your subscription details
- After logging in, look for a menu option labeled "Account", "My Account", "Subscription", or "Billing"
- Click this option to open your account management panel
- Take a screenshot of your current subscription plan, renewal date, and payment method for your records
- Write down your renewal date (this is when the next charge will occur if you do not cancel)
Step 3: initiate the cancellation
- Within the account management panel, locate a button or link labeled "Cancel Subscription", "Cancel Plan", or "Manage Subscription"
- Click this button
- The system may ask you a reason for cancellation (optional in most cases)
- If a reason field appears and you purchased within 30 days, select "Request a refund" or "No longer needed"
- Read any final warning messages about your renewal date and charges
- Click "Confirm Cancellation" or the equivalent confirmation button
Step 4: confirm cancellation via email
- Novavpn should send a confirmation email to your registered email address
- Check your email inbox and spam folder for a message from [email protected] or [email protected] within 5 minutes
- Open the confirmation email and verify that it states "Your subscription has been cancelled" or "Cancellation confirmed"
- Save or forward this email to yourself as proof of cancellation
- Note the cancellation date shown in the email
Step 5: request a refund if eligible
- If you cancelled within 30 days of purchase, reply to the confirmation email or submit a new support ticket at tickets.novavpn.com requesting a refund
- State clearly: "I cancelled my subscription on [date] within the 30-day money-back guarantee period. Please process a full refund to my original payment method."
- If you cancelled within 10 days, reference the Consumer Protection Act 1999, section 48: "I am also requesting a refund under my statutory right to cancel distance contracts within 10 calendar days."
- Attach a screenshot of your cancellation confirmation email
- Submit the ticket and note the ticket number provided
Step 6: monitor your bank statement
- After cancellation, verify that no new charge appears on your payment method
- If you requested a refund, the funds should return to your original payment method within 14 days
- Contact your bank if the refund does not appear after 14 days and provide them with the Novavpn cancellation confirmation email
Cancelling Novavpn via apple app store or google play
If you subscribed through an app store, Novavpn does not handle your cancellation or refund. You must manage it directly through Apple or Google.
Cancelling on apple app store (iOS devices)
- Open the App Store app on your iPhone or iPad
- Tap your profile picture or initials in the top-right corner
- Tap "Subscriptions"
- Find "Novavpn" in the list of active subscriptions
- Tap "Novavpn"
- Tap "Cancel Subscription"
- Follow the prompts and confirm the cancellation
- You will receive a confirmation email from Apple; save this for your records
Cancelling on google play store (Android devices)
- Open the Google Play app on your Android device
- Tap your profile icon in the top-right corner
- Tap "Manage my subscriptions"
- Find "Novavpn" in the list
- Tap "Novavpn"
- Tap "Cancel subscription"
- Select your reason (optional) and tap "Continue"
- Tap "Yes, cancel subscription" to confirm
- You will receive a confirmation email from Google; keep this email
For refunds through App Store, Apple grants a 14-day refund window from the date of purchase. For Google Play, refunds are available within 48 hours of purchase for most subscriptions. Contact Apple Support or Google Play Support directly if Novavpn refuses to honour these refund windows.
Timeline: what happens after you cancel Novavpn
Understanding the sequence of events after cancellation reduces anxiety and helps you catch billing errors before they occur.
Immediately after cancellation
Your subscription enters a grace period. You retain access to Novavpn until the end of your current billing cycle (the date shown in your account as "Renewal Date" or "Next Billing Date"). No charge occurs on this date because the cancellation has deactivated future billing.
Yafee recommends taking a final screenshot of your account dashboard showing "Subscription: Cancelled" or "Status: Inactive" to prove your action was successful.
Within 5 to 14 days
If you requested a refund under the 30-day money-back guarantee or the 10-day cooling-off period, Novavpn processes the refund and returns funds to your original payment method. Your bank may take an additional 3 to 5 business days to credit the amount to your account.
On or after your renewal date
If no refund was requested or you cancelled outside the refund window, your subscription simply expires on this date. No further charges appear. Your Novavpn account remains accessible but non-functional until you pay to resubscribe.
Common mistakes when cancelling Novavpn
Cancellation is straightforward when you follow the correct steps, but one small error can cost you your refund or delay access termination. Avoid these pitfalls.
Mistake 1: contacting support before cancelling through your account
Many users email Novavpn support requesting cancellation instead of using the account panel. This delays cancellation by 24 to 48 hours because support staff process requests manually. In that delay, an unexpected charge may occur if your renewal date passes. Always cancel through your account dashboard first, then contact support only if the cancellation fails or if you need to request a refund.
Mistake 2: cancelling through the wrong platform
If you subscribed via Apple App Store but email Novavpn asking for a refund, the company will correctly refuse because Apple, not Novavpn, holds your payment and refund authority. You lose time and forfeit the refund window. Check your payment method confirmation email to confirm where you subscribed before contacting anyone.
Mistake 3: assuming you have access to your money immediately
Refunds are not instant. Novavpn processes the refund within 14 days, and your bank credits the amount within 3 to 5 additional business days. If you do not see the refund after 19 days total, contact your bank's customer service with your Novavpn cancellation confirmation email. Do not assume the refund was denied until after this period has elapsed.
