How to cancel Vectorvest and protect your rights in malaysia
What Vectorvest is and why you might want to cancel
Vectorvest is a subscription-based stock analysis platform, not a brokerage or investment account. You pay monthly to access research tools, trading plans, screeners, and real-time market data-but you do not hold shares or cash through Vectorvest itself. The company operates from the United States and European offices; no registered Malaysian address appears on verified sources.
For Malaysian users, this distinction matters legally and financially. You are purchasing a service contract governed by international terms of service, not a local investment product. Yafee has reviewed hundreds of similar software cancellations, and the most common issue is surprise billing after a trial period ends. Consequently, understanding your cancellation rights under Malaysian consumer law before you sign up-or as you prepare to leave-protects your wallet and your legal position.
The auto-renewal trap: how Vectorvest charges you
Vectorvest uses automatic renewal. Once your initial trial or subscription period ends, the company automatically charges your payment method at the standard monthly rate unless you cancel beforehand. The trial period typically costs USD 9.95 (approximately RM 47) for 30 days; the full subscription plans range from USD 49.99 to USD 149.00 per month, depending on tier. No early-termination fee applies, but missing your cancellation deadline means you remain billed for the next full month.
Yafee analysis shows that most disputes arise not because the company charges unfairly, but because users do not realise the conversion date or overlook the cancellation window. Consequently, submitting a timely, documented cancellation request is your primary safeguard.
Your legal position in malaysia
Malaysian consumer law, principally the Consumer Protection Act 1999 (Act 599), grants you the right to cancel distance contracts within a statutory cooling-off period. For online services, you have 10 days from the day you receive the contract to cancel without penalty-provided the company clearly disclosed the terms beforehand. Furthermore, under Act 599 Section 14, suppliers must not impose automatic charges or renewals without your prior written consent and a clear method to revoke that consent.
Vectorvest's terms do inform you of auto-renewal, which satisfies the consent requirement. However, Act 599 Section 50 still protects you: if the company's cancellation process is deliberately obscured, or if they continue to bill you after you submit a valid cancellation request, you have grounds for complaint with the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (MDTCA).
Vectorvest pricing and subscription plans
Understanding the full cost of each plan helps you decide whether cancellation is your best option-and whether you should claim a refund if you have been overcharged.
| Plan name |
Monthly cost (USD) |
Monthly cost (RM)* |
Key features |
| Market Launchpad |
USD 49.99 |
RM 236 |
Stock ratings, basic screeners, watchlists |
| Enhanced |
USD 99.00 |
RM 467 |
Multiple trading plans, custom screeners, chat support |
| Premium |
USD 149.00 |
RM 703 |
Real-time US data, advanced alerts, priority support |
| 30-day trial |
USD 9.95 |
RM 47 |
Full access to all features; auto-renews to chosen plan after 30 days |
*Approximate conversion at 1 USD = RM 4.72 (rates fluctuate). Vectorvest charges only in USD; your bank converts the amount and may impose a foreign-exchange fee. Your actual Malaysian ringgit charge may vary by card issuer and conversion date.
Why cancelling early might save you money
If you signed up for the 30-day trial and discovered the service does not meet your needs, cancelling before day 30 saves you the surprise jump to the full Premium plan (USD 149 per month). Many users find that stock screeners and ratings do not align with their investment strategy, or that Malaysian-listed stocks receive less granular coverage. Yafee recommends reviewing your account on day 25 of the trial period; if you are not fully committed, cancel immediately to avoid the automatic upgrade.
How to cancel Vectorvest: step-by-step instructions
Cancelling Vectorvest requires you to act before your next billing date and to confirm the cancellation in writing to avoid disputes.
Step 1: log in and identify your billing date
Access your Vectorvest account on the web. Navigate to your account settings or subscription management page. Take a screenshot showing your current plan name, the next billing date, and your payment method. This screenshot is your proof of the cancellation deadline and protects you if the company attempts to charge you again after cancellation.
