Monday.com is a cloud-based work operating system that centralises project management, workflow automation and real-time team collaboration. The platform uses customisable boards and multiple view types-from simple lists to Gantt charts and timeline planners-to fit how your team actually works. However, as your business evolves, your tooling needs change too. If you've outgrown Monday.com, found a better fit, or simply want to reduce monthly spend, cancelling is a straightforward process that Yafee has guided thousands of New Zealand users through.
Why new zealand teams choose Monday.com
Monday.com appeals to New Zealand organisations because it requires no local installation, integrates with popular third-party apps, and scales from solopreneurs to enterprise teams. Your workspace charges in New Zealand dollars (NZD), invoices include GST (if you're registered), and billing occurs entirely online through your account dashboard.
Why cancellation might be your next step
Your team may have shrunk, feature usage has plateaued, or a competitor better matches your workflow at lower cost. Alternatively, you're trialling the platform and realised the feature set doesn't justify the per-user expense. Whatever your reason, Yafee exists to ensure you cancel cleanly and understand your consumer rights throughout.
Your consumer rights under new zealand law
Before you cancel, know the legal protections that apply to your Monday.com subscription.
Consumer guarantees act protections
Under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 (CGA), you have the right to services of acceptable quality, fit for purpose, and supplied with due care and skill. If Monday.com fails to provide the service as promised-for example, if it experiences prolonged downtime unrelated to planned maintenance, or if core features malfunction-you may be entitled to a refund or replacement, even within a paid contract period. The CGA applies regardless of the terms in Monday.com's user agreement, because consumer law cannot be contracted out of in New Zealand.
Cooling-off period and contract terms
The Fair Trading Act 1986 generally does not grant a statutory cooling-off period for digital services, unless Monday.com offers one voluntarily in their terms. However, if you signed up by phone or distance means and the company did not provide clear cancellation information upfront, you may have grounds to cancel within a reasonable timeframe. Check Monday.com's Terms of Service to see if they provide a voluntary trial period or money-back guarantee. If they do, honour the stated terms.
Your legal position
You hold the legal right to terminate your Monday.com subscription at any time, provided you follow their stated cancellation process. If Monday.com refuses to cancel your account or blocks your data export, escalate to the Commerce Commission (the New Zealand consumer authority). Yafee recommends you gather proof of your cancellation request-screenshots, email confirmations, or support ticket numbers-to support any future complaint. Keep this evidence for at least six months.
Understanding your current cost structure helps you decide whether cancellation or downgrade is the right choice.
Plan breakdown and per-user costs
| Plan |
Cost (NZD per user) |
Billing cycle |
Best for |
| Free |
NZ$0.00 |
Always free |
Solo users or small trials |
| Basic |
NZ$15.69 per month (annual) |
Monthly or annual |
Small teams, core workflows |
| Standard |
NZ$20.92 per month (annual) |
Monthly or annual |
Growing teams with reporting |
| Pro |
NZ$33.12 per month (annual) |
Monthly or annual |
Advanced automation and scale |
| Enterprise |
Custom pricing |
Annual contracts |
Large organisations (contact sales) |
Key pricing facts for new zealand users
Monday.com does not publicly display NZD pricing; costs are converted from USD and fluctuate with exchange rates. Monthly billing costs 20-30% more per user than annual billing. Your invoice includes all active users in your workspace, so review your seat count before renewal to avoid unexpected charges. GST is added if you're registered for GST in New Zealand. If you cancel mid-cycle, Monday.com typically does not refund unused days; confirm their exact refund policy before you cancel.
Monday.com offers three primary cancellation routes, each with different outcomes for your workspace and data.
Self-service cancellation through account settings
The fastest method is to cancel directly via your billing dashboard. You retain read-only access to your workspace for a limited period (often 30 days), allowing you to export data and templates before permanent deletion. You'll downgrade to the Free plan immediately, and any premium features freeze.
Downgrade instead of full cancellation
If you want to keep Monday.com but reduce cost, downgrade to a lower-tier plan (e.g., Basic to Free, or Pro to Standard) rather than cancel entirely. This preserves your workspace, boards, and automation history. Downgrading takes effect at your next billing cycle and does not trigger a refund for the current month.
Contact support for assisted cancellation
If you encounter errors during self-service cancellation, or if you're on an annual contract with special terms, contact Monday.com support directly. Request explicit confirmation in writing that your account has been cancelled and ask for the date on which they will delete your workspace. Yafee recommends this route if you suspect you may be eligible for a pro-rata refund under the CGA.
Follow these exact steps to cancel your account cleanly and ensure your data is safe.
Step 1: export your workspace data
- Log into your Monday.com account at monday.com/login.
- Use your email and password, or single sign-on (Google, Microsoft, Okta).
- Navigate to the workspace you want to cancel.
- If you have multiple workspaces, repeat this process for each one.
- Export your boards, templates and automations.
- Click the workspace icon (gear/settings) in the top left.
- Select "Export data" and choose your format (CSV, Excel, or JSON).
- Download the file and store it securely on your local drive or cloud storage.
- Allow 10-15 minutes for large exports; check your email for a download link.
- Take screenshots of critical board configurations.
- Capture automation rules, custom fields and view settings you may want to recreate elsewhere.
Step 2: notify your team before cancellation
- Alert all team members that Monday.com will be cancelled on a specific date.
- Send a message via email or Slack explaining the timeline and your successor tool (if any).