Mistake 4: not taking screenshots before cancelling
Once you cancel, Novavpn's account panel no longer displays your subscription details. If a dispute arises with your bank or with Novavpn, you cannot prove your plan length or renewal date without a screenshot. Take screenshots of your account page, your subscription details, and your cancellation confirmation before finalizing the process.
Refund policy and your entitlements
Novavpn's refund terms differ sharply depending on when you cancel and where you purchased. Yafee has clarified the actual refund landscape for Malaysian users.
Direct website purchases (novavpn.com)
Novavpn offers a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you cancel within 30 calendar days of your subscription purchase date and request a refund, the company processes the refund to your original payment method within 14 days. No additional fees apply. This is a contractual promise, not a legal minimum, but Novavpn's terms of service commit to this timeline.
Furthermore, if you cancelled within 10 calendar days, you also have the statutory right to cancel distance contracts under the Consumer Protection Act 1999, section 48. This right exists independent of Novavpn's policy. If Novavpn refuses your refund request within the 10-day window, escalate the complaint to the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (MDTCA).
Apple app store purchases
Novavpn does not handle refunds for App Store subscriptions. Apple grants a 14-day refund window from the purchase date. Submit your refund request through the App Store's subscription management settings or contact Apple Support directly. Novavpn cannot intervene in this process.
Google play purchases
Google Play allows refunds within 48 hours of purchase for most subscriptions. After 48 hours, the subscription is non-refundable, though you can cancel future charges immediately. Request refunds through Google Play's subscription settings or contact Google Play Support.
What to do if Novavpn refuses your refund or cancellation
If Novavpn does not process your cancellation or denies a refund you believe you are entitled to, a clear escalation path exists under Malaysian consumer law.
Step 1: submit a formal written request
- Send an email to Novavpn support at tickets.novavpn.com clearly stating:
- Your subscription purchase date
- Your cancellation request date
- The reason for your refund request (e.g., "Within 30-day money-back guarantee" or "Within 10-day cooling-off period under Consumer Protection Act 1999")
- Your original payment amount in MYR and USD
- A request for written confirmation of their decision and the reason for any refusal
- Attach screenshots of your account showing the subscription and cancellation date
- Attach your original purchase confirmation email
- Request a response within 7 days
Step 2: escalate to your bank or payment provider
- If Novavpn does not respond or refuses your request within 7 days, contact your bank or payment provider (credit card, debit card, or digital wallet)
- Request a chargeback or dispute for "subscription not cancelled as requested" or "unauthorized recurring charge"
- Provide your bank with:
- The Novavpn charge(s) on your statement
- Copies of your cancellation request email and any replies from Novavpn
- Screenshots of your account showing cancellation
- The confirmation email from Novavpn proving cancellation (if available)
- Your bank has 60 to 90 days to investigate and resolve the dispute in your favour
Step 3: file a complaint with the ministry of domestic trade and consumer affairs
- If your bank rules against you or Novavpn's refusal violates your statutory rights under the Consumer Protection Act 1999, lodge a formal complaint with the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (MDTCA)
- Complete the Consumer Complaint Form available on the MDTCA website (mdtc.gov.my)
- Include:
- Details of your subscription and cancellation
- Reference to section 48 of the Consumer Protection Act 1999 if you cancelled within 10 days
- All documentation (emails, screenshots, cancellation confirmation)
- Evidence that Novavpn refused your refund
- The MDTCA investigates on your behalf and can compel Novavpn to comply with the Act
Pricing comparison: alternatives to Novavpn in malaysia
If you are cancelling Novavpn because the service does not meet your needs, Yafee recommends considering these regional competitors with stronger local support.
| VPN service |
Monthly cost (approx MYR) |
Best plan |
Malaysian support |
| Novavpn |
RM56.70 (monthly) or RM23.55 (annual) |
1-year subscription |
Ticket system only |
| Surfshark |
RM11.75 (24-month plan) |
24-month plan |
Email and live chat |
| Proton VPN |
RM23.55 (12-month) |
12-month plan |
Email support, local reputation |
| ExpressVPN |
RM31.48 (annual) |
Annual subscription |
Email and live chat |
| NordVPN |
RM18.30 (2-year plan) |
2-year plan |
Email support, no phone |
Proton VPN and Surfshark both offer live chat support and faster response times than Novavpn in Malaysia. If your reason for cancelling is weak support, these competitors deliver measurably better service in the Malaysian market.
Checklist: your cancellation action plan
Use this checklist to track your cancellation step-by-step and ensure nothing falls through the gaps.
Summary: cancelling Novavpn safely in malaysia
Cancelling Novavpn is straightforward if you use the correct platform and act within the refund window. Your right to cancel is protected by the Consumer Protection Act 1999, which grants a 10-day statutory cooling-off period for all distance contracts, and Novavpn's own 30-day money-back guarantee for direct purchases offers additional protection.
The most critical step is confirming where you subscribed. Direct website purchases route through your account panel or the support ticket system. App Store subscriptions must be managed through Apple's settings, and Google Play subscriptions through Google Play's settings. Using the wrong channel costs time and can forfeit refund eligibility.
Take screenshots of your subscription details and cancellation confirmation before the process completes. Monitor your bank statement for unwanted charges and request a refund within the 30-day window if you are eligible. If Novavpn refuses, escalate to your bank first, then to the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs if necessary. Yafee has helped thousands of consumers cancel VPN subscriptions safely by following this clear legal framework and practical procedure.