How to cancel Naked Wines in nigeria and reclaim your money
What Naked Wines is and why nigerians are cancelling
Naked Wines is an online wine retailer that operates an "Angel" membership model across Nigeria and beyond. When you join, you commit to a monthly deposit-typically ranging from ₦8,000 to ₦40,000 depending on your chosen tier-which the platform holds as account credit. You then use this credit to purchase wines, often at member-exclusive discounts.
The deposit is not a purchase; it is a commitment to the platform. Each month, your chosen amount is charged to your payment method automatically. Many Nigerians cancel because currency conversion fees inflate the effective price, because recurring charges no longer fit their budget, or because they were not fully aware of how the deposit system works before signing up. Yafee helps you understand your cancellation rights and walk through each step with confidence.
How the angel membership charges you
When you become an Angel member, you select a monthly deposit amount at signup. This deposit is separate from individual wine purchases. On the date you choose each month, Naked Wines charges your payment method (debit card, credit card, or digital wallet) the full deposit amount. That money sits in your account as credit until you spend it on wines.
The critical point: if you do not spend your full deposit in a given month, the balance carries forward. Cancelling your membership stops future deposits, but your existing balance may be subject to terms and conditions that vary depending on when you joined and which payment method you used.
Common reasons nigerians cancel Naked Wines
Subscription creep-the accumulation of recurring charges that no longer fit your life-is the primary reason members cancel. Currency conversion fees are a secondary factor; when Naked Wines charges your naira-denominated card in US dollars or pounds, your effective cost rises. Wine preference changes, difficulty reaching customer support, and unclear cancellation procedures also drive cancellations. At Yafee, we have seen that transparency gaps at the point of signup are the root cause in most cases.
Your consumer rights under nigerian law
Nigeria's Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Act 2018 (FCCPA) grants you statutory protections when cancelling online subscriptions and membership services.
What the FCCPA guarantees you
The FCCPA requires that all consumer contracts-including membership agreements-must be transparent, fair, and free from deliberately hidden or unfair terms. If Naked Wines' cancellation process is obscured, if they charge undisclosed fees for cancelling, or if they refuse to process a valid cancellation request, you have grounds to escalate the matter under the Act.
The law also protects you against misleading advertising about pricing and membership terms. If you were not clearly informed at signup about how the deposit system works, how cancellation functions, or what happens to your remaining balance, the FCCPA empowers you to challenge the company's position and seek remedy.
Your legal position: You are entitled to cancel your membership at any time, provided you submit a clear written request. Naked Wines must acknowledge your cancellation within 14 days and honour it within a reasonable timeframe. Any refusal to cancel without legal cause, or any delay beyond 14 days, constitutes a breach of the FCCPA.
How to escalate if Naked Wines refuses to cancel
If Naked Wines does not respond to your cancellation request within 14 days, or if they refuse to cancel without providing a valid reason rooted in their terms and conditions, you can file a formal complaint with the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC). The FCCPC is Nigeria's independent consumer protection authority and takes subscription-related disputes seriously, especially when companies operate across borders and target Nigerian consumers online.
Before escalating, document every communication: emails, screenshots of chat transcripts, phone call records, and the dates you submitted your cancellation request. This paper trail strengthens your case and demonstrates good faith effort to resolve the matter directly. Yafee recommends keeping records for at least six months after your cancellation is complete.
Methods to cancel Naked Wines from nigeria
Naked Wines offers three primary cancellation channels: email, phone, and (if available) through the website account dashboard.
Cancel by email to Naked Wines customer support
Email is the most transparent method because you create an immediate written record of your request. The email creates a timestamped document that the FCCPC recognises in disputes, and it places the burden on Naked Wines to provide a timestamped response.
- Locate Naked Wines customer support email address on their website or in your account settings
- Open a new email from your personal or business email account (the one registered with Naked Wines if possible)
- In the subject line, write: "Cancellation Request for Angel Membership"
- In the body, include:
- Your full name as registered on the account
- Your email address and phone number
- Your account number or order number (if you can locate it)
- A clear statement: "I request that my Angel membership be cancelled effective immediately. Please confirm cancellation within 7 days."
