How to cancel Fastvpn in malaysia and stop unwanted charges
What is Fastvpn and why malaysians are subscribing
Fastvpn is a subscription-based virtual private network (VPN) service that encrypts your internet connection, masks your location, and protects your browsing on public Wi-Fi networks. You pay a recurring monthly or annual fee to access their software across multiple devices. The core appeal for Malaysian users is straightforward: privacy on open networks, access to geo-restricted content, and a layer of security when banking or shopping online.
The service operates entirely online through its website and mobile apps, with no physical office in Malaysia. You manage your subscription, payments, and cancellation through your online account dashboard or support email. This model means your cancellation must happen digitally, and proof comes from account screenshots and email confirmations rather than face-to-face interaction.
How the subscription model works
When you sign up, Fastvpn offers a 30-day free trial. After that period, your card is charged automatically unless you cancel before the trial expires. The service operates on a rolling renewal basis: monthly subscriptions renew every 30 days, and annual plans renew every 12 months. You are responsible for cancelling before each renewal date to avoid the next charge.
The billing cycle runs from your subscription start date, not from a fixed calendar date. If you began your free trial on 15 July, your first paid charge would be due on 15 August unless you cancel on or before 14 August. This timing is crucial because many users miss the window and pay for a full month or year they do not use.
Pricing structure in malaysian ringgit
Fastvpn prices are displayed in US dollars on their website, but you will be charged in your local currency. The monthly subscription costs USD 7.88, approximately RM37 (prices vary slightly with exchange rates). Annual plans are advertised at USD 12.00 per month when paid upfront annually, with renewal at USD 34.56 per year, roughly RM164. These rates are published as of mid-2026 and subject to change without notice.
The critical point for Malaysian users: verify the exact ringgit amount on your invoice before confirming purchase. Your credit card statement will show the conversion applied by your bank, which may differ from online estimates. Keep all receipt emails and account screenshots as proof of the price you agreed to pay.
Your legal position under malaysian consumer law
As a consumer in Malaysia purchasing Fastvpn, you are protected under the Consumer Protection Act 1999 (Act 599), which governs unfair contract terms, misleading representations, and your right to cancel distance contracts. This act is enforced by the Malaysian Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDNHEP), which handles consumer complaints and disputes.
Your right to cancel under act 599
The Consumer Protection Act 1999 grants you the right to cancel distance contracts (contracts made online or by phone) within 10 days of purchase without penalty, provided the seller is clearly informed of your cancellation and no service has been fully supplied. However, VPN subscriptions are classified as digital services, which fall under a partial exemption in the law. This means Fastvpn may claim they can charge a proportional fee for the service already used during your trial or subscription period.
Consequently, your strongest legal position exists during the free trial period. If you cancel within the 30-day trial window before the first payment is due, Fastvpn must not charge you. If you cancel after the trial has ended but within 10 days of the first paid charge, you can argue for a refund of that charge under the unfair terms provisions of Act 599, though the company may resist on grounds that you used the service.
Your legal position regarding billing and refunds
Under the Consumer Protection Act 1999, any contract term that allows a company to charge you without clear, prior consent is deemed unfair and unenforceable. Fastvpn must display renewal terms prominently during signup and must send a reminder before each charge. If the renewal terms were hidden or unclear, you have grounds to dispute the charge with your credit card issuer and lodge a complaint with KPDNHEP.
Furthermore, if Fastvpn continues to charge your card after you have cancelled and submitted written proof of cancellation, this constitutes a breach of contract and unfair business practice. You are entitled to pursue a refund via your bank's chargeback process or through KPDNHEP's dispute resolution service, which is free and open to all Malaysian consumers.
Step-by-step guide to cancelling Fastvpn
Cancelling Fastvpn involves a clear sequence: verify your billing date, log into your account, locate the cancellation option, submit your request, and confirm via email. Follow these steps in order to ensure your cancellation is processed before your next charge date.
Step 1: check your billing date and current plan
Before you cancel, you must know exactly when your next charge is due. Log into your Fastvpn account at fastvpn.com using your email and password. Navigate to "Account Settings" or "Subscription" (the exact label varies by app version). Screenshot the renewal date and the amount shown. If your renewal date is tomorrow and you have not yet cancelled, proceed immediately to Step 2.
- Open Fastvpn.com and click "Log In" (top right).
- Enter your registered email address and password.
- Locate the "Subscription" or "Billing" tab in your account dashboard.
- Take a screenshot showing your plan type, renewal date, and next charge amount.
- Note whether you subscribed via the web, App Store, or Google Play.
Step 2: cancel through your account dashboard
If you subscribed directly through Fastvpn's website, you can cancel immediately through your online account. This is the fastest and most reliable method because you receive instant confirmation and the cancellation takes effect within minutes.
- Log into your Fastvpn account.
- Go to "Subscription" or "Billing" in the menu.
- Look for a "Cancel Subscription" or "Manage Plan" button.
- Click it and follow the on-screen prompts (Fastvpn may ask why you are cancelling; this is optional to answer).
- Confirm the cancellation when prompted.
