Formspal is an online platform that supplies ready-made legal and business forms you can download, customise, and use immediately. The service targets small business owners and individuals who need quick access to professional templates without paying for legal advice or professional document preparation.
Who operates Formspal
DigiDocuments, Inc. operates Formspal and manages your subscription billing, customer support, and account data. You access the service through their website or mobile application, and your subscription renews automatically unless you submit a cancellation request before your renewal date.
How Formspal charges you
Formspal operates on a subscription model with recurring charges at regular intervals. You select either a monthly or annual plan depending on your requirements. Charges appear on your statement from DigiDocuments, Inc., and your New Zealand bank converts USD pricing to NZD at the prevailing exchange rate.
Your consumer rights under new zealand law
When you cancel Formspal, you have protection under New Zealand's Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 and the Fair Trading Act 1986. Yafee provides guidance to New Zealand consumers on these rights before and after cancellation.
What the consumer guarantees act 1993 covers
The Consumer Guarantees Act protects you when you purchase services like Formspal. The service must be of acceptable quality, fit for purpose, and delivered within a reasonable timeframe. If Formspal fails to meet these standards, you can request a refund or immediate cancellation without waiting for their standard 30-day cancellation window.
If the service is defective, stops working, or does not match what was advertised, you have grounds to cancel and claim a refund. You are not obligated to accept the company's refund policy if the service breached the Act.
Your legal position: Under the Consumer Guarantees Act, you have the right to cancel and claim a refund if Formspal does not provide a service of acceptable quality. This right exists independently of Formspal's stated cancellation or refund policy.
Your right to cancel under the fair trading act 1986
The Fair Trading Act requires digital service providers to disclose cancellation rights clearly. If Formspal does not make cancellation straightforward, imposes unreasonable exit fees, or obscures cancellation pathways, that conduct breaches your rights under the Act. Yafee recommends documenting all cancellation attempts and preserving confirmation emails, as they strengthen your case if you need to escalate to the Commerce Commission.
Understanding your reasons for cancelling helps you choose the fastest method and manage your expectations after cancellation.
Common reasons to cancel
You might cancel because you found a cheaper alternative, prefer templates from another provider, no longer need the forms, or are dissatisfied with the service quality. Some customers cancel after their free trial ends and realise the paid plans cost more than expected. Others discover cheaper or free options such as LawBite, document.cloud, or simpler do-it-yourself solutions that meet their needs.
What you should verify before cancelling
Before you cancel, check whether you are within the 30-day refund window. If you subscribed fewer than 30 days ago and are dissatisfied, request a refund rather than simply cancelling. Confirm which platform you subscribed through (Formspal website, Apple App Store, or Google Play), as cancellation steps differ by platform. Yafee advises checking your email for the original confirmation to identify the correct cancellation method.
Your cancellation method depends on where you purchased your subscription. Follow the correct path for your platform, as cancellation requests submitted through the wrong channel often fail or delay.
If you subscribed directly at formspal.com
- Go to www.formspal.com and log in with your email address and password.
- If you have forgotten your password, select "Forgot Password" and follow the reset instructions sent to your email.
- Navigate to your account settings or subscription management section.
- This is typically labelled "Account", "Subscription", "Billing", or "My Plan".
- Locate the option to manage, modify, or cancel your subscription.
- Formspal usually displays this as "Cancel Plan", "Manage Subscription", or "Change Plan".
- Select the cancellation option and follow the on-screen prompts.
- Formspal may offer alternative plans or discounts to retain you; decline these if you want to cancel completely.
- Review the cancellation confirmation and note the effective date of cancellation.
- Cancellation typically takes effect at the end of your current billing cycle unless you request immediate cancellation.
- Save or print your cancellation confirmation email for your records.
- This confirms your request and provides evidence of cancellation if you later dispute a charge.
If you subscribed through the apple app store
- Open the Apple App Store app on your iOS device.
- Tap your profile icon in the top-right corner.
- Select "Subscriptions" from the menu.
- A list of all your active subscriptions will appear.
- Find Formspal in your subscription list and tap it.
- The App Store displays all details of your current plan.