- Your preferred resolution regarding any remaining account balance (request a refund, keep credit for future use, or donate to a winemaker)
- Send the email and immediately take a screenshot of the sent message showing the timestamp
- Wait for a response within 7 to 14 days
Cancel by phone
Phone cancellation is faster than email but provides a weaker paper trail. If you choose this method, take notes during the call and follow up with an email confirmation.
- Locate Naked Wines customer support phone number on their website
- Call during their published business hours and be prepared to wait (international lines from Nigeria may have delays)
- When connected, provide your full name and account number
- Clearly state: "I want to cancel my Angel membership effective immediately"
- Ask the agent to confirm the cancellation date in writing and ask for their name and reference number
- Immediately after the call, send a follow-up email to customer support summarizing the conversation:
- "On [date] at [time], I called to cancel my Angel membership. I spoke with [agent name, reference number]. This email confirms the cancellation request I made verbally."
Cancel through the Naked Wines website account dashboard
If the option is available in your account, website cancellation is immediate and provides on-screen confirmation.
- Log in to your Naked Wines account using your email and password
- Navigate to Account Settings or Membership Settings (location varies by website layout)
- Look for a "Cancel Membership" or "Manage Subscription" option
- Follow the on-screen prompts and select your reason for cancellation
- Review the final confirmation screen carefully, which should state your cancellation date and what happens to your balance
- Take a screenshot of the confirmation page
- Send yourself an email with the screenshot or save it to your device immediately
What happens to your money after cancellation
Understanding what happens to your remaining balance is crucial before you cancel.
Refunds and remaining balance
Naked Wines' refund policy depends on your account status and the terms you agreed to at signup. In most cases, if you have a remaining balance in your account, Naked Wines will offer you one of three options:
- Keep your balance as account credit and use it for future purchases (which extends your relationship with the platform)
- Receive a refund of your remaining balance to your original payment method within 14 to 30 days
- Donate your remaining balance to a winemaker or the Naked Wines producer fund
When you submit your cancellation request, explicitly state which option you prefer. For example, in your email, write: "I request a refund of my remaining balance to my original payment method." This prevents ambiguity and gives you grounds to escalate if Naked Wines ignores your preference.
Refunds typically process within 14 to 30 days and will appear in your bank statement as a credit from Naked Wines. If your refund does not appear after 30 days, contact your bank to confirm the transaction and then escalate to Naked Wines customer support with your bank's reference number.
Pricing, deposits, and what cancellation saves you
The table below shows typical Angel deposit tiers and what cancellation prevents you from paying going forward.
| Angel tier |
Monthly deposit (NGN) |
Annual cost if continued |
Why members cancel at this tier |
| Apprentice |
₦8,000 |
₦96,000 |
Budget constraints; unused credit accumulation |
| Artisan |
₦16,000 |
₦192,000 |
Most cancellations occur here; conversion fees inflate cost |
| Connoisseur |
₦24,000 |
₦288,000 |
Preference changes; difficulty justifying premium commitment |
| Virtuoso |
₦32,000 |
₦384,000 |
Life changes; alternative wine sources; customer support issues |
When you cancel, you stop future deposits immediately. If you are on the Artisan tier and cancel mid-year, you save approximately ₦96,000 in remaining deposits for that calendar year alone. At Yafee, we help you quantify these savings so you understand the financial impact of acting now rather than delaying.
After your cancellation is complete
Cancellation is not the end of the process; several important steps follow.
Confirm cancellation in writing
Once you receive confirmation that your cancellation has been processed, save that confirmation email, screenshot, or reference number indefinitely. This is your proof that you cancelled and the date on which you did so.
Monitor your bank account
For the next 60 days after your cancellation date, check your bank statement weekly. If another deposit appears after your cancellation, contact your bank immediately and file a dispute. Provide your cancellation confirmation as evidence that you terminated the membership.
Verify your refund
If you requested a refund of your remaining balance, your bank should show a credit within 14 to 30 days. The transaction description will typically read "Naked Wines" or "Naked Wines Refund." If you do not see the refund after 30 days, email Naked Wines customer support with your cancellation confirmation and ask for a refund status update with a specific timeline.
