How to cancel Knowt: your complete legal guide for malaysia users
What Knowt is and why you might want to cancel
Knowt is a cloud-based study platform that lets you create digital notes, flashcards, and collaborative learning materials online. The service operates on a subscription model with automatic renewal, meaning your account renews on every billing date unless you actively cancel beforehand. Understanding how Knowt works and what you are paying for is the first step to making an informed cancellation decision.
Knowt as a subscription-based study service
Knowt provides both free and paid tiers. The free version gives you basic note-taking and flashcard creation. The paid tier, called Ultra, unlocks advanced features including AI-assisted study tools, enhanced flashcard functionality, and expanded sharing options. The company is headquartered in Lewes, Delaware, USA, and operates globally, including for Malaysian users.
When you subscribe, Knowt charges your payment method automatically on your renewal date. The service does not publish a specific cooling-off period or money-back guarantee in its terms, which means your consumer protections are determined by Malaysian law, not by Knowt's internal policy. This is where Yafee's knowledge becomes critical: understanding your rights under the Consumer Protection Act 1999 protects you from unfair billing practices.
Knowt pricing for malaysian users
Knowt displays pricing in USD. The annual Ultra plan costs USD 149.99 (approximately RM 708 at current exchange rates), while the monthly plan costs USD 24.99 (approximately RM 118). These are estimates because your actual MYR charge depends on your payment provider's conversion rate at the time of billing.
You may have subscribed through the Knowt website directly, or via the Apple App Store or Google Play Store on your mobile device. Each payment channel has different cancellation procedures, which Yafee will walk you through in detail below.
| Plan type |
Billing cycle |
Approximate MYR cost |
Features |
| Ultra (monthly) |
Every 30 days |
RM 118 |
AI tools, advanced flashcards, collaboration |
| Ultra (annual) |
Every 12 months |
RM 708 |
All monthly features, paid upfront |
| Free |
No renewal |
RM 0 |
Basic notes and flashcards only |
Your consumer rights and what they mean for you
Malaysian law protects you when you buy goods and services. Your rights are anchored in the Consumer Protection Act 1999, which gives you remedies if a company fails to cancel your subscription fairly or refuses to refund you.
The consumer protection act 1999 and automatic renewal
Under the Consumer Protection Act 1999, a supplier must not engage in unfair contract terms or misleading conduct. Specifically, if Knowt continues to charge your payment method after you have requested cancellation, or if the company makes it unnecessarily difficult to cancel, you have legal grounds to dispute the charge. The law assumes that you, as the consumer, have the right to exit a subscription service by a fair and transparent method.
Furthermore, the Act requires that cancellation terms be prominent and easy to find. If Knowt's cancellation procedure is hidden or unclear, and you were charged again by mistake, you can lodge a complaint with the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (MDTCCL), Malaysia's consumer protection authority. Yafee's methodology aligns with this framework: we help you gather evidence and follow the correct cancellation steps so you can prove your compliance if a dispute arises.
Your legal position when cancelling Knowt
You have the right to cancel your Knowt subscription at any time before your next renewal date. Knowt's terms do not specify a lock-in period or minimum commitment, so there is no legal barrier to cancelling immediately. Once you submit a valid cancellation request through the correct channel, Knowt is obliged to stop billing you on your next renewal date. If the company continues to charge you after you have cancelled, you can request a chargeback or dispute through your bank, or escalate to the MDTCCL.
Refunds for charges already made depend on when you cancel. If you cancel before your next billing date, you should not be charged again. If you were charged in error after cancelling, you have the right to request a full refund. Knowt's terms do not spell out a refund window, so in the absence of an explicit policy, Malaysian consumer law assumes you are entitled to recover money for services you did not receive after a valid cancellation.
How to cancel Knowt: step-by-step by payment method
Your cancellation method depends on where you subscribed. Knowt offers three pathways: direct cancellation on the Knowt website, cancellation through the Apple App Store, or cancellation through Google Play. Yafee recommends completing the entire procedure and saving evidence before moving on to the next step.
Cancel directly on the Knowt website
If you signed up for Knowt directly on knowt.com using your email and credit card, you must cancel through your account settings. This is the most straightforward route because you control the entire transaction and can see your confirmation in real time.
- Open knowt.com in your browser.
