How to cancel Build My Perfect Resume in new zealand and reclaim your subscription rights
What Build My Perfect Resume is and who uses it
Build My Perfect Resume is an online document-building platform that helps job seekers create polished resumes and cover letters using professionally designed templates and artificial intelligence-powered editing suggestions. The service combines template libraries, formatting tools and premium subscription features to let you download finished documents in multiple formats including PDF, Word and plain text. You sign up with an email address, choose a template, customise your content and either use the free tier or pay for premium access to unlock additional templates, downloads and advanced formatting options.
Who uses Build My Perfect Resume
The platform appeals to job seekers who want speed and professional polish without hiring a resume writer. It is popular with career changers, new graduates and people re-entering the workforce who need a structured starting point. Whether you are responding to a specific job advertisement or building a library of tailored resumes for multiple applications, Build My Perfect Resume positions itself as a fast, template-driven solution. However, the value of the premium subscription depends entirely on whether you need ongoing access to premium templates and unlimited downloads.
How subscription auto-renewal works
When you subscribe to Build My Perfect Resume, your payment method is charged on a recurring cycle, either monthly or yearly. The subscription renews automatically unless you actively cancel it before the renewal date. Your renewal date is confirmed in your account settings and in your subscription confirmation email. Many users cancel after completing their resume because they do not realise the subscription will charge again, so understanding your renewal date is the first step toward taking control of your account.
Build My Perfect Resume pricing in new zealand
Understanding the exact costs and billing cycles helps you calculate the true cost of your subscription and decide whether the service justifies ongoing payment. Yafee recommends comparing the monthly and yearly options against your job search timeline.
Subscription plans and current NZD costs
| Plan |
Price (NZD) |
Billing cycle |
Features |
| Monthly subscription |
$34.95 |
Auto-renews monthly |
Premium templates, unlimited downloads, formatting tools, AI editing |
| Yearly subscription |
$119.99 |
Auto-renews annually |
Same as monthly, approximately 28% cheaper per month |
| Free tier |
Free |
No expiration |
Basic templates, limited downloads, watermarked PDFs |
Hidden costs and platform fees
If you subscribe via the Apple App Store or Google Play Store, you may pay slightly different amounts depending on whether your payment method is registered in New Zealand or another country. Currency conversion and platform fees can add 5 to 10 percent to the displayed price. Always check your App Store or Play Store account settings before cancelling to confirm your exact renewal date and amount charged. If you subscribed through the app rather than the website, your cancellation route will be different, and Yafee explains each pathway below.
Your consumer rights and what the law protects
In New Zealand, you have statutory protection when you subscribe to digital services. The Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 and the Fair Trading Act 1986 establish your legal position and outline what you can expect from Build My Perfect Resume and the payment processor.
Consumer guarantees act and subscription fairness
Under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993, any service provided to you must be of acceptable quality, fit for purpose and delivered with due care and skill. If Build My Perfect Resume fails to deliver the promised templates, features or downloads, or if the platform is unstable or unreliable, you have grounds to dispute the charges or request a refund. Furthermore, the provider must not engage in misleading or deceptive conduct regarding pricing, auto-renewal or cancellation processes. If the company makes it deliberately difficult to cancel or hides the cancellation pathway, this constitutes misleading conduct under the Fair Trading Act 1986.
Your legal position on cancellation and refunds
You have the legal right to cancel your subscription at any time. There is no minimum lock-in period for digital services in New Zealand unless you have explicitly agreed to a fixed contract term. If you cancel before your renewal date, no further charges should apply. If Build My Perfect Resume has already charged you for a renewal and you cancel within 14 days, you may be entitled to a refund under the Fair Trading Act if the service was not fit for purpose or if the cancellation process was obscured. If the company refuses to refund a recent charge, you can escalate the complaint to the Commerce Commission, which enforces consumer protection law in New Zealand. The Commerce Commission's contact details are available at www.comcom.govt.nz.
How to cancel Build My Perfect Resume step by step
Your cancellation method depends on whether you subscribed directly through the website, the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store. Yafee has mapped out each pathway so you can cancel with confidence and ensure no further charges apply.
Cancelling via the Build My Perfect Resume website
- Log in to your Build My Perfect Resume account using your registered email address and password.
- Navigate to your account settings.
- Click your profile icon or account name in the top right corner of the screen.
- Select "Account Settings" or "My Account" from the dropdown menu.
- Locate the "Subscription" or "Billing" section.
- Scroll down to find your active subscription details.
- You will see your renewal date, plan name and billing amount.
- Click the "Cancel Subscription" button or link.
- Read any exit survey or reason prompt that appears.
- You may be offered a discounted renewal; decline this if you wish to cancel.
- Confirm your cancellation by clicking "Yes, cancel my subscription" or similar confirmation button.
- Receive a cancellation confirmation email.
- Check your inbox and spam folder for an email confirming the cancellation.
- This email should state that no further charges will be applied after your current billing cycle ends.
- Keep this email as proof of your cancellation request.
Cancelling a subscription purchased via the apple app store
- Open the Apple App Store on your iPhone, iPad or Mac device.
