How to cancel AllTrails in new zealand and protect your subscription rights
Why you might cancel AllTrails and what your options are
AllTrails operates as a subscription-based trail discovery platform, offering access to millions of hiking, walking and outdoor route maps across desktop and mobile applications. The service provides premium features including offline map downloads, real-time trail conditions, 3D route previews and custom route creation tools.
You may decide to cancel AllTrails for legitimate reasons: the subscription cost no longer fits your budget, you prefer alternative mapping applications, or your outdoor activity levels have changed. Whatever your motivation, understanding your legal protections and the precise cancellation process ensures you avoid unexpected charges and maintain control over your account. This guide, produced by Yafee specialists, walks you through every cancellation method available to New Zealand users, refund eligibility, and your rights as a consumer.
Common reasons for cancellation
Budget constraints rank among the primary reasons New Zealand subscribers cancel AllTrails. If you signed up for an annual subscription but find yourself using only the free tier's basic features, paying for premium access you do not utilise represents poor value. Similarly, if you have discovered alternative mapping or trail-planning applications that better suit your needs, or if your outdoor plans have shifted, cancellation becomes the sensible financial decision.
What this guide covers
Yafee has structured this resource to address every aspect of your cancellation journey. You will learn AllTrails' current pricing structure, the specific cancellation methods available to New Zealand residents, your refund eligibility under New Zealand consumer law, what happens to your account data after cancellation, and your legal protections if AllTrails disputes your request. Yafee's framework ensures you understand not only how to cancel, but why your consumer rights matter.
Understanding AllTrails pricing in new zealand
Before deciding whether cancellation is right for you, examine what you are currently paying and whether the features justify the cost.
Current subscription plans and annual costs
| Subscription tier |
Annual price (NZD) |
Core features |
User profile |
| Free |
$0 |
Basic map viewing, trail discovery, community reviews |
Casual hikers exploring locally |
| Plus |
$35.99-$47.99 |
Offline maps, 3D previews, wrong-turn alerts, live-share, real-time conditions |
Regular outdoor enthusiasts |
| Peak |
$79.99 |
All Plus features plus custom route creation, outdoor lens, heatmaps |
Serious hikers and route planners |
Why your invoice may vary
AllTrails pricing in New Zealand operates on annual billing only; monthly subscription options are not currently available to New Zealand users. Your actual charge may differ depending on whether you subscribed through the AllTrails website, Apple App Store or Google Play, as platform operators deduct their own transaction fees before AllTrails receives payment. Review your most recent invoice or receipt to confirm the exact amount debited from your account, as this figure matters when calculating any refund you may be entitled to claim.
Your legal protections when cancelling AllTrails
New Zealand consumer law grants you specific rights that apply to AllTrails regardless of what the company's terms and conditions state.
Consumer guarantees act 1993: your statutory foundation
The Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 is the cornerstone of your protection. Under this legislation, AllTrails must supply its digital service with due care and skill, ensure it is fit for purpose and provide it within a reasonable timeframe. If AllTrails fails on any of these grounds-for example, offline maps do not download reliably, real-time trail condition data proves inaccurate, or the application crashes repeatedly-you retain the right to request a refund, service replacement or compensation. Importantly, this statutory right exists independently of AllTrails' stated 30-day money-back guarantee and cannot be weakened by the company's contractual terms.
Your legal position: If AllTrails has failed to deliver promised functionality, you do not need to accept the company's refusal. Document service failures with screenshots, error messages or timestamps, then escalate to the Commerce Commission (comcom.govt.nz) if AllTrails refuses to respond fairly.
Right to cancel within a reasonable timeframe
New Zealand consumer law does not impose a fixed cooling-off period for digital services the way some overseas jurisdictions do. However, you retain the right to cancel at any time before your next renewal date, and AllTrails must honour this cancellation without penalty or additional charges. The company cannot levy early-termination fees or require you to wait until your subscription term ends. Consequently, the sooner you cancel, the sooner you prevent the next automatic charge.
How to cancel AllTrails: step-by-step method for new zealand users
AllTrails does not offer a dedicated New Zealand support line or postal address; all cancellations must be processed through your online account or email contact with their San Francisco headquarters.
Step one: log into your AllTrails account
- Visit alltrails.com or open the AllTrails mobile application on your device.
- Enter your email address and password to access your account dashboard.
- Navigate to your account settings or profile menu (usually located in the top-right corner or within the app's menu bar).
- Look for a "Subscription", "Billing" or "Account" section where your current plan and renewal date are displayed.
Step two: locate your subscription management panel
- Within your account settings, find the "Manage Subscription" or "Billing Information" option.
- If you subscribed through the AllTrails website directly, you should see your subscription details and a "Cancel Subscription" button or link.
- If you subscribed via Apple App Store or Google Play, you must cancel through that platform's own subscription management interface, not through AllTrails' website.