- Ensure you are on the official Knowt website, not a third-party reseller.
- Log in with your email and password.
- Use the email address associated with your paid subscription.
- Click your profile icon or menu button in the top-right corner.
- Look for "Settings" or "Account" options.
- Select "Settings" or "Account Settings".
- You should now see a dashboard with your account details.
- Locate "Your Plan" or "Subscription" in the settings menu.
- This section displays your current plan, renewal date, and payment method.
- Scroll to the bottom of the plan section and click "Cancel Subscription".
- Knowt will ask you to confirm and may prompt you to provide a reason for cancelling.
- Complete the cancellation form and click "Confirm Cancellation".
- Wait until you see a final confirmation screen with the date and time of your cancellation request.
- Take a screenshot of the confirmation page.
- Save this image to your device or cloud storage as proof of cancellation.
- Check your email for a cancellation confirmation from Knowt.
- This email should confirm that your subscription has been cancelled and specify your final billing date.
Cancel through the apple app store (iOS)
If you subscribed to Knowt via the Apple App Store on your iPhone or iPad, Apple handles your billing and subscription management. You must cancel through Apple's subscription settings, not through the Knowt app itself.
- Open the "Settings" app on your iOS device.
- Do not open the Knowt app; Apple's settings control the subscription.
- Tap your name or Apple ID at the top of the settings screen.
- This opens your Apple account overview.
- Tap "Subscriptions".
- You will see all active subscriptions tied to your Apple ID.
- Find and tap "Knowt".
- Apple displays the subscription plan, renewal date, and price.
- Tap "Cancel Subscription" or "Remove" (the exact wording depends on your iOS version).
- Apple will confirm that you are cancelling and may ask for a reason.
- Confirm the cancellation.
- Your subscription will end at the end of your current billing period, not immediately.
- Take a screenshot showing that the Knowt subscription no longer appears in your active subscriptions list.
- This proves cancellation to Apple and Knowt if you need to dispute a charge later.
Cancel through google play (Android)
If you subscribed to Knowt via Google Play on your Android phone or tablet, Google manages your subscription. You cancel through the Google Play app or website, not within Knowt itself.
- Open the Google Play Store app on your Android device.
- Tap your profile icon in the top-right corner.
- Tap "Manage my subscriptions" or "Payments and subscriptions".
- The exact menu label depends on your Android version and Google Play version.
- Find "Knowt" in your active subscriptions list.
- You will see your plan type, renewal date, and next charge amount.
- Tap "Knowt" to open the subscription details.
- Google displays full billing history and cancellation options.
- Tap "Cancel subscription".
- Google may ask you to confirm and provide feedback on why you are cancelling.
- Confirm your cancellation choice.
- Your subscription ends at the end of your current billing cycle.
- Take a screenshot of the cancellation confirmation.
- Save evidence showing that Knowt no longer appears in your active subscriptions.
Email cancellation as a backup method
If the above methods do not work or you encounter an error, contact Knowt's support team by email. This is a secondary option, but Yafee recommends it only if the website or app methods fail, because email cancellations can take longer to process.
- Compose an email to [email protected].
- Use the email address associated with your Knowt account.
- Write a clear subject line: "Subscription Cancellation Request - [Your Email Address]".
- This ensures the support team finds your request quickly.
- Include the following information in the body:
- Your full name and registered email address.
- Your subscription plan (e.g., Ultra Monthly or Ultra Annual).
- The date your subscription started.
- Your most recent billing date and next renewal date.
- A clear statement: "I request that my Knowt subscription be cancelled effective immediately."
- Request a written confirmation of cancellation.
- Ask the support team to reply confirming the cancellation date and your final billing date.
- Send the email and keep a copy in your records.
- Do not delete the email chain; you may need it to prove cancellation later.
- Allow 3 to 5 business days for a response.
- If you do not receive a confirmation within this period, follow up with a second email.
What happens after you cancel Knowt
After you submit a valid cancellation request, the clock starts ticking toward your final billing date. Understanding the timeline and what to expect helps you avoid unexpected charges and plan your next study tool.
Your account access after cancellation
Knowt typically allows you to access your account until the end of your current billing period. For example, if you cancel on 15 June and your renewal date is 30 June, you can usually use Knowt's paid features until 30 June. On 1 July, your account reverts to the free tier, and you lose access to Ultra features.