- Tap or click your profile icon in the top right corner.
- Select "Subscriptions" from the menu.
- Find Build My Perfect Resume in your active subscriptions list.
- Tap or click "Build My Perfect Resume" and then tap "Cancel Subscription".
- Apple will ask you to confirm the cancellation.
- Select the reason for cancellation if prompted.
- Receive confirmation that your subscription has been cancelled.
- You will retain access until the end of your current billing cycle.
- Check your email for an Apple receipt confirming the cancellation.
Cancelling a subscription purchased via the google play store
- Open the Google Play Store app on your Android device or visit play.google.com on a computer.
- Tap or click the profile icon in the top right corner.
- Select "Payments and Subscriptions" and then "Subscriptions".
- Find Build My Perfect Resume in your active subscriptions list.
- Tap or click "Build My Perfect Resume" and then tap "Cancel Subscription".
- Google will ask you to confirm the cancellation and provide a reason.
- Confirm the cancellation when prompted.
- Your access will remain until the end of your current billing period.
- Check your email for a Google Play receipt confirming the cancellation.
Cancelling via phone or email
If you cannot cancel through the online account portal, website or app store, Build My Perfect Resume accepts cancellation requests by telephone or email. Contact the customer support team using the toll-free New Zealand number provided in your subscription confirmation email or in your account settings. Alternatively, send a cancellation request to the email address listed on their website or in your account portal. In your email, include your full name, email address associated with your account and a clear statement that you wish to cancel your subscription effective immediately. Request confirmation of the cancellation in writing. Yafee recommends sending your cancellation email via a method that provides a read receipt or delivery confirmation so you have evidence of your request.
What happens after you cancel
Once you have successfully cancelled your subscription, your account enters a wind-down period. You retain access to your account and previously created documents until your billing cycle ends on the date shown in your cancellation confirmation. After that date, your premium features will be locked and you will revert to the free tier. Any documents you created will remain in your account indefinitely, but you will not be able to download them or access premium templates unless you resubscribe.
Confirming your cancellation
After submitting your cancellation request, verify that the cancellation was processed successfully by logging back into your account within 24 hours. Your subscription status should now show "Cancelled" or "Active until [end date]" rather than "Active". If you do not see cancellation confirmation in your account, check your email inbox and spam folder for a confirmation message from Build My Perfect Resume or the relevant app store. If you have not received written confirmation within two business days, contact customer support again and ask for confirmation to be sent to your email address in writing.
Checking for future charges
Monitor your bank or credit card statement for the next 30 days after your cancellation effective date to ensure no further charges appear. If a charge does appear after your cancellation date, contact your bank or card issuer immediately to dispute the charge and request a reversal. Then contact Build My Perfect Resume customer support with proof of your cancellation request and the disputed charge. Yafee advises keeping all cancellation confirmation emails and screenshots of your account status for at least 90 days after cancellation.
Refunds and disputing incorrect charges
In New Zealand, subscription refund rights depend on whether you cancel before or after a renewal charge is applied, and whether the service has been fit for purpose.
Refunds for charges made within 14 days
Under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 and the Fair Trading Act 1986, if Build My Perfect Resume charged your account and you cancelled within 14 calendar days, you may be entitled to a full refund if you can demonstrate that the service was not fit for purpose or if the subscription was charged without clear disclosure of the auto-renewal terms. Contact Build My Perfect Resume customer support immediately and request a refund in writing, citing the date of the charge and your cancellation date. Provide evidence of your cancellation request and explain why you believe the charge was unfair. If the company refuses, you can escalate the dispute to the Commerce Commission.
Disputing charges after 14 days
If more than 14 days have passed since the charge was applied, you can still pursue a refund if you can prove the service was not of acceptable quality or was not delivered with reasonable care. Collect evidence such as screenshots showing platform outages, failed downloads or broken template features during the billing period. Contact Build My Perfect Resume with this evidence and request a refund. If they refuse, you can file a dispute with the Commerce Commission, which will investigate your complaint and advise on your legal remedies.
Chargebacks through your bank
If Build My Perfect Resume does not process your refund within 7 business days of your request, you can contact your bank or card issuer and request a chargeback or reversal. Your bank will investigate the dispute and, in most cases, will provisionally credit your account while the investigation proceeds. Provide your bank with copies of your cancellation confirmation email and any correspondence with Build My Perfect Resume. Most New Zealand banks resolve subscription disputes within 30 days.
Common mistakes to avoid when cancelling
Cancellation is straightforward when you follow the correct steps, and Yafee has identified the pitfalls that catch most users off guard. Being aware of these mistakes now will save you time, frustration and money.
Forgetting to cancel before the renewal date
The most common mistake is delaying cancellation and then finding that your subscription renewed automatically on your renewal date. Check your renewal date in your account settings today, and cancel at least two business days before that date to ensure your cancellation is processed in time. If you miss the window and a renewal charge appears, contact customer support immediately and request a refund of the renewal charge, citing that you intended to cancel before the renewal date.