- Select "Cancel Subscription" or "Edit Subscription".
- The App Store will ask you to confirm your cancellation reason.
- Confirm the cancellation when prompted.
- Your access to Formspal ends at the conclusion of your current billing period.
- Return to the Subscriptions page to verify that Formspal no longer appears as active.
- If it still shows as active, wait 24 hours and refresh the page, as App Store updates sometimes delay.
If you subscribed through google play
- Open the Google Play app on your Android device.
- Tap your profile icon in the top-right corner.
- Select "Manage subscriptions" from the menu.
- A list of all your active subscriptions will appear.
- Find Formspal in your subscription list and tap it.
- Google Play displays all details of your current plan and renewal date.
- Select "Cancel subscription".
- Google Play may offer you alternative options or discounts to retain you.
- Follow the on-screen prompts and confirm your cancellation reason.
- Your access to Formspal ends at the end of your current billing period.
- Verify that Formspal no longer appears as active in your subscription list.
- Refresh the page after 24 hours if cancellation does not take effect immediately.
If you cannot cancel online
- Contact Formspal customer support directly via email or their support portal.
- Visit www.formspal.com and look for a "Contact Us" or "Support" link.
- Write a clear cancellation request that includes your account email, full name, and subscription type.
- Request cancellation with an effective date (for example, "Please cancel my subscription effective immediately" or "at the end of my current billing cycle").
- Ask for written confirmation of cancellation in reply.
- This confirmation protects you if Formspal continues to charge you after cancellation.
- Save all email correspondence and note the date and time of your request.
- Yafee recommends taking screenshots of emails in case they are deleted later.
- Monitor your bank account for charges in the days following your cancellation date.
- If Formspal charges you again, escalate the matter immediately (see the escalation section below).
Cancellation does not end immediately in most cases. Your access continues until the end of your current billing cycle, after which you lose access to Formspal templates and features.
Your access timeline
If you cancel mid-cycle, you retain access to Formspal until your renewal date. For example, if you pay monthly on the 15th and cancel on the 20th, you can use Formspal until the 15th of the following month. After that date, Formspal will block access to your account.
Refunds and credits
Formspal does not automatically refund unused portions of your subscription if you cancel mid-cycle. However, if you subscribed fewer than 30 days ago and are dissatisfied with the service, you can request a refund under the Consumer Guarantees Act. Yafee advises submitting a refund request within 14 days of your initial purchase for the strongest legal position.
Removing your data
When you cancel, your account data (saved forms, personal information, and customisations) may remain on Formspal's servers. If you want your data deleted, contact support explicitly and request data deletion. Under New Zealand's Privacy Act 2020, you have the right to request deletion of personal information held by Formspal, although they may retain data for billing or legal purposes for a limited period.
Refunds: what you are entitled to
Your right to a refund depends on when you subscribed, why you are cancelling, and whether the service was defective.
30-day refund window
Formspal offers a 30-day refund window on new subscriptions. If you subscribed within the last 30 days and cancel, you can request a full refund of your initial payment. This window applies only to your first payment; subsequent renewals are typically non-refundable unless the service was defective.
Refunds for defective or non-compliant service
If Formspal fails to meet the standards required by the Consumer Guarantees Act-for example, the service was not of acceptable quality, did not match the description, or was not fit for purpose-you are entitled to a refund regardless of how long you have subscribed. You do not need to wait for the renewal date or accept the company's refund policy.
How to request a refund
- Send a refund request email to Formspal support, clearly stating your reason.
- If the service was defective, describe the defect in detail and provide dates when the problem occurred.
- Attach evidence of your payment (bank statement, receipt, or email confirmation).
- This proves you paid and shows the date of purchase.
- Request a response within 7 working days.
- Under the Fair Trading Act, businesses must respond to cancellation and refund requests reasonably promptly.
- If Formspal approves the refund, note the processing timeframe (typically 5-10 working days for bank transfer).
- Yafee advises checking your bank account to confirm receipt of the refund.
- If Formspal refuses your refund, escalate to the Commerce Commission (see the escalation section below).
- The Commerce Commission can investigate unfair practices and compel refunds.
