How to cancel Cricut in new zealand and avoid hidden charges
What Cricut is and why you might want to cancel
Cricut is a digital design platform paired with electronic cutting machines that lets you create custom crafts by cutting paper, vinyl, fabric and other materials. The core service is Cricut Access, a subscription that unlocks thousands of premium fonts, images and ready-made project templates for use in the Design Space app. You purchase the cutting machine itself once, but the subscription renews automatically every month or year unless you actively cancel it. At Yafee, we understand how easy it is to forget about recurring charges, especially after you've completed your initial projects.
The subscription service explained
Cricut Access is a recurring digital subscription that enhances the free Design Space app with a comprehensive library of premium content. You access this library through the app on your smartphone, tablet or computer, and use the designs to guide your Cricut cutting machine. The subscription renews automatically on your billing anniversary unless you cancel before that date. Many people subscribe for one specific project, then overlook the renewal notice in their email or app notifications.
Current Cricut pricing in new zealand
| Plan or item |
Price (NZ$) |
Billing period |
Platform |
| Cricut Access monthly |
NZ$14.99 |
Monthly |
Apple App Store, Google Play, Cricut website |
| Cricut Access yearly |
NZ$149.99 |
Annual |
Apple App Store, Google Play, Cricut website |
| Design Space app |
Free |
Permanent |
Apple App Store, Google Play |
| Cricut Explore 4 cutting machine |
From NZ$399 |
One-time purchase |
Cricut.com, retailers |
Why you should consider cancelling Cricut
Your decision to cancel is valid regardless of reason, and Yafee respects your right to manage your subscriptions freely.
Common reasons to end your subscription
You have completed the projects you initially subscribed for. You discovered that free design libraries meet your needs just as well. The monthly charge (NZ$14.99) has become a budgeting concern. You prefer a competitor's design tools or cutting machine. You realise you rarely open the app or access premium content. You want to use only the free Design Space features without premium additions. Recognising when a subscription no longer serves your needs is the first step to reducing unnecessary spending.
When keeping your subscription makes financial sense
If you cut regularly and rely on Cricut's extensive design library, the yearly plan at NZ$149.99 delivers better value than monthly billing. That works out to approximately NZ$12.50 per month when spread across twelve months, compared to NZ$14.99 per month on a monthly subscription. Active users who create multiple projects each month typically recover the subscription cost through time savings alone. Be honest with yourself: will you genuinely use premium content in the next 30 days? Yafee recommends conducting this self-assessment before committing to renewal.
Your cancellation process depends entirely on which platform you used to purchase your subscription.
Cancel through apple app store on iPhone, iPad or macOS
Most New Zealand Cricut subscribers purchase through Apple's ecosystem, and Apple manages the billing relationship directly.
- Open the App Store app on your device.
- On iPhone or iPad: tap the App Store icon in your dock or home screen.
- On macOS: click the App Store icon in the Dock or Applications folder.
- Tap or click your profile icon in the top right corner of the screen.
- Select "Subscriptions" from the menu.
- Locate and tap "Cricut Design Studio" or "Cricut Access" (the exact name depends on your subscription type).
- Tap "Manage Subscription" or "Edit Subscription".
- Select "Cancel Subscription" at the bottom of the screen.
- Confirm your cancellation by tapping the final confirmation button.
Apple sends a confirmation email to your registered account address immediately. Save this email as proof of your cancellation. Your access continues until the end of your current billing period, even after you submit your cancellation request.
Cancel through google play store on android
Android users who subscribed through Google Play follow a similar process, though the interface differs slightly.
- Open the Google Play Store app on your Android device.
- Tap your profile icon in the top right corner.
- Select "Manage subscriptions".
- Find and tap "Cricut Design Studio" or "Cricut Access".
- Tap "Cancel subscription".
- Choose a cancellation reason from the dropdown menu (optional).
- Confirm the cancellation by tapping the confirmation button.
Google Play sends a confirmation to your email address on file. Your subscription remains active until your current billing period ends. At Yafee, we recommend keeping this confirmation email in a dedicated folder for future reference.