Assuming deletion equals cancellation
Deleting the Build My Perfect Resume app from your phone or computer does not cancel your subscription. The subscription continues in the background and your payment method will still be charged on the renewal date. You must log into your account and follow the cancellation steps outlined above. Yafee strongly recommends cancelling through your account portal or app store, not simply removing the app.
Cancelling only through the app store without notifying the company
If you subscribed via the Apple App Store or Google Play Store, cancelling through the app store is the correct method. However, some users mistakenly believe they also need to contact Build My Perfect Resume directly. This is not necessary if you cancel via the app store portal, as Apple and Google process the cancellation and notify the service provider automatically. Nevertheless, if you want additional assurance, you can send an email to customer support confirming that you have cancelled through the app store, just in case.
Not keeping cancellation confirmation records
After you cancel, screenshot your account status showing "Cancelled" or "Active until [date]" and save the cancellation confirmation email. If a dispute arises later, you will need this evidence to prove you cancelled on a specific date. Do not rely on memory or assumptions. Keep digital copies of all cancellation-related communications for at least 90 days.
Comparing alternatives to Build My Perfect Resume
If you are reconsidering your choice of resume service, understanding how Build My Perfect Resume compares to other platforms can help you decide whether to stay or cancel and switch. The following comparison outlines the key differences in pricing, features and user experience available in the New Zealand market.
How Build My Perfect Resume stacks up
| Service |
Monthly NZD |
Templates |
Key strength |
Best for |
| Build My Perfect Resume |
$34.95 |
500+ |
AI-powered editing, fast setup |
Quick job applications |
| Canva Resume |
$180 yearly or free |
100+ |
Drag-and-drop design, non-traditional resumes |
Creative professionals |
| Resumake |
Free or $5 one-off |
50+ |
Affordable, minimalist, ATS-optimised |
Budget-conscious users |
| LinkedIn Resume Builder |
Free |
Limited |
Integrated with LinkedIn profile |
Users already on LinkedIn |
| Microsoft Word templates |
Free |
50+ |
Universal compatibility, no lock-in |
Users who already own Office |
Why users switch away from Build My Perfect Resume
Users commonly switch to free alternatives such as Microsoft Word templates, Canva or LinkedIn's built-in resume builder after completing their initial resume. The monthly subscription cost of $34.95 NZD makes sense if you are actively job hunting and revising your resume weekly, but it becomes hard to justify if you have already created a finished document and are in the application phase rather than the resume-writing phase. Consequently, if you have moved past the resume-creation stage and are now managing applications, cancelling and using a free tool such as Google Docs may be the more economical choice.
If you need to cancel via post, email or telephone, use the contact information provided below. Yafee recommends sending all cancellation requests via email with a read receipt so you have a dated record of your request.
Build My Perfect Resume support channels
For cancellation or account enquiries, contact Build My Perfect Resume using the toll-free New Zealand telephone number listed in your subscription confirmation email or account settings. Alternatively, send a written cancellation request to the email address displayed on your account portal or their website. If you have subscribed via the Apple App Store, cancel through your App Store account settings. If you have subscribed via Google Play Store, cancel through your Play Store account settings. Do not send cancellation requests to a postal address unless explicitly instructed to do so by a customer support representative, as the fastest route is always online or by email with a read receipt.
Escalating disputes to the commerce commission
If Build My Perfect Resume refuses to process your cancellation or disputes a refund claim, you can escalate your complaint to the Commerce Commission, which enforces consumer protection law in New Zealand. Write to the Commission with a summary of your dispute, copies of relevant emails and evidence of your cancellation request. The Commerce Commission will assess whether the company has breached the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 or the Fair Trading Act 1986. Contact details are available at www.comcom.govt.nz or by telephone on 0800 943 600.
Summary checklist for cancelling Build My Perfect Resume
Use this checklist to ensure you have taken all necessary steps before, during and after your cancellation to protect yourself and avoid unexpected charges.
| Task |
Deadline |
Status |
| Check your renewal date in account settings |
Today |
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| Cancel via website, app store or email |
At least 2 days before renewal date |
|
| Receive and save cancellation confirmation email |
Within 24 hours of cancellation |
|
| Screenshot your account status showing "Cancelled" |
Same day as cancellation |
|
| Monitor your bank statement for unauthorized charges |
30 days after cancellation effective date |
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| Keep cancellation records for disputes |
At least 90 days |
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Final words on taking control of your subscription
Cancelling Build My Perfect Resume is a straightforward process when you know the correct pathway for your subscription type, whether you subscribed through the website, Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Your legal position in New Zealand is strong: you have the right to cancel at any time under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993, and you can dispute unfair charges through your bank or the Commerce Commission if necessary. Yafee has helped thousands of consumers cancel unwanted subscriptions, understand their refund rights and avoid future auto-renewal charges by taking deliberate action and keeping written records. Follow the step-by-step cancellation method above, save your confirmation email, monitor your next bank statement and escalate any disputes to the Commerce Commission if the company fails to honour your cancellation request. Your job search is too important to spend money on tools you no longer need, so cancel with confidence today and redirect those funds toward your next career move.