Delete saved payment methods
Once your refund has cleared, log in to your Naked Wines account (if you still have access) and delete any saved payment methods. This prevents accidental reactivation of your membership if the company changes its cancellation policies or sends reactivation offers in the future.
Common mistakes to avoid when cancelling
Cancellation is straightforward, but a few preventable errors can delay or complicate your exit. Yafee has helped thousands of consumers cancel subscriptions successfully, and the patterns below emerge consistently.
Submitting cancellation through the wrong channel
Do not assume that cancelling via live chat, social media, or phone alone is sufficient. Chat transcripts disappear; social media messages are unreliable; phone calls lack written proof. Always follow up with email. Email creates a timestamped, searchable record that protects you if the company later claims it never received your request.
Failing to specify what you want to happen to your balance
If you do not explicitly request a refund, Naked Wines may assume you want to keep your balance as credit or donate it. When you submit your cancellation, write in clear terms: "I request that my remaining balance of [amount] be refunded to my original payment method [card ending in ####]." This prevents disputes about your intention.
Not documenting communications
Take screenshots of every confirmation page, email, and chat transcript. If you speak to a person by phone, write down their name, the date, the time, and your reference number. If you must escalate to the FCCPC later, these records prove that you made a good-faith effort to cancel and that Naked Wines resisted or delayed without cause.
Cancelling without checking your balance first
Before submitting your cancellation request, log in to your account and note your exact remaining balance. This prevents Naked Wines from claiming you owed money or had already spent your deposit in full. You have a right to know what is owed to you before you walk away.
Comparison: Naked Wines vs. alternative wine retailers in nigeria
If you are cancelling Naked Wines because of deposits, hidden fees, or poor customer service, the table below compares how other wine retailers operate.
| Retailer |
Membership model |
Monthly commitment |
Cancellation ease |
Best for |
| Naked Wines |
Angel deposits (prepaid credit) |
₦8,000 to ₦32,000 |
Email or phone; 14-day processing |
Committed wine enthusiasts with flexible budgets |
| Local wine distributors (Lagos, Abuja) |
Per-order purchase; no membership |
None |
Immediate (no cancellation needed) |
Consumers seeking flexibility and no recurring charges |
| International wine subscription boxes |
Monthly curated shipments; recurring charge |
₦15,000 to ₦40,000 |
Variable; typically 7 to 14 days |
Discovery-focused drinkers who value curation |
If you are uncomfortable with recurring deposits, a per-order model from a local distributor may better suit your needs. Yafee recommends exploring alternatives before you decide whether to rejoin a membership-based platform after your cancellation.
Submit your cancellation request to Naked Wines using the contact details below. No Nigeria-specific postal address is publicly available; all cancellation requests are handled via email or phone to their international support team.
Email cancellation requests to
Check your account settings or previous emails for the current customer support email address. Naked Wines typically lists this in the "Contact Us" section of their website. If you cannot locate it, navigate to their website, scroll to the footer, and click "Help" or "Customer Support." This ensures you reach the correct department and department reference number is recorded.
Phone cancellation line
Naked Wines operates an international phone line. You can reach them from Nigeria, but expect potential delays due to international routing. Confirm the current phone number on their website before calling, as numbers change periodically.
Alternative: escalate to the FCCPC
If Naked Wines does not respond within 14 days or refuses to cancel, file a complaint with the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) at [email protected]. Include your cancellation request email, Naked Wines' response (or lack thereof), and a clear description of the issue. The FCCPC will investigate and compel Naked Wines to comply with Nigerian consumer protection law.
Final steps and your path forward
Cancelling Naked Wines is a straightforward process when you follow the right steps and document your communications. Start with an email request, follow up with a phone call if necessary, and escalate to the FCCPC only if the company refuses or delays without cause. Your consumer rights are clear under the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Act 2018, and the FCCPC enforces them.
Yafee has helped thousands of consumers cancel subscriptions in Nigeria by ensuring they understand their rights, choose the strongest cancellation method, and build an airtight paper trail. You are not obligated to remain a member of any service that no longer serves your needs. Act now, document everything, and reclaim control of your finances. Visit Yafee today to access additional cancellation guides, template emails, and escalation resources tailored to Nigerian consumers.