How to cancel Pattern and stop recurring charges in malaysia
What Pattern is and why you might want to cancel
Pattern is a digital subscription service that lets you create custom clothing patterns through guided steps and design tools. You pay a monthly subscription of RM38 (approximately USD 7.99) to access the platform, whether you subscribe via the website, Apple App Store, or Google Play. This guide explains your cancellation options under Malaysian consumer law and walks you through each method so you do not face unexpected charges next month.
Understanding what you actually subscribed to
Confusion about Pattern's billing structure is common among Malaysian users. The service operates across three different platforms, and your cancellation method depends entirely on where you made the purchase. If you subscribed directly through the website, you contact support by email. If you bought the subscription via Apple App Store, you cancel through your Apple ID settings. If you used Google Play, you manage cancellation in the Google Play app or web interface. At Yafee, we help thousands of consumers clarify exactly where they subscribed so they cancel through the correct channel and avoid being charged twice.
Some confusion also arises because Pattern offers both one-time credit packs (with no recurring charge) and monthly subscriptions. One-time purchases do not need cancellation. Monthly recurring subscriptions do. Your bank statement and receipt email will tell you which product you bought.
The Pattern service model in malaysia
Pattern charges in US dollars, so your bill appears as RM38 when converted at the prevailing exchange rate. The service includes digital pattern-creation tools, step-by-step guidance, and access to the app. You do not receive a physical product or security software. Many users subscribe to create one or two clothing designs, then forget to cancel before the next monthly billing cycle arrives. Yafee recognises this pattern (no pun intended) and provides clear steps so you can cancel before that happens.
The Pattern Help Center is hosted in the United States and operates Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST. That means if you email a cancellation request on a Friday evening in Malaysia, you may wait until the following Monday for a reply due to the time difference.
Your consumer rights under malaysian law
Malaysian consumer protection law gives you clear rights when cancelling digital subscriptions. The Consumer Protection Act 1999 and subsequent amendments protect your right to cancel recurring subscriptions and claim refunds for charges that contravene the terms offered to you.
What the consumer protection act 1999 says about cancellations
Under the Consumer Protection Act 1999, if you subscribed to Pattern online or via an app, you have the right to cancel within 10 days of purchase without penalty, provided you have not yet substantially used the service. The seller must process your cancellation and refund the full subscription fee within 14 days of receiving your cancellation notice. This period applies to all digital goods and services sold to consumers in Malaysia, including app-based subscriptions.
If you are beyond the 10-day cooling-off period, you can still cancel your recurring subscription at any time, but the seller is not obliged to refund past payments. However, they must stop charging you immediately upon receipt of your cancellation request. Yafee always advises clients to send cancellation requests in writing (email counts) so you have proof of when you asked to stop.
Your legal position
You are entitled to cancel Pattern at any time after the initial 10-day period without penalty for future charges. If Pattern continues to charge you after you have sent a written cancellation request, you have grounds to lodge a complaint with the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (MDTCA), which enforces the Consumer Protection Act 1999. Keep all emails, screenshots of your account, and bank statements as evidence. Yafee recommends you always request written confirmation of your cancellation from Pattern so you have clear proof they received your request.
Understanding what you pay helps you identify exactly what to cancel and whether you qualify for a refund. The table below sets out the main Pattern billing options available to Malaysian users.
| Billing method |
Product type |
Cost (MYR) |
Billing frequency |
Cancellation contact |
| Website direct |
Monthly subscription |
RM38 |
Every month |
[email protected] |
| App Store (Apple) |
Monthly subscription |
RM38 |
Every month |
Apple ID settings > Subscriptions |
| Google Play (Android) |
Monthly subscription |
RM38 |
Every month |
Google Play app > Subscriptions |
| Credit pack (one-time) |
One-time purchase |
Varies |
No recurring charge |
No cancellation needed |
How to cancel Pattern without getting charged again
Your cancellation method depends on where you subscribed. Follow the steps below for your specific platform, and you will stop being charged before your next billing date.
Step 1: identify your billing platform
Before you cancel, find out exactly where you made the purchase. Check your bank statement or email inbox for the receipt. If the charge came from "Apple Inc." or "Apple media services", you subscribed via App Store. If it came from "Google Play", you subscribed via Google Play. If it came directly from "patternweaver.ai" or Pattern's website, you subscribed directly. This single piece of information determines which cancellation method you use.