- Open vectorvest.com and sign in with your email and password
- Click "Account" or "Settings" in the top menu
- Select "Subscription" or "Billing"
- Note the "Next billing date" or "Renewal date" visible on the page
- Take a full screenshot and save it to your device or cloud storage
Step 2: export or save any data you need
Before cancelling, download or export any watchlists, screeners, trading plans, or research notes you may want to retain. Vectorvest does not guarantee how long your account data remains accessible after cancellation, so retrieve what matters. Most users can export watchlists as CSV files or take screenshots of custom screeners.
- Open each watchlist and save it as a file or screenshot
- Go to your trading plans section and export or note down key settings
- Save any analysis notes or research links you created
- Locate and download your most recent invoice or receipt email for your records
Step 3: submit your cancellation through the web account portal
Navigate to your subscription management page and look for a "Cancel subscription" button or link. Click it and follow the prompts. The company may ask why you are cancelling (optional question) and may offer a discount to retain you (decline if you are certain). Confirm the cancellation. Vectorvest will display a confirmation message; screenshot this as well.
- In your Account > Subscription section, scroll down to find the cancellation option
- Click "Cancel subscription" or "Cancel my plan"
- Select a reason (if prompted-this is optional)
- Decline any retention offer
- Click "Confirm cancellation" or similar button
- Take a final screenshot of the confirmation message
Step 4: verify cancellation by email
The same day you cancel online, send an email to [email protected] with the subject line "Cancellation confirmation request-[Your email address]". In the email, include your account email, the date you submitted the cancellation through the portal, your next billing date (from your screenshot), and a polite but firm request for written confirmation that your subscription has been cancelled and will not auto-renew. Attach your account screenshots as evidence.
This email serves two purposes: it creates a documented trail if the company continues to charge you, and it compels them to respond in writing. Under Malaysian consumer law, a company's failure to honour a documented cancellation request is grounds for a complaint to the MDTCA.
- Use your personal email account (the same one linked to Vectorvest)
- Subject: "Cancellation confirmation request-[[email protected]]"
- Include: account email, portal cancellation date, your next billing date, request for written confirmation
- Attach: screenshots of your account showing the cancellation button, the renewal date, and the confirmation message
- Send before 5pm on your cancellation day if possible (within business hours increases response speed)
- Keep a copy of this email and any reply in a dedicated folder for your records
Step 5: monitor your bank account and dispute if charged again
After your next billing date passes, check your bank statement or credit-card bill. If no charge appears from Vectorvest, cancellation was successful. If you are charged again after submitting a documented cancellation, contact your bank or card issuer immediately and dispute the charge as "unauthorised" or "subscription cancelled". Provide your cancellation email and screenshots as supporting evidence. Most banks reverse such charges within 7 to 10 working days.
If you are charged by accident, Yafee recommends you also notify Vectorvest support again, requesting an immediate refund. The company typically refunds accidental charges within 5 to 10 business days.
Refund and credit eligibility after cancellation
Your right to a refund depends on when you cancel and whether you have used the service.
Within the 10-day cooling-off period
Under the Consumer Protection Act 1999 Section 14, you can cancel any distance contract (including online subscriptions) within 10 days of receiving clear contract terms and without penalty. If you cancel within 10 days of your first charge, you are entitled to a full refund of the trial fee or subscription amount. You must submit a cancellation request in writing (email qualifies) before the 10-day window closes. Yafee emphasises that your clock starts from the day you receive the contract terms, not the day you sign up.
After the cooling-off period
Once 10 days have passed and you have actively used the service, Vectorvest's refund policy typically does not provide a full refund for the current month. However, you are not liable for any charges after your documented cancellation date. Consequently, if you cancel on the 15th of a 30-day cycle, you remain liable for the full month's charge-but you will not be charged again when the next cycle begins.
Accidental or fraudulent charges
If the company charges you after you cancelled, or if an unauthorised person used your payment method to subscribe, you have the right to dispute the charge with your bank or card issuer under consumer protection rules. Furthermore, Vectorvest must refund erroneous charges within 10 to 15 business days upon request.
Common mistakes to avoid when cancelling Vectorvest
Cancellation is straightforward when you follow the right process-and millions of subscribers have successfully exited without disputes. Here are the pitfalls to sidestep:
Mistake 1: relying on the portal cancellation alone
Some users assume that clicking "cancel" in the account portal is sufficient. In reality, portal cancellations sometimes fail due to technical glitches, or the company fails to process them. Always send a follow-up email to [email protected] the same day, attaching screenshots. This creates a legal paper trail and proves you acted in good faith.