- Screenshot the confirmation page or email receipt showing your cancellation is complete.
- Save this email in a dedicated folder titled "Fastvpn Cancellation" for your records.
Step 3: cancel if you subscribed via the app store or google play
If you signed up through Apple's App Store or Google Play Store, you must cancel the subscription through that platform, not through Fastvpn's website. Fastvpn cannot process the cancellation if payment is handled by a third party.
For Apple App Store (iPhone/iPad):
- Open the Settings app on your device.
- Tap your name at the top, then "Subscriptions".
- Find Fastvpn in the list and tap it.
- Tap "Cancel Subscription" and confirm.
- You will receive a cancellation email from Apple; save it immediately.
For Google Play Store (Android):
- Open the Google Play Store app.
- Tap your profile icon (top right), then "Payments and subscriptions".
- Select "Subscriptions".
- Tap Fastvpn and then "Cancel subscription".
- Confirm the cancellation and save the email receipt from Google.
Step 4: send a confirmation email to Fastvpn support
After cancelling through your account or app store, send a follow-up email to [email protected]. This creates a written record and serves as proof if a dispute arises later. Fastvpn's published support hours are 24/7, though response time typically ranges from 4 to 24 hours.
- Compose a new email to [email protected] with the subject "Cancellation Confirmation Request".
- Include the following information in the body:
- Your registered email address with Fastvpn.
- The date you initiated the cancellation through your account.
- Your subscription plan type (monthly or annual).
- The date your next renewal was scheduled.
- A screenshot of your account dashboard showing "Subscription Cancelled" or similar status.
- Request written confirmation that your subscription has been cancelled and that no further charges will be made.
- Save the sent email and any response you receive.
Step 5: verify cancellation status one week later
One week after you cancel, log back into your Fastvpn account to confirm the cancellation status has not been reversed. Check your email for any unexpected renewal notices. If Fastvpn charged you after cancellation, contact your bank immediately to dispute the charge and initiate a chargeback.
What happens after you cancel Fastvpn
Once your cancellation is confirmed, your access to Fastvpn terminates on your renewal date, not immediately. You retain full access to all features until midnight on the last day of your paid billing cycle. After that date, you cannot connect through Fastvpn's servers, and your login will fail.
Timeline after cancellation
If your renewal date is 15 August and you cancel on 14 August, you will have access until 23:59 on 15 August. At 00:00 on 16 August, your account locks and the service becomes unavailable. This grace period allows you to download any connection logs or settings you may need. After access is lost, you cannot retrieve data from the app itself, so back up anything important before the cut-off date.
What to do with stored payment methods
Fastvpn retains your credit card details on file unless you explicitly remove them. Once your subscription is cancelled, navigate to your account "Payment Methods" or "Billing Information" and delete the stored card. This prevents accidental charges if Fastvpn reactivates your account due to a system error or if your account is compromised.
Refund eligibility and how to claim
Fastvpn publishes a 30-day money-back guarantee, which means you can request a full refund if you cancel within 30 days of your first paid charge and notify support in writing. This guarantee is separate from the mandatory 10-day cooling-off period under Malaysian law.
Claiming a refund during the 30-day guarantee window
If you subscribed, paid for your first month, and then decided the service does not meet your needs, you are eligible for a refund within 30 days of that first charge. This applies only to the initial month or annual payment, not to subsequent renewals.
- Send an email to [email protected] with the subject "Refund Request".
- Include:
- Your registered email address.
- The date of your first paid charge.
- The amount charged in ringgit (from your credit card statement).
- A brief reason for the refund request (optional but helpful).
- A screenshot of your original invoice or receipt.
- State clearly: "I am requesting a refund under Fastvpn's 30-day money-back guarantee."
- Ask for confirmation of the refund and the expected processing time.
- Track the email and the refund to your bank account.
Refund processing and timeline
Fastvpn typically processes approved refunds within 5 to 10 business days. The funds will be credited to your original payment method (the credit card you used). If you do not see the refund after 10 business days, contact your bank to confirm they have received it. Some banks hold refunds for an additional 2 to 3 days before clearing them to your account.
Disputing a refund if Fastvpn refuses
If Fastvpn denies your refund claim or does not respond to your request within 7 days, you have two escalation routes. First, contact your credit card issuer and request a chargeback, providing your cancellation email and Fastvpn's refusal email as evidence. Second, file a formal complaint with KPDNHEP, the Malaysian government agency responsible for consumer protection. KPDNHEP will investigate Fastvpn's refusal and may compel a refund if the company breached consumer law.
Pricing comparison table
| Plan type |
Billing cycle |
Monthly cost (USD) |
Monthly cost (RM approx.) |
Renewal cost |
Best for |
| Monthly |
Every 30 days |
USD 7.88 |
RM 37 |
USD 7.88 each renewal |
Testing the service short-term |
| Annual |
Every 12 months |
USD 12.00 |
RM 57 |
USD 34.56 at renewal |
Committed long-term users wanting lower monthly cost |
Common mistakes to avoid when cancelling
Most cancellation problems arise not from Fastvpn's refusal but from user errors in timing or method. You are not alone if you have already made one of these mistakes; the solution is to act now and reclaim your rights under Malaysian consumer law.