Step three: initiate cancellation through the appropriate platform
- If you subscribed via AllTrails' website:
- Click "Cancel Subscription" within your billing settings.
- AllTrails will likely prompt you to confirm the cancellation and may ask why you are leaving.
- Complete the confirmation process and note your cancellation reference number.
- Check your email for a cancellation confirmation receipt within minutes.
- If you subscribed via Apple App Store (iOS):
- On your Apple device, open the App Store application.
- Tap your profile icon in the top-right corner.
- Select "Subscriptions".
- Find AllTrails in your active subscriptions list.
- Tap "Cancel Subscription" and follow Apple's confirmation prompts.
- If you subscribed via Google Play (Android):
- On your Android device, open the Google Play Store application.
- Tap your profile icon and navigate to "Payments and subscriptions".
- Select "Subscriptions".
- Find AllTrails in your active subscriptions list.
- Tap "Cancel subscription" and follow Google Play's confirmation steps.
Step four: confirm your cancellation via email if necessary
If you encounter issues with the online cancellation process or receive an error message, contact AllTrails support directly. Send an email to [email protected] clearly stating your request to cancel your subscription, your registered email address, and your preferred cancellation date. Reference the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 if the company resists, and keep a copy of your email for your records. Yafee recommends sending this email via a method that provides read receipts or delivery confirmation so you have proof of your cancellation request.
Step five: verify cancellation and check your email for confirmation
- Within 24 hours of submitting your cancellation, you should receive a confirmation email from AllTrails or your subscription platform (Apple or Google).
- Log back into your AllTrails account and verify that your subscription no longer appears as "active".
- Save this confirmation email permanently as evidence of your cancellation request.
- Mark your calendar with your original renewal date to ensure no further charges appear on your payment method.
Refunds and what happens to your account after cancellation
Understanding your refund entitlements and what you can still access prevents surprises after you cancel.
Refund eligibility under new zealand law
AllTrails advertises a 30-day money-back guarantee for new subscribers. If you have been a subscriber for fewer than 30 days from your original purchase date and wish to request a refund rather than cancel at renewal, you are entitled to do so. However, your refund entitlement does not automatically expire after 30 days. Under the Consumer Guarantees Act, if AllTrails has failed to deliver promised service quality-such as offline map functionality not working or real-time alerts being unreliable-you retain the right to claim a refund at any point during your subscription term.
To claim a refund, email [email protected] with clear evidence of the service failure (screenshots, error logs, dates and times when features did not work). Be specific: explain which feature failed, how often it failed, and why this failure prevented you from using the subscription for its intended purpose. Yafee advises that AllTrails should respond within 10 working days with either an offer to fix the problem or a refund.
What you can access after you cancel
Once your cancellation is confirmed, you retain access to AllTrails' free features indefinitely: basic map viewing, trail discovery, community reviews and the ability to create a personal trail list. You lose access to premium features such as offline maps, 3D previews, wrong-turn alerts and real-time condition data. If you have downloaded offline maps before cancellation, you may continue to use those maps for the remainder of their cached period on your device, but you cannot download new offline maps once your subscription ends.
Account data and account deletion
Cancelling your subscription does not delete your AllTrails account. Your profile, saved trails, activity history and personal data remain on AllTrails' servers unless you explicitly request account deletion. If you wish to delete your account entirely, contact [email protected] and request permanent account deletion. AllTrails should process this request within 30 days. Yafee recommends downloading any personal data or saved trails before requesting deletion, as you will no longer be able to access this information once deletion completes.
Timeline for cancellation and when you stop being charged
Timing your cancellation correctly ensures you do not pay for a subscription period you do not use.
Cancellation timing and billing cycles
If you cancel immediately, AllTrails will not charge you again after your current subscription period ends. For example, if your annual subscription renews on 15 March 2025 and you cancel today (in January 2025), you retain access to premium features until 14 March 2025, then lose premium access on 15 March 2025. No further charges will appear on your payment method after that renewal date.
Do not wait until your renewal date is imminent to cancel. If your renewal date is tomorrow and you cancel today, most payment processors will not prevent the automatic charge. Instead, you would then need to request a refund from AllTrails, which could take 10 to 20 working days. Cancel at least 3 to 5 business days before your renewal date to eliminate the risk of an unexpected charge.
Common mistakes to avoid when cancelling AllTrails
Cancellation is straightforward, but small errors can create unnecessary delays or confusion-Yafee has identified the pitfalls most New Zealand subscribers encounter.
Mistake one: cancelling through the wrong platform
If you subscribed via Apple App Store, cancelling through AllTrails' website will not work. You must cancel through Apple's subscription management interface. Similarly, if you used Google Play, you must cancel through Google Play itself. The three platforms operate independently, and cancelling through one does not affect your subscription on another. Check your original purchase receipt or payment statement to confirm which platform processed your subscription, then cancel through that same platform.