Understanding Formspal's pricing helps you decide whether cancellation is the right choice and whether alternative services offer better value.
| Plan |
Billing cycle |
Approximate NZD cost |
Forms included |
Best for |
| Monthly access |
Monthly (auto-renews) |
$15-$20 NZD |
500+ templates |
Short-term users or trial periods |
| Annual subscription |
Annual (auto-renews) |
$130-$170 NZD |
500+ templates |
Cost-conscious users with long-term needs |
| Family or group plan |
Varies (typically monthly or annual) |
$25-$50 NZD |
500+ templates per user |
Multiple users or small teams |
Cancellation is straightforward, but small errors can delay your request or leave you vulnerable to continued charges. Take care to follow these steps accurately.
Mistake 1: cancelling through the wrong platform
If you subscribed via the Apple App Store but try to cancel through the Formspal website, your cancellation request will fail. Your subscription exists on the App Store's system, not Formspal's. Always cancel through the same platform where you subscribed. Yafee recommends checking your original confirmation email to identify the correct cancellation method.
Mistake 2: not saving cancellation confirmation
Formspal may not send a physical cancellation confirmation email, or it may be automatically archived. Take a screenshot or print your confirmation page immediately after cancelling. If Formspal charges you again after cancellation, you will need this evidence to prove you submitted a cancellation request.
Mistake 3: cancelling too close to your renewal date
If you cancel on the day your subscription renews, Formspal may charge you before your cancellation takes effect. Cancel at least 2-3 days before your renewal date to avoid unwanted charges. Check your renewal date in your account settings and plan accordingly.
Mistake 4: ignoring continued charges after cancellation
Always monitor your bank statements for at least two billing cycles after cancellation. If Formspal charges you after your cancellation date, contact them immediately and request an explanation. If they cannot justify the charge, escalate to your bank and to the Commerce Commission. Yafee advises acting quickly, as you have stronger legal grounds if you dispute charges within 30 days.
If Formspal ignores your cancellation request, continues charging after you have cancelled, or refuses a valid refund claim, you have recourse under New Zealand consumer law.
Step 1: contact Formspal again in writing
Send a formal email to Formspal customer support (via their website contact form or support email). State that you have already requested cancellation or a refund, provide the date of your original request, and set a deadline of 7 working days for their response. Keep a copy of this email.
Step 2: escalate to the commerce commission
If Formspal does not respond or refuses your request, lodge a complaint with the Commerce Commission. The Commission enforces the Fair Trading Act and Consumer Guarantees Act and can investigate unfair business practices. Visit www.comcom.govt.nz to lodge a complaint online. Prepare copies of all email exchanges, payment statements, and cancellation confirmation.
Step 3: contact your bank
If Formspal continues to charge you after cancellation, contact your bank or credit card provider and request a chargeback or reversal. Your bank can dispute the charges on your behalf and may reverse them while the dispute is investigated. This process typically takes 30-60 days.
Step 4: consider a consumer law specialist
If Formspal owes you a substantial refund or has charged you repeatedly without consent, consult a consumer law specialist or legal advisor. Many offer free initial consultations. They can advise whether you have grounds for a small claims court action or civil dispute resolution.
If you need to contact Formspal or DigiDocuments, Inc. by mail or phone, use the following details.
| Contact method |
Details |
| Website support |
www.formspal.com (Support or Contact Us link) |
| Email |
Available via the website contact form |
| Mailing address (corporate) |
DigiDocuments, Inc., United States (exact NZ office address not publicly listed; use online support) |
| Recommended method |
Online support portal or email via www.formspal.com |
Cancelling Formspal is a straightforward process when you follow the correct platform-specific steps. You have strong consumer rights under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 and Fair Trading Act 1986, which protect you if the service is defective or if Formspal engages in unfair cancellation practices. Yafee has helped thousands of New Zealand consumers cancel subscriptions safely and recover refunds when companies refused to honour their rights. Document every step, save confirmations, monitor your bank account after cancellation, and do not hesitate to escalate to the Commerce Commission if Formspal breaches your rights. Your legal position is robust, and New Zealand's consumer protection framework supports you at every stage of the cancellation process.