Knowt's terms do not specify what happens to your saved notes, flashcards, and study materials after your subscription ends. Consequently, Yafee strongly recommends that you export or download all your study content before your cancellation takes effect. You can usually copy your flashcards and notes into a text file, PDF, or another study app to preserve your work.
Billing confirmation and evidence gathering
Check your email and your bank statement carefully for 5 to 7 days after your cancellation date. You should see a cancellation confirmation email from Knowt or from your payment provider (Apple, Google, or your bank). If you do not receive this confirmation, contact Knowt's support team or your payment provider immediately to verify cancellation.
Keep all cancellation confirmations, screenshots, and bank statements together in a folder. In the unlikely event that Knowt charges you again after cancellation, this evidence is essential to prove your claim to your bank or to the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living.
Refunds and what you can recover
Whether you can recover money depends on when you cancelled relative to your next billing date and whether you were charged in error.
Refunds for charges made before cancellation
If you cancelled before your next renewal date, you should not be charged again. Any charges you made while actively subscribed are non-refundable unless you can demonstrate that Knowt failed to provide the service or that you cancelled within a legal window (for example, within a statutory cooling-off period if the service was sold to you through a distance contract).
Malaysian consumer law does not specify a mandatory cooling-off period for digital services or subscriptions, but if you subscribed by responding to unsolicited advertising or were misled about features, you may have grounds for a refund under the Consumer Protection Act 1999. In this case, contact the MDTCCL to lodge a formal complaint.
Refunds for charges made after cancellation
If Knowt charged your payment method after you cancelled, you are entitled to a full refund. Contact your bank or payment provider (Apple, Google) immediately and dispute the charge. Provide your cancellation confirmation as evidence. Most banks and payment platforms will reverse the charge within 5 to 10 business days.
Simultaneously, email Knowt's support team and request a manual refund. Include your cancellation confirmation screenshot and the erroneous charge receipt. Yafee's experience shows that companies respond faster when they know you have already disputed the charge with your bank.
| Scenario |
Refund eligible? |
Action |
| Cancelled before renewal, no charge after |
No |
No action needed; your subscription ends as planned. |
| Cancelled before renewal, charged again by mistake |
Yes |
Dispute with your bank and email Knowt for a manual refund. |
| Did not cancel, charged on renewal date |
No |
Cancel immediately and dispute only future charges. |
| Subscribed under false pretences or misled about features |
Possibly |
Lodge a complaint with the MDTCCL under the Consumer Protection Act 1999. |
Common mistakes to avoid when cancelling
Cancelling a subscription is straightforward once you know the steps, but a few missteps can derail the process and leave you vulnerable to unexpected charges. You are not alone if you have made one of these mistakes; Yafee has seen them countless times, and they are all recoverable.
Mistake 1: cancelling only within the app, not on the correct platform
Many users assume that deleting the Knowt app from their phone cancels their subscription. It does not. If you subscribed via the App Store or Google Play, deleting the app leaves your subscription active and billing continues. Conversely, if you subscribed on the website and try to cancel within the app, your cancellation may not register in Knowt's system.
Always cancel on the same platform where you subscribed. If you are unsure, check your most recent billing email or your bank statement; it will show whether Apple, Google, or Knowt charged you directly.
Mistake 2: not waiting for a confirmation page or email
Some users assume that submitting a cancellation form is complete. In reality, you need to see and save evidence of the confirmation. Without a screenshot or confirmation email, you have no proof if Knowt later denies that you cancelled.
Always wait for the final confirmation screen to appear, take a screenshot, and check your email within 24 hours for a confirmation message from Knowt, Apple, or Google.
Mistake 3: cancelling too close to the renewal date
If you cancel on the same day as your renewal, Knowt or your payment provider may have already processed the charge. Always cancel at least 2 to 3 days before your renewal date to ensure the cancellation registers in time.
Mistake 4: assuming that payment disputes will automatically succeed
If you dispute a charge with your bank without providing cancellation evidence, your bank may side with Knowt if Knowt claims you never cancelled. Always gather your cancellation confirmation screenshot and email before disputing a charge, and submit this evidence to your bank as part of the dispute.