Cancel directly through cricut's website
If you subscribed directly through Cricut.com rather than via an app store, you manage your subscription through your account dashboard.
- Visit the Cricut website and log into your account.
- Navigate to "Account Settings" or "My Account".
- Select "Subscriptions" or "Billing" from the sidebar menu.
- Find your active Cricut Access subscription.
- Click "Cancel Subscription" next to your current plan.
- Review the cancellation notice and confirm by clicking the final confirmation button.
Cricut sends a confirmation email to your registered email address. You retain access to premium content until your billing period closes. If you subscribed before a promotional period expires, cancelling early may forfeit unused credit.
Your legal position as a new zealand consumer
Your right to cancel a subscription and manage recurring charges is protected under New Zealand consumer law, specifically the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 and the Fair Trading Act 1986.
Consumer rights under new zealand law
The Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 guarantees that services (including digital subscriptions) are of acceptable quality, fit for purpose and supplied with reasonable care and skill. The Fair Trading Act 1986 prohibits misleading conduct in commerce, including hidden charges or unclear cancellation processes. If Cricut fails to clearly communicate cancellation procedures or continues to charge you after you submit a valid cancellation request, you have grounds to lodge a complaint with the Commerce Commission, New Zealand's primary consumer enforcement authority. Yafee advises documenting all cancellation attempts and correspondence with Cricut, as this evidence supports any formal complaint you file.
If Cricut refuses to cancel or continues charging
If you submit a valid cancellation request but Cricut continues to charge your account, follow these steps. First, contact Cricut's support team directly via email with screenshots of your cancellation confirmation and evidence of unwanted charges. Allow five business days for a response. If Cricut does not refund the unauthorised charges, contact your bank or card issuer and initiate a chargeback dispute. Simultaneously, lodge a complaint with the Commerce Commission at www.comcom.govt.nz, providing copies of all correspondence. The Commission investigates breaches of consumer law and can compel Cricut to refund charges and cease unfair practices.
Timeline: when your access ends after cancellation
Understanding when you lose access to premium content helps you plan your cancellation strategically.
Access continues until billing period ends
You retain full access to all Cricut Access premium content through the end of your current billing cycle, regardless of when you submit your cancellation. If you cancel on the 5th of a month but your renewal date is the 20th, you can use premium designs until the 19th. This means you lose no benefits by cancelling immediately rather than waiting until the renewal date approaches. Yafee recommends cancelling as soon as you decide you no longer need the subscription, so you avoid accidentally paying for an extra month.
Access restoration if you cancel by mistake
If you cancel and then change your mind, you can reactivate your subscription through the same platform where you cancelled. Reactivation restores your access immediately, though you may not recover any already-paid cancelled period. Most platforms allow reactivation within 30 days of cancellation without losing your design library or project history.
How to get a refund after cancellation
Refund eligibility depends on how long you have held your subscription and whether you have legitimate grounds for the request.
Refunds within 14 days of purchase
New Zealand's Consumer Guarantees Act supports refunds for digital services purchased within the last 14 days if you change your mind. Submit a refund request to Cricut's support team within this window with proof of purchase. Provide your order receipt (from your email or account dashboard) and a clear statement that you wish to cancel within the 14-day period. Cricut typically processes refunds within 5 to 10 business days.
Refunds beyond 14 days
After 14 days, Cricut is not legally obligated to refund subscription fees, as you have already consumed the service. However, if you can prove Cricut breached its terms (such as failing to provide promised content or misrepresenting features), you may have grounds for a refund claim. Contact Cricut with specific evidence of the breach. If Cricut refuses, escalate to the Commerce Commission. Yafee has helped thousands of consumers navigate refund disputes by documenting their concerns clearly and referencing applicable consumer law.
Common mistakes when cancelling Cricut
Cancellation is straightforward, but a few simple oversights can leave you paying unexpectedly after you intended to quit.