Mistake two: assuming cancellation has processed without confirmation
After you submit a cancellation request, verify that a confirmation email arrives within 24 hours. If no confirmation arrives, log back into your account and check whether your subscription still shows as active. If it does, contact [email protected] immediately with evidence of your cancellation attempt. Do not assume silence means success; AllTrails' confirmation email is your only reliable proof that cancellation has been recorded.
Mistake three: failing to cancel before your renewal date
AllTrails' automatic billing will charge you for the next subscription period unless you cancel before the renewal date arrives. If you delay cancellation and wake up to a charge on your next renewal date, you will need to request a refund retroactively. While the Consumer Guarantees Act entitles you to this refund if you ask for it promptly, preventing the charge in the first place is far simpler. Set a calendar reminder for at least one week before your renewal date.
Comparison: when to cancel versus when to keep your AllTrails subscription
This table summarises the financial and usage scenarios where cancellation or retention makes sense.
| Your situation |
Recommendation |
Why |
| You hike fewer than 4 times per year |
Cancel |
Annual cost ($35-$80) outweighs sporadic use; free tier suffices |
| You hike weekly and use offline maps regularly |
Keep |
Premium features directly enhance your experience; annual cost justified |
| You have found a cheaper alternative (e.g., free mapping apps) |
Cancel |
No point paying for overlapping functionality |
| You use AllTrails for professional route planning or guiding |
Keep |
Peak features (custom routes, heatmaps) justify cost; business use case |
| You are tightening your budget and can live without offline maps |
Cancel |
Free tier provides basic trail discovery; minimal loss of functionality |
| You actively use real-time condition alerts and 3D previews |
Keep |
These features save time and improve safety; worth the subscription cost |
If AllTrails refuses your cancellation request or disputes your refund claim, you have enforcement options under New Zealand law.
AllTrails' mailing address for formal correspondence
AllTrails does not maintain a dedicated New Zealand office or postal address. All formal correspondence regarding cancellation or complaints must be directed to:
AllTrails Inc.
610 Townsend Street
San Francisco, California 94103
United States of America
Send your cancellation request or dispute letter via registered mail to this address. Include your registered email address, account creation date, subscription tier, current renewal date and the date you are requesting cancellation to take effect. Retain proof of posting.
Escalation to the commerce commission
If AllTrails refuses to honour your cancellation or denies a refund you believe you are entitled to under the Consumer Guarantees Act, you can lodge a formal complaint with the Commerce Commission. Visit comcom.govt.nz and select "Make a complaint". The Commission will investigate whether AllTrails breached the Consumer Guarantees Act or engaged in unfair contract terms. The Commission has authority to compel refunds and impose penalties on businesses that breach consumer law.
Disputing charges with your bank or payment provider
If AllTrails continues to charge your payment method after you have cancelled and requested a refund, contact your bank or credit card issuer and request a chargeback or dispute. Provide your bank with copies of your cancellation confirmation email and any refund request correspondence. Your bank can recover the unauthorised charges on your behalf, typically within 20 to 30 working days.
Summary: your cancellation checklist
Use this checklist to ensure you have completed every step of the cancellation process.
| Action |
Completed |
Reference |
| Verify your subscription renewal date |
☐ |
Check your AllTrails account billing section or most recent invoice |
| Identify which platform you subscribed through |
☐ |
AllTrails website, Apple App Store or Google Play |
| Initiate cancellation through the correct platform |
☐ |
Follow the platform-specific steps outlined earlier |
| Receive and save your cancellation confirmation email |
☐ |
Keep this email indefinitely as proof of cancellation |
| Log back in and verify subscription shows as inactive |
☐ |
Check your account settings within 24 hours |
| Monitor your payment method for future charges |
☐ |
Check your bank or card statement on your former renewal date |
Final thoughts and next steps
Cancelling AllTrails is a straightforward process when you follow the correct procedure for your subscription platform. New Zealand consumer law protects you at every step: the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 ensures you can cancel without penalty, claim refunds if the service fails to meet promised standards, and escalate disputes to the Commerce Commission if AllTrails refuses to cooperate. Yafee has guided thousands of New Zealand consumers through subscription cancellations, and the principles outlined in this guide apply equally whether you are cancelling AllTrails, another SaaS product or any digital subscription service.
The key is acting before your renewal date, preserving your cancellation confirmation email, and understanding that your consumer rights under New Zealand law supersede any contractual limitation AllTrails' terms may attempt to impose. If you encounter resistance, Yafee recommends citing the Consumer Guarantees Act by name and escalating to the Commerce Commission if necessary. Your right to cancel is absolute, and no legitimate company will refuse to honour it once you have submitted a clear, documented request.