Pricing comparison and whether to keep or cancel
Before finalizing your cancellation, consider whether Knowt's Ultra plan is truly worth the cost for your study needs. Yafee provides this comparison table to help you weigh the value against the price.
| Study tool or feature |
Knowt Ultra |
Free alternative |
Cost difference |
| Digital flashcards and notes |
Advanced AI suggestions, unlimited sharing |
Quizlet Free (basic flashcards, limited sharing) |
RM 118/month (Knowt) vs RM 0 (Quizlet Free) |
| AI study assistance |
Knowt Ultra includes AI-generated questions and summaries |
ChatGPT Free (requires manual prompts) |
Knowt Ultra RM 118/month vs ChatGPT Free RM 0 |
| Collaborative learning |
Unlimited shared study sets with friends |
Google Docs (free, less specialized) |
Knowt Ultra RM 118/month vs Google Docs RM 0 |
| Offline access |
Limited offline functionality in Ultra |
Anki (free, full offline) |
Knowt Ultra RM 118/month vs Anki Free RM 0 |
If you are paying RM 118 per month but only use Knowt occasionally, or if you have moved to a different study method, cancelling makes financial sense. If you rely heavily on Knowt's AI features and collaborative tools for daily study, the cost may justify renewal.
Checklist: your final cancellation checklist
Use this checklist to ensure you have completed every step and protected yourself against future charges.
- Identified the platform where you subscribed (Knowt website, App Store, or Google Play).
- Logged in to your account and noted your current plan and renewal date.
- Backed up all important notes, flashcards, and study materials.
- Completed the cancellation process on the correct platform.
- Waited for and saved a screenshot of the final confirmation page.
- Checked your email for a cancellation confirmation (within 24 hours).
- Verified your next billing date to confirm no further charges will occur.
- Set a reminder 2 days before your old renewal date to check your bank statement.
- Reported any unexpected charges to your bank within 24 hours of discovery.
- Kept all cancellation evidence in a secure folder for at least 12 months.
Although Knowt does not provide a physical mailing address in Malaysia, you have multiple contact and escalation options. Consequently, in the rare event that direct cancellation fails, Yafee recommends this escalation path.
Direct contact with Knowt
For cancellation issues or refund requests, email Knowt's support team at [email protected]. In your email, include your registered email address, subscription plan, and cancellation request. Allow 3 to 5 business days for a response.
Company address (headquarters)
Knowt is incorporated in Delaware, USA. The company does not publish a Malaysia-specific office address. If you need to escalate beyond email support, you can reference the following information in correspondence:
Knowt, Inc.
Lewes, Delaware, USA
(Registered in the United States; no Malaysia branch listed)
Escalation: ministry of domestic trade and cost of living (MDTCCL)
If Knowt refuses to cancel your subscription, continues charging after cancellation, or denies a legitimate refund request, you can lodge a formal complaint with Malaysia's consumer protection authority:
Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (MDTCCL)
Aras 1-8, Blok A, Kompleks Kementerian Perdagangan Dalam Negeri dan Kos Hidup,
No. 2, Persiaran Sultan Salahuddin, 50628 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Telephone: 1-300-22-6868
Email: [email protected]
The MDTCCL investigates complaints under the Consumer Protection Act 1999 and can compel Knowt to issue refunds or cease unfair billing practices. You do not need a lawyer to file a complaint; simply provide your cancellation evidence and billing records.
Why yafee is here to help you navigate subscription cancellations
Cancelling a digital subscription should not be complicated, yet countless Malaysian users struggle because companies obscure cancellation steps or fail to honor cancellation requests. Yafee's mission is to translate complex consumer law into clear, actionable steps so you retain control of your spending and your data.
By following this guide, you have already completed the hardest part: understanding your rights and the correct procedure. Yafee has helped thousands of consumers cancel unwanted subscriptions without losing money or data. Whether you are leaving Knowt for a competitor, taking a study break, or simply tightening your budget, this guide ensures you cancel with confidence and evidence to back you up.
Your next step is to identify your subscription platform (website, App Store, or Google Play), follow the corresponding cancellation steps above, and save all confirmations. If you encounter resistance from Knowt or unexpected charges, escalate to the MDTCCL with your evidence. Yafee's framework, grounded in Malaysian consumer law, protects your rights and your wallet every step of the way.