Mistake 1: cancelling too late in the billing cycle
The most common error is delaying the cancellation until after the renewal charge has been processed. If your renewal date is 15 August and you cancel on 16 August, the charge has already gone through. You cannot reverse the payment by cancelling after the fact; you must request a refund instead, which adds delay and uncertainty.
Solution: Set a calendar reminder five days before your renewal date. For example, if your renewal is 15 August, set the alarm for 10 August. Check your account that day and cancel immediately if needed. This buffer gives you time to troubleshoot if the cancellation button does not work.
Mistake 2: cancelling through the wrong platform
Users who subscribed via the App Store and then tried to cancel through Fastvpn's website often report that the cancellation never took effect. The payment processor (Apple or Google) and Fastvpn are separate systems. Cancelling in one does not cancel in the other. You must cancel through the platform where you paid.
Solution: Check your original purchase receipt email. It will state "Purchased via App Store" or "Purchased via fastvpn.com". Use that method to cancel. If unsure, cancel through all three channels (account dashboard, App Store, Google Play, and email support) to ensure it takes effect.
Mistake 3: not sending a confirmation email
Many users cancel through their account, see a confirmation message, and assume the job is done. However, Fastvpn's digital cancellation system occasionally malfunctions or fails to record the action. Without a follow-up email to [email protected] requesting written confirmation, you have no proof if a charge appears later.
Solution: Always send the follow-up email described in Step 4, even if your account shows "Cancelled". Save the response from support. If Fastvpn later claims you never cancelled, this email chain is your legal proof.
Mistake 4: ignoring unexpected charges after cancellation
If a charge appears on your credit card after you cancelled, do not ignore it. The longer you delay disputing it, the harder it becomes to prove Fastvpn processed it in error. Initiate a chargeback within 30 days of the unauthorized charge.
Solution: Review your credit card statement weekly after cancellation until the expected renewal date passes. If an unwanted charge appears, call your bank immediately and say "I cancelled this subscription, and I do not authorise this charge. Please dispute it." Your bank will freeze the charge pending investigation.
How yafee can help you stay protected
Cancelling Fastvpn requires clear communication, timely action, and documented proof. Yafee specialises in helping consumers navigate subscription cancellations, refunds, and disputes with digital services like VPNs, streaming apps, and software subscriptions. When you have a question about your rights under the Consumer Protection Act 1999 or need guidance on how to dispute an unauthorised charge, Yafee's legal resources and templates are available to guide you.
Yafee has helped thousands of consumers cancel unwanted subscriptions and recover charges through our step-by-step guides and sample dispute emails. If Fastvpn refuses your cancellation or refund request, Yafee can help you understand your next steps under Malaysian law and provide templates for escalation letters to KPDNHEP or your bank.
Checklist: cancelling Fastvpn safely
| Task |
Deadline |
Completed? |
| Check your renewal date and next charge amount |
At least 3 days before renewal |
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| Cancel through your Fastvpn account, App Store, or Google Play |
At least 1 day before renewal |
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| Screenshot the cancellation confirmation |
Same day as cancellation |
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| Send confirmation email to [email protected] |
Same day as cancellation |
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| Save all emails from Fastvpn and your payment processor |
Ongoing |
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| Verify cancellation status in your account one week later |
One week after cancellation |
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Final summary and next steps
Cancelling Fastvpn is straightforward when you follow the correct steps: verify your renewal date, cancel through the platform where you subscribed, send a follow-up confirmation email, and monitor your account for unwanted charges. Your rights as a Malaysian consumer are protected under the Consumer Protection Act 1999, which entitles you to a 10-day cooling-off period on distance purchases and a right to dispute unfair billing practices.
If Fastvpn charges you after cancellation or refuses a refund within the 30-day guarantee period, you can escalate the dispute through your credit card issuer's chargeback process or by filing a complaint with KPDNHEP. Both routes are free and designed specifically to protect consumers in situations like yours.
For ongoing support, Yafee provides free templates, sample dispute emails, and detailed guides on consumer rights in Malaysia. Whether you are cancelling Fastvpn today or preparing to cancel another subscription in the future, Yafee's resources ensure you have the information and confidence to act. Visit Yafee.com to explore more cancellation guides and learn how Yafee has helped thousands of Malaysian consumers protect themselves from unwanted charges and unfair contract terms.
Fastvpn does not publish a Malaysia-specific office address. All support is handled through their online channels. In accordance with Malaysian consumer protection law, you should contact Fastvpn through the following verified methods:
- Email: [email protected] (24/7 support published)
- Website: fastvpn.com/help (help centre portal)
- Billing disputes escalation: File a complaint with KPDNHEP at www.kpdnhep.gov.my or call 1-800-80-6842 (toll-free in Malaysia)
- Credit card chargeback: Contact your bank's dispute department directly with cancellation proof
Consequently, if Fastvpn does not respond to your cancellation or refund request within 7 days, proceed to your bank or KPDNHEP without further delay. Do not wait for a response that may not come; Malaysian law is on your side.