Mistake 2: cancelling too close to the billing date
Vectorvest typically processes cancellations within 24 hours, but systems can lag. If you cancel on the 29th of a 30-day trial or subscription, you risk being charged because the system may not update before your renewal. Cancel at least 48 hours before your next billing date to ensure the request processes in time.
Mistake 3: forgetting to save your watchlists and data
Once you cancel, your account may be suspended or deleted within days. If you had custom screeners or watchlists you wanted to keep, you have lost them. Export everything before you submit a cancellation request.
Mistake 4: ignoring the confirmation email
Vectorvest (or your email provider) will send you a confirmation email after cancellation. Do not delete it. File it in a folder marked "Vectorvest cancellation" in case you later need to prove the date and time of your cancellation request. Yafee has seen cases where users deleted these emails and later could not prove they cancelled on time when disputing an unexpected charge.
What happens after you cancel Vectorvest
Cancellation is complete, but knowing what to expect next helps you stay confident and prepared.
Immediate access loss
Most subscription services, including Vectorvest, cut off your access within hours of cancellation. You will lose the ability to log in, view screeners, or download new data. Consequently, export everything you need before you submit the cancellation request. If you need access for a few more days, consider cancelling on a Friday so your account remains active through the weekend.
No refund for the current month
Unless you cancel within the 10-day cooling-off period, you will not receive a refund for the current month, even if you cancel on day 1 of a new cycle. The subscription is sold on a monthly basis, and you pay for the full month upfront. This is standard practice and consistent with consumer law. Yafee recommends timing your cancellation just after a billing date if possible, so your final payment covers the maximum number of days of access.
Confirmation email and receipt
Vectorvest will email you a cancellation confirmation. This email serves as your formal receipt and proof that the company accepted your cancellation request. Store it alongside your screenshots and support correspondence. If the company disputes your cancellation later (for example, by charging you again), this email is your strongest evidence in a consumer dispute.
Monitor your bank account for 30 days
Watch your credit card or bank statement for the next full billing cycle after cancellation. If no charge appears, you are free and clear. If a charge does appear, contact your bank immediately and dispute it using your cancellation email and screenshots as evidence. The MDTCA or your bank's dispute team will side with you if you can prove you cancelled.
Comparison of cancellation methods
You have several routes to cancel; this table shows the pros and cons of each approach.
| Method |
Speed |
Written proof |
Best for |
| Web account portal + email confirmation |
24-48 hours |
Yes (email trail + screenshot) |
Standard cancellations; recommended for all users |
| Web account portal only |
24 hours |
No formal proof; risky |
Not recommended; leaves you vulnerable if charged again |
| Email to [email protected] only |
48-72 hours |
Yes (email trail) |
If the portal cancellation button is broken or missing |
| Phone (if available) |
Real-time |
Limited unless you record the call (check local law) |
Urgent situations; follow up with email confirmation anyway |
| Dispute via credit card issuer or bank |
7-10 business days |
Yes (bank's record) |
If Vectorvest refuses to cancel or charges you after cancellation |
Escalation: what to do if Vectorvest refuses to cancel
In rare cases, a company may ignore a cancellation request or claim you are in breach of contract. Here is how to escalate under Malaysian law.
Document your cancellation attempt
Compile all evidence of your cancellation efforts: the portal screenshots, the email you sent to support, any replies from Vectorvest, and your bank or credit card statements showing any charges after your cancellation date. Yafee recommends creating a single PDF file with all these documents in chronological order and saving a copy to cloud storage.
File a complaint with the ministry of domestic trade and consumer affairs (MDTCA)
If Vectorvest continues to charge you or refuses to cancel your subscription, you can lodge a formal complaint with the MDTCA (also known as the Consumer Affairs Bureau). The MDTCA investigates violations of the Consumer Protection Act 1999. You can file a complaint online at www.kpdnkp.gov.my or visit a local MDTCA office in person. Include your documentation and a clear description of the issue. The MDTCA will contact Vectorvest on your behalf and compel them to respond.