Forgetting to cancel before your renewal date
The most common error is delaying cancellation until after your renewal date has passed. If you pay for the next month or year, Cricut has already processed the charge. To avoid this, set a calendar reminder one week before your renewal date to cancel. Check your confirmation email from Cricut, which specifies your next billing date in clear terms.
Cancelling in one place but remaining subscribed elsewhere
If you subscribed through multiple platforms (Apple App Store and Cricut.com, for example), cancelling in only one location leaves your other subscription active. Check all platforms where you might have signed up and cancel each separately. Review your bank or card statement to confirm charges have stopped.
Not saving your cancellation confirmation
Always download and store your cancellation confirmation email. This proof protects you if a disputed charge appears on your statement months later. If your email provider deletes it, screenshot the confirmation from your App Store or Cricut account dashboard.
What happens after you cancel Cricut
Cancellation triggers a series of automatic changes to your account and billing status.
Your account and design library after cancellation
You can still access the free Design Space app and all your saved projects indefinitely. However, you lose the ability to use premium fonts, images and templates in new designs. Existing designs using premium content remain visible in your library, but you cannot edit them or export them using premium elements. Your account login remains active, so you can resubscribe at any time without losing your project history.
Billing stops immediately
Once you submit your cancellation, no new charges appear on your statement after your current billing period expires. You do not receive a final "last chance" email or warning charge. If a charge does appear after your confirmed cancellation date, contact your bank immediately and lodge a dispute.
Cancellation checklist for Cricut subscribers
Use this checklist to confirm you have completed every step:
| Task |
Status |
| Identify the platform where you subscribed (Apple App Store, Google Play or Cricut.com) |
Complete |
| Log into your account on that platform |
Complete |
| Navigate to subscriptions and select Cricut Access |
Complete |
| Click "Cancel Subscription" and confirm the cancellation |
Complete |
| Save and print your cancellation confirmation email |
Complete |
| Check your bank statement two weeks later to confirm no new charge appeared |
Complete |
Before you cancel, you may want to understand what alternatives exist in the market.
Free and low-cost alternatives to Cricut access
| Tool |
Price (NZ$) |
Best for |
| Canva |
Free (Premium NZ$17/month) |
Quick designs with extensive free templates |
| Silhouette Studio |
Free (Business edition NZ$9.99/month) |
Silhouette machine users |
| Adobe Express |
Free (Premium NZ$9.99/month) |
Professional design work |
| Inkscape |
Free (open-source) |
Advanced vector editing |
| Design Space (free version) |
Free |
Basic Cricut projects |
If you require written confirmation of your cancellation or need to lodge a formal complaint, use these contact details.
Cricut's international mailing address
Cricut Inc. (United States corporate office)
231 West 200 South, Salt Lake City, Utah 84101, United States
Although Cricut does not maintain a dedicated New Zealand postal address, you may send written cancellation notices to this address with a request for written acknowledgement. Allow 14 to 21 business days for postal delivery and response. Email cancellation through your account dashboard remains the fastest and most verifiable method.
Commerce commission contact for complaints
If Cricut fails to honour your cancellation or charges your account without authorisation, lodge a complaint with New Zealand's Commerce Commission at www.comcom.govt.nz or call 0800 943 600. Provide all documentation of your cancellation attempt and disputed charges.
Final summary: cancelling Cricut with confidence
Cancelling your Cricut Access subscription protects your budget and ensures you only pay for services you actively use. The process takes fewer than five minutes and your access remains uninterrupted through your current billing period. Whether you subscribed through Apple App Store, Google Play or Cricut's website, follow the platform-specific steps outlined in this guide and save your confirmation email immediately. Your legal rights as a New Zealand consumer are protected by the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 and the Fair Trading Act 1986, which guarantee transparent billing and enforceable cancellation procedures. If Cricut continues to charge you after cancellation, contact your bank and the Commerce Commission without delay. Yafee has helped thousands of consumers cancel their digital subscriptions by providing clear, step-by-step guidance and grounding their rights in consumer law. Visit Yafee today to access personalised cancellation support and detailed reviews of subscription services in New Zealand.