How to cancel Avatarify in Malaysia: legal rights and step-by-step guide
How to cancel Avatarify in malaysia: legal rights and step-by-step guide
What Avatarify is and why you might want to cancel
Avatarify is an artificial intelligence video animation application that lets you create animated avatars and animate faces using subscription-based billing rather than one-time purchase fees. The service operates as a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform, meaning you pay recurring charges to maintain access to premium features and editing tools.
If you subscribed to Avatarify through the Malaysian App Store and now want to stop the recurring charges, you have legal rights under Malaysia's Consumer Protection Act 1999. The problem many users face is that Avatarify's published terms and conditions do not clearly state how to cancel, when refunds apply, or what happens to your data after you stop paying. This guide walks you through your options and your legal position, grounded in Malaysian consumer law.
At Yafee, we specialise in helping users understand subscription cancellation procedures and enforce their consumer rights. This article applies specifically to Malaysian users paying in RM (Malaysian Ringgit).
How Avatarify charges you in malaysia
According to the Malaysian App Store listing, Avatarify offers several subscription tiers:
| Plan type |
Frequency |
Price (MYR) |
Trial period |
| Weekly access |
Every 7 days |
RM10.90 |
None listed |
| Weekly (trial) |
Every 7 days |
RM24.90 |
3 days free |
| Weekly premium |
Every 7 days |
RM15.90 |
None listed |
| Yearly access |
Every 12 months |
RM154.90 |
None listed |
| Yearly (trial) |
Every 12 months |
RM152.90 |
3 days free |
The exact plan you hold depends on where you started your subscription. If you signed up via Apple (iPhone or iPad), your subscription is managed by Apple. If you downloaded Avatarify on Android, Google Play manages your billing. If you created an account directly on the Avatarify website, the company itself holds your subscription data.
Why users decide to cancel
Users commonly cancel Avatarify for three reasons: the trial period ended and charges began without clear notice, you no longer use the premium features, or you were charged after you believed you had already cancelled. Without a visible local support team in Malaysia, many users feel stuck. Yafee research shows that unclear cancellation procedures are the top complaint across subscription services in Southeast Asia.
Your legal position under malaysian consumer law
Malaysia's consumer protection framework protects you when you cancel a subscription service. Your rights are rooted in the Consumer Protection Act 1999 and the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 (which covers digital services).
Key consumer rights that protect you
Under the Consumer Protection Act 1999, you have the right to fair contract terms. This means Avatarify must clearly disclose the price, frequency, cancellation method, and trial terms before you pay. If the company's terms are unclear, ambiguous, or hidden, you can dispute charges and demand a refund.
Furthermore, if Avatarify auto-renewed your subscription without explicit consent before the trial ended, that breaches the unfair contract terms section of the Act. You are entitled to a refund of charges applied without clear notice.
In accordance with the Consumer Protection Act, if you cancel within a reasonable period (typically interpreted as 7 to 14 days for digital services), you have grounds to request a refund of the most recent charge. However, Yafee recommends documenting your cancellation attempt immediately and keeping all receipts.
Your legal position: You have the right to cancel Avatarify at any time. If you were charged after the trial period without clear notice, or if cancellation was deliberately made difficult, the company may be in breach of the Consumer Protection Act. If Avatarify refuses to refund, you can escalate to the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (KPDNHEP).
When Avatarify must provide a refund
Refunds are not automatic in Malaysia's consumer law, but they become mandatory in specific situations:
- You cancelled within 14 days of the first charge and the company approved the cancellation.
- The charge was applied without your informed consent (for example, after a trial ended).
- The service failed to deliver the features promised in the description or advertising.
- Avatarify is no longer available to you due to company action (not your voluntary cancellation).
Yafee advises that digital services sit in a grey area: if you downloaded Avatarify and used it, the company may argue no refund applies. However, if you were unaware the free trial would auto-renew, the initial auto-renewal charge is refundable.
Cancellation method depends on where you purchased the subscription. Follow the steps for your platform to stop future charges.
Cancel if you subscribed via apple app store
If you signed up on iPhone or iPad, Apple manages your subscription and payment. Cancel through Apple, not inside the Avatarify app.
- On your iPhone or iPad, open Settings.
- Tap your Apple ID name at the top of the screen.
- Tap Subscriptions.
- Look for "Avatarify" in the list.
- Tap Avatarify.
- A screen showing your plan details will appear.
- Tap Cancel Subscription.
- Apple will ask you to confirm and may offer a discount to keep you subscribed.
- Tap Confirm Cancellation.
- Take a screenshot of the confirmation screen showing "Subscription cancelled" and the date it ends.
- Save this proof in case of disputes.
- Check your Apple ID email for a cancellation receipt from Apple.
- Forward this email to Avatarify support if you are later charged.
Timeline: Apple processes cancellations immediately. Your access ends on the next renewal date shown on the confirmation screen. You will not be refunded for the current billing period, but you will not be charged again.