- Open your bank statement or payment app (Maybank, CIMB, Public Bank, etc.)
- Look for the most recent Pattern charge and note the merchant name
- Take a screenshot and save it to your phone or computer
- If you cannot find the charge, check your email for a receipt from Pattern, Apple, or Google
Step 2: cancel through app store (Apple)
If your Pattern subscription came through Apple App Store, you cancel directly in your Apple ID settings on iPhone, iPad, or at appleid.apple.com. Apple processes the cancellation immediately, and you will not be charged on your next billing date.
- Open the Apple App Store app on your iPhone or iPad
- Tap the profile icon (top right corner)
- Select "Subscriptions"
- Find "Pattern" in your active subscriptions list
- Tap "Pattern" and select "Cancel subscription"
- Confirm the cancellation by tapping "Confirm" on the final screen
- You will see a "Cancellation confirmed" message; take a screenshot as proof
Alternatively, visit appleid.apple.com, sign in with your Apple ID, go to "Subscriptions", find Pattern, and click "Cancel". Apple will not charge you again after the current billing period ends.
Step 3: cancel through google play (Android)
If your Pattern subscription came through Google Play, you cancel through the Google Play app or the Google Play website. Google processes cancellations within minutes, and your subscription will end on the next scheduled billing date.
- Open the Google Play app on your Android phone or tablet
- Tap your profile icon (top right corner)
- Select "Manage your Google Account"
- Go to the "Payments and subscriptions" tab
- Tap "Subscriptions"
- Select "Pattern" from your active subscriptions
- Tap "Cancel subscription" and confirm your cancellation
- Screenshot the confirmation page for your records
If you prefer to use the web, visit play.google.com, sign in, click your profile icon, select "Manage your Google Account", go to "Subscriptions", find Pattern, and click "Cancel subscription".
Step 4: cancel through the website (direct billing)
If your Pattern charge came directly from patternweaver.ai (not App Store or Google Play), you cancel by contacting customer support via email. There is no self-service cancellation button on the website, so email is your only option. Yafee advises including all required details in one email to avoid back-and-forth delays.
- Gather your account information:
- Your account email address
- The pack or plan name you subscribed to
- The exact date of your most recent charge
- The amount charged (in MYR or USD)
- Your reason for cancellation
- Open your email client (Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo, etc.)
- Compose a new email to [email protected]
- Write a subject line: "Cancellation request for [your account email]"
- Include all five pieces of information listed above in the email body
- Request written confirmation of your cancellation in the email
- Send the email and note the date and time you sent it
- Save a copy of the email in a folder for your records
According to Pattern's support documentation, they will acknowledge your request within 2 business days and provide a final decision within 5 business days. If you do not hear back within 5 business days, send a follow-up email referencing your original request date. This creates a paper trail that protects you if you need to escalate to the MDTCA later.
Refunds and what happens after you cancel
Cancelling your subscription and receiving a refund are two separate actions. Understanding the difference protects you from paying for a month you do not use.
Refund eligibility under consumer law
You are entitled to a full refund if you cancel Pattern within 10 days of purchase and have not substantially used the service. After 10 days, you can cancel at any time, but Pattern is not required to refund past payments. However, they must stop charging you immediately. If Pattern continues to charge you after you have sent a written cancellation request, contact the MDTCA with your email proof and bank statements, and they will investigate.
If you paid via App Store or Google Play, refund requests go through Apple or Google, not Pattern. Contact Apple Support or Google Play Support with your receipt and reason for the refund within 48 hours of the charge for the best chance of approval. Yafee has seen Apple and Google approve refunds for unwanted recurring charges even outside the 10-day window if you can show you cancelled the subscription promptly.
After your cancellation is confirmed
Once you have cancelled, you have peace of mind knowing you will not be charged again. However, take these final steps to protect yourself:
- Wait for a confirmation email from Pattern (or Apple/Google), and save it permanently
- Check your bank statement 5 days after your expected next billing date to confirm no charge appeared
- If a charge appears after your cancellation, take a screenshot and contact support immediately with the proof of your cancellation request
- If the unwanted charge is not reversed within 14 days, lodge a complaint with your bank and the MDTCA
Common mistakes that delay or prevent cancellation
Cancelling Pattern is straightforward when you follow these steps, but small mistakes can lead to avoidable delays or failed cancellations. Here are the pitfalls that catch most users.