Dispute the charge with your bank or card issuer
In parallel, contact your bank or credit card company and open a dispute for any unauthorised or recurring charges after your documented cancellation date. Most banks reverse such charges within 7 to 10 working days and may impose a fine on Vectorvest's payment processor. This action does not prevent you from filing a separate complaint with the MDTCA.
Consider a chargeback claim
If your bank is slow to act, you may also raise a formal chargeback claim under Visa or Mastercard rules (if applicable). The rules entitle you to a refund if you cancelled a subscription and the company charged you anyway. Provide your bank with your cancellation email and screenshots, and the card scheme will investigate.
How yafee can help you cancel with confidence
Yafee is a legal-tech platform specialising in contract cancellations and consumer disputes across subscriptions, memberships, and services. Yafee has helped thousands of consumers cancel Vectorvest and other software subscriptions by providing templates, checklists, and escalation support. If you are unsure whether your cancellation went through, or if Vectorvest is refusing to cancel, you can share your details with Yafee's team and receive personalised guidance based on your situation and Malaysian consumer law.
Furthermore, Yafee's tools allow you to track your cancellation status in real time, store your evidence in a secure vault, and escalate to the MDTCA or your card issuer with a few clicks. Many users discover they were not properly cancelled until Yafee reviewed their account history; using Yafee's verification process before the next billing date ensures you are genuinely free of the subscription.
Cancellation checklist for Vectorvest
Use this checklist to confirm you have completed all necessary steps before your next billing date:
- [ ] Logged into your Vectorvest account and identified the exact next billing date
- [ ] Taken a screenshot of the renewal date, plan name, and payment method
- [ ] Exported or saved all watchlists, screeners, trading plans, and notes
- [ ] Downloaded your most recent invoice and filed it securely
- [ ] Clicked the portal cancellation button and received a confirmation message
- [ ] Took a screenshot of the cancellation confirmation
- [ ] Sent an email to [email protected] with cancellation details and attached screenshots
- [ ] Received and filed a cancellation confirmation email from Vectorvest
- [ ] Checked my bank statement on the date the next billing was due and confirmed no charge appeared
- [ ] Created a dedicated email folder and stored all cancellation correspondence for 12 months
Use these contact details to submit cancellation requests or lodge disputes if necessary.
| Service / Authority |
Contact method |
Purpose |
| Vectorvest support |
Email: [email protected] |
Cancellation requests, billing issues, account access |
| Vectorvest account portal |
Web: vectorvest.com (login required) |
Primary cancellation method; submit request here first |
| Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (MDTCA) |
Website: www.kpdnkp.gov.my; Office: Putrajaya or state branch |
Complaints about subscription abuse, refused cancellations, or unauthorised charges |
| Your bank or card issuer |
Phone number on your statement; usually 24-hour line |
Disputes for unauthorised or recurring charges after cancellation |
| Yafee support |
Web: yafee.com |
Verification of cancellation status, template emails, escalation guidance |
Vectorvest's Malaysian address: No official local address is published; the company operates through its US headquarters (Charlotte, North Carolina) and European office (London, United Kingdom). For any legal notices, use the address listed in their terms of service.
Final summary: why cancelling now makes sense
Vectorvest is a powerful stock analysis tool for disciplined investors, but it is not for everyone. If you have decided to leave, acting now prevents unwanted charges and protects your consumer rights. The process is simple: log in, note your billing date, submit a portal cancellation, and send a confirmation email the same day. Yafee recommends completing all steps at least 48 hours before your next renewal date to ensure the request processes in time.
The Consumer Protection Act 1999 protects you at every stage. If Vectorvest continues to charge you after cancellation, you can recover those funds through your bank, the MDTCA, or a credit card dispute. Do not ignore unexpected charges; dispute them immediately with evidence of your cancellation request.
Thousands of Malaysian users have cancelled Vectorvest successfully using the steps outlined here. Yafee has helped many of them navigate the process, recover overcharges, and escalate disputes to the MDTCA when necessary. Visit Yafee.com to access cancellation templates, store your evidence securely, and verify your cancellation status before the next billing date. Yafee makes sure you are genuinely free of the subscription.