Cancel if you subscribed via google play
If you downloaded Avatarify on Android, Google Play handles your subscription and billing. Cancellation happens in Google Play, not in the app itself.
- On your Android phone or tablet, open the Google Play Store app.
- Tap your profile icon in the top right corner.
- Tap Manage subscriptions.
- A list of all your active subscriptions will appear.
- Tap Avatarify.
- The subscription details screen opens.
- Tap Cancel subscription.
- Google Play will show a reason screen.
- Choose your reason (for example, "I no longer use this app").
- Tap Continue and then Yes, cancel subscription.
- Google will ask if you want to stay subscribed at a discounted rate.
- Screenshot the final confirmation showing your access ends on a specific date.
- Save the order number and confirmation email from Google.
Timeline: Google Play cancels immediately. You keep access until the end of the current billing cycle. No refund applies for the current period if you are past the first 14 days.
Cancel if you subscribed directly through avatarify's website
If you created an Avatarify account on avatarify.com and paid directly (not via Apple or Google), the company manages your subscription. Cancellation is less straightforward because Avatarify's published terms do not outline a clear cancellation flow.
- Log in to your Avatarify account at avatarify.com.
- Go to the account page or settings menu if visible.
- Look for "Subscription," "Billing," "Plans," or "Manage Subscription."
- If you do not see these options, the cancellation interface may not be available in the web account.
- If you find a subscription settings page, click or tap "Cancel Subscription" or "Delete Plan."
- The company may ask you to confirm and may offer a discount.
- Screenshot the confirmation.
- Note the date shown for when your access ends.
- If you do not see a cancellation option, send an email to any support address visible in the Avatarify app or website.
- Write: "I request cancellation of my subscription effective immediately. Please confirm in writing."
- Keep a copy of your email and any reply.
- Check your bank or credit card statement in 3 to 5 business days.
- If you are charged again, contact your bank's card issuer and dispute the charge as "unauthorised recurring billing."
Timeline: Avatarify does not publish a standard processing time. Allow 5 to 7 business days for cancellation to take effect. If charged after your cancellation request, your bank can reverse the transaction.
What happens after you cancel Avatarify
Cancellation is complete when you see confirmation from your payment provider (Apple, Google Play, or your bank). However, several questions arise after you hit the cancel button, and it helps to know what to expect.
When does your access end
You keep full access to Avatarify's premium features until the end of your current billing period. If you pay weekly and cancel on a Wednesday, you have access through the following Tuesday. If you pay yearly and cancel on day 15 of your subscription, you have access until day 365. You do not lose access immediately.
This is important: many users panic that cancelling means they lose access at once. That is not how subscription services work. You have already paid for the current period; cancellation only stops the next automatic renewal.
Can you re-subscribe later
Yes. Once your access ends after cancellation, you can re-subscribe to Avatarify at any time through the same platform (Apple, Google Play, or the website). If the company offers a trial again, that trial may be available to you. At Yafee, we find that users sometimes cancel and reactivate to claim trial credits.
What about your saved content
Avatarify's published terms do not clearly state whether your exported videos, projects, or account data persist after cancellation. To be safe, before you cancel, export or download any avatar videos, edited projects, or files you want to keep. Most modern subscription apps allow you to export content as MP4 or image files while you still have access.
After your access ends, contact Avatarify support if you need to recover any data. The company is under no legal obligation to store your data indefinitely once you cancel, so act quickly if you want to preserve your work.
Pricing comparison: is cancellation worth it for your budget
Before finalising cancellation, review what you are paying versus what you use. Here is a real-world cost breakdown for Malaysian users:
| Scenario |
Weekly cost |
Annual cost |
Recommendation |
| RM10.90 weekly, used once a month |
RM10.90 |
RM566.80 |
Cancel - switch to yearly if you want to stay |
| RM154.90 yearly, light user |
RM2.98 |
RM154.90 |
Keep - yearly is better value |
| RM24.90 weekly trial, no further use planned |
RM24.90 |
RM1,294.80 |
Cancel immediately - highest cost |
| RM152.90 yearly trial, testing phase |
RM2.94 |
RM152.90 |
Cancel and restart later - trial may apply again |
| Active creator, weekly user |
RM10.90 to RM24.90 |
RM566 to RM1,294 |
Keep - value justifies cost |
If your usage is sporadic (once or twice a month), the yearly plan at RM152.90 becomes a better investment than weekly subscriptions. Cancelling the weekly plan and re-subscribing to the yearly plan could save you money if you know you will use the service long-term.
Common mistakes when cancelling Avatarify
Cancellation feels straightforward, but mistakes can delay the process or cost you money. Here are the traps to avoid.
Deleting the app instead of cancelling the subscription
This is the most common error. Uninstalling Avatarify from your phone does not cancel your subscription. The recurring charge continues because your subscription lives in Apple's or Google's system, not on your device. Delete the app only after you have cancelled the subscription through your app store or Avatarify's account page.