Not identifying your billing platform first
Many users contact Pattern support by email asking them to cancel an App Store subscription. Pattern cannot do this because Apple controls that subscription, not Pattern. This confusion adds days to your cancellation. Always check your receipt first to find out whether you subscribed via App Store, Google Play, or directly. Yafee recommends taking a screenshot of your receipt so you have instant proof of where you subscribed.
Forgetting to request written confirmation
If you cancel via email and do not ask for written confirmation, Pattern has no obligation to send you one. Many users cancel and then cannot prove they did when a second charge arrives. Always end your cancellation email with the sentence: "Please reply to confirm receipt of this cancellation request and provide a reference number for my records." This gives you proof you asked to cancel.
Sending cancellation emails outside support hours
Pattern support operates Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST. If you send your cancellation email at 6:00 PM EST Friday (which is late Saturday morning in Malaysia), it will not be read until the following Monday. Plan to send your email on a Tuesday or Wednesday EST time (late evening or night in Malaysia) so support sees it the next morning and can respond within 2 business days.
Not checking your bank statement after cancellation
Technical glitches sometimes prevent cancellations from processing correctly. If you do not check your bank statement 5 days after your expected billing date, you might not notice Pattern charged you again until the following month. Set a phone reminder to check on the date you expect your next charge would have appeared. If it appears, you have 14 days to request a chargeback from your bank.
What to do if Pattern refuses to cancel or keeps charging you
If Pattern does not respond to your cancellation request within 5 business days, or if they continue to charge you after you have cancelled, you have legal recourse under Malaysian consumer protection law.
Escalation process
First, send a formal written notice to [email protected] stating that Pattern has failed to honour your cancellation request. Include the date of your original cancellation request, the date of any unauthorised charges after that request, and your bank statement showing those charges. Request a refund and a cancellation confirmation within 7 days. Keep a copy of this email for your records.
If Pattern does not respond within 7 days, or refuses to cancel or refund you, lodge a complaint with the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (MDTCA) at [email protected] or visit their website at mdtca.gov.my. Include your original cancellation request email, all charges after that date, and correspondence with Pattern. The MDTCA has the power to compel Pattern to refund you and can impose penalties on Pattern for breaching consumer protection law.
You can also dispute the charge with your bank if it appears on your card statement. Call your bank's fraud team, explain that you cancelled the subscription and Pattern charged you anyway, and ask them to initiate a chargeback. Your bank will recover the funds and investigate the claim. This process typically takes 30 to 60 days.
Checklist: cancelling Pattern safely
Use this checklist to confirm you have completed every step needed to cancel Pattern without risk of future charges or disputes.
| Task |
Done? |
| Found my receipt or bank statement showing where I subscribed (App Store, Google Play, or website) |
☐ |
| Took a screenshot of my receipt or statement |
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| Cancelled through the correct platform (Apple, Google, or email to [email protected]) |
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| Received written confirmation of cancellation |
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| Saved all cancellation emails and screenshots in a folder on my phone or computer |
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| Set a phone reminder to check my bank statement on the date my next charge would have appeared |
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Key takeaways and next steps
Cancelling Pattern in Malaysia is legally straightforward but operationally depends on where you subscribed. If you used App Store, cancel in your Apple ID settings. If you used Google Play, cancel in the Google Play app. If you subscribed directly, email [email protected] with all required details and request written confirmation. Under the Consumer Protection Act 1999, you have the right to cancel your recurring subscription at any time, and Pattern must stop charging you immediately upon receipt of your written request.
Keep all emails, screenshots, and bank statements for at least 6 months. If Pattern continues to charge you after cancellation, contact the MDTCA or your bank to reverse the charges. Yafee has helped thousands of consumers cancel unwanted subscriptions safely and reclaim unauthorised charges by following this exact process. Your cancellation is legally protected, and the steps in this guide ensure you have proof of every action you take.
Save this guide, follow the checklist, and cancel Pattern today with confidence. If you need additional guidance on cancelling other digital services or subscriptions, Yafee provides expert support at yafee.com to help you protect your rights and recover your money.