Cancelling through the app instead of through your payment provider
Avatarify's in-app menu may not have a visible cancellation button, or the button may not work correctly. If the app lacks a functional cancel option, do not assume you are stuck. Instead, cancel directly through Apple (Settings > Subscriptions > Avatarify > Cancel) or Google Play (Play Store > Profile > Manage subscriptions > Avatarify > Cancel). This is legally valid and often faster.
Not documenting your cancellation
If you cancel but are charged again, you need proof that you took action. Screenshot the cancellation confirmation from Apple, Google Play, or Avatarify. Save the email confirmation your payment provider sends. Without this evidence, disputes with your bank become harder to win.
Ignoring charges after cancellation
If Avatarify continues charging you after you cancelled, do not assume it is a mistake or ignore it. Contact your bank immediately and dispute the charge. File a complaint with the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (KPDNHEP) if the company does not refund within 30 days. Yafee recommends acting within 14 days of the unwanted charge because most banks have strict deadlines for dispute submissions.
If Avatarify refuses to cancel or keeps charging you
In some cases, cancellation appears to fail, or you are charged again despite cancelling. Here is what to do.
Check your payment method
Before escalating, verify that your cancellation actually went through. Log back into your app store account or Avatarify's website. Look for the subscription status. If it says "Active" instead of "Cancelled," the cancellation did not process. Repeat the cancellation steps.
Request a refund from your payment provider
If you were charged after cancellation, contact Apple, Google, or your credit card company. Provide the charge date, amount, and proof that you cancelled (your screenshot). Most payment providers reverse unauthorised recurring charges within 5 to 10 business days.
Escalate to the ministry of domestic trade and consumer affairs
If Avatarify refuses a refund and your payment provider declines your dispute, file a complaint with the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (KPDNHEP). This is the official consumer protection body in Malaysia and can compel the company to refund you if it has breached the Consumer Protection Act. Yafee strongly recommends keeping all documentation (emails, screenshots, receipts, proof of cancellation attempts) before filing.
KPDNHEP contact details: You can file a complaint online at www.kpdnhep.gov.my or call the Consumer Helpline at 1800-886-800 (toll-free in Malaysia).
Essential checklist: before and after cancellation
Use this checklist to ensure your cancellation is complete and legally documented.
| Before cancelling |
After cancelling |
| Screenshot your current subscription details (plan name, price, next billing date). |
Save the cancellation confirmation email or screenshot from Apple, Google, or Avatarify. |
| Export or download any saved avatar videos or projects. |
Verify your subscription status shows "Cancelled" in your app store or account page within 24 hours. |
| Note the next billing date. |
Check your bank or card statement 3 to 5 days later to confirm no new charge appears. |
| Find your latest receipt and keep it safe. |
File a complaint with KPDNHEP if you are charged after the expected access end date. |
| Identify which platform you subscribed via (Apple, Google, Avatarify). |
Review your email for any messages from Avatarify about your cancellation. |
Why yafee helps users cancel subscriptions like Avatarify
Subscription services often make cancellation deliberately difficult because they want to retain your money. Unclear terms, hidden buttons, no local support, and auto-renewal tricks are standard across the industry. Yafee exists to cut through this noise and ground your cancellation in law and procedure.
When you work with Yafee, you get a clear cancellation path grounded in Malaysian consumer law, a timeline showing what happens after you cancel, and escalation steps if the company refuses to cooperate. Yafee has helped thousands of consumers across Malaysia, Singapore, and the region cancel unwanted subscriptions and recover refunds they thought were lost.
The key is documentation. Screenshot everything, keep receipts, and use the legal framework (Consumer Protection Act 1999) as your foundation. If you are unsure whether your cancellation went through, contact Avatarify's support or your payment provider in writing and ask for written confirmation. Yafee recommends email because it creates a permanent record.
Avatarify does not publish a Malaysian office address. The company appears to operate from the United States (addresses including Palo Alto, California and Wilmington, Delaware are registered in public records). This means local phone support is unavailable.
To contact Avatarify directly, use any support link or email address visible in the app or on avatarify.com. If no contact option appears in the app, visit the help page at avatarify.ai and look for a contact form or email address. Send your cancellation request in writing and keep a copy of your message and any reply.
If Avatarify does not respond within 14 days, do not wait. Proceed directly to your payment provider (Apple, Google, or your bank) to dispute the charges. You do not need Avatarify's permission to stop recurring billing; your payment provider can do it for you.
Your next steps
Cancellation is a legal right, not a favour. You have the power to stop any subscription at any time under Malaysian consumer law. The steps in this guide apply whether you subscribed via Apple, Google Play, or Avatarify's own website. Take screenshots, document your cancellation, and follow up with your payment provider if you are charged again.
Yafee has helped thousands of consumers cancel unwanted subscriptions and recover refunds by grounding every claim in the Consumer Protection Act 1999 and the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998. If you encounter resistance from Avatarify or your payment provider, escalate to the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs. You have law on your side.
Start your cancellation today using the steps above for your platform. If you have questions about your rights or next steps, Yafee's cancellation guides cover all major subscription services in Malaysia and provide the legal framework you need to enforce your consumer rights.