- Ask team members to download or screenshot any personal notes or templates they need.
- Deactivate guest accounts (external collaborators).
- Go to Settings > Users and remove or deactivate any guest or contractor access.
- This ensures they won't lose access on cancellation day.
- Reassign board ownership if needed.
- If you're the workspace owner and plan to leave, transfer ownership to a team member who will manage the transition.
Step 3: navigate to your billing settings
- In your Monday.com account, click your profile icon (bottom left).
- Select "Account" or "Settings".
- Select "Plans and billing" or "Billing" from the left sidebar.
- You will see your current plan, next billing date and payment method.
- Scroll down to find the "Cancel plan" or "Downgrade" button.
- If you see "Manage subscription" instead, click that first, then locate the cancellation option.
Step 4: initiate cancellation
- Click the cancellation button and confirm your identity.
- Monday.com may ask you to re-enter your password or verify a code sent to your email.
- Select your reason for cancellation from the dropdown menu.
- Monday.com logs this feedback; your answer may influence retention offers.
- Review the cancellation summary.
- Confirm the date your workspace will be deleted (usually 30-60 days after cancellation).
- Verify any remaining balance or refund eligibility.
- Click "Confirm cancellation" to proceed.
- Do not close your browser until you see a confirmation message.
Step 5: receive and save your cancellation confirmation
- Check your email inbox for a cancellation confirmation from Monday.com.
- This email will include a reference number, cancellation date and workspace deletion date.
- Forward this email to your team lead or finance contact for your records.
- Screenshot the final billing page showing "Account cancelled" or "Plan downgraded".
- Store this image in a dedicated folder for future reference (e.g., "Monday.com cancellation" on your computer or cloud drive).
- If you do not receive a confirmation within 24 hours, contact Monday.com support with your cancellation request date and time.
- Reference your account email address and ask for written confirmation of cancellation.
What happens after you cancel Monday.com
Understanding the post-cancellation timeline prevents surprises and ensures a smooth transition.
Immediate effects (day of cancellation)
You lose access to premium features (automations, integrations, advanced reporting). Your workspace downgrades to the Free plan, which includes basic boards and views only. You retain read-only access to your data for the specified grace period (typically 30-60 days). No further charges occur after cancellation is confirmed, provided you cancel before your next billing date.
Grace period (30-60 days after cancellation)
During this window, you can export additional files, retrieve archived board data or contact Monday.com support to restore your account if you change your mind. Do not assume you can cancel without notice during this period; irreversible deletion begins after the grace period ends. Set a calendar reminder for the final deletion date so you can download any last-minute files.
After permanent deletion
Your workspace, all boards, automations and historical data are permanently deleted. Monday.com does not restore deleted workspaces, so your final data export is your only archive. If team members were collaborators, they receive a notice that the workspace no longer exists; they must migrate to your new tool.
Refunds and billing adjustments
Your refund eligibility depends on your subscription type, cancellation timing and whether the Consumer Guarantees Act applies.
Annual subscriptions and pro-rata refunds
If you paid for a full year upfront and cancel mid-cycle, Monday.com may refund the unused portion (pro-rata refund). For example, if you paid NZ$188.28 for a Basic annual plan and cancel after 6 months, you may be entitled to roughly NZ$94.14 back. However, Monday.com's standard terms often exclude refunds for voluntary cancellations. Challenge this only if you believe the CGA applies (e.g., service failure, misrepresentation of features).
Monthly subscriptions
If you pay month-to-month and cancel mid-month, Monday.com typically does not refund the current month. Cancellations take effect at the start of your next billing cycle. To minimise loss, cancel immediately after your monthly charge posts, maximising the days before the next charge.
Requesting a refund under consumer law
If Monday.com failed to deliver the service as promised (e.g., chronic downtime, critical feature breakdown), send a written refund request to their support team citing the CGA. Include dates of service failures, screenshots of error messages and details of impact on your business. If they refuse, escalate to the Commerce Commission. Yafee recommends collecting this evidence at the time of the fault, not after cancellation.
Common mistakes to avoid when cancelling Monday.com
Cancellation is rarely complicated, but small oversights can cause data loss or unexpected charges. Take care with these traps.
Forgetting to export your data first
Your boards, templates and historical logs vanish permanently after the grace period. Set a specific morning to export everything-do not assume you'll remember to do it later. Create a checklist of which boards, templates and automations matter most and verify you have readable copies before you hit "confirm cancellation".
Cancelling before removing team members
If you cancel while other users are active on your workspace, they lose access suddenly without warning. Send your team a cancellation date at least one week in advance, ask them to export their personal notes, and remove them from the workspace 48 hours before cancellation. This courtesy prevents lost work and frustration.
Assuming cancellation stops all charges
If you have multiple workspaces under one billing account, cancelling one workspace does not cancel your subscription. All workspaces are linked; you must cancel the entire account through billing settings to stop all charges. Conversely, if you delete a workspace but the subscription remains active, you will be charged for the next cycle.
Not documenting your cancellation
Save your confirmation email, billing page screenshot and support ticket number (if applicable). If Monday.com later claims they never received your cancellation request, or if a charge reappears weeks later, this documentation proves your case for a chargeback or dispute with your bank.
Overlooking annual contract terms
Annual plans sometimes include early termination fees or lock-in clauses. Review your invoice or account terms before cancelling. If you're locked in, contact support to negotiate a buyout or pro-rata refund. If they refuse and the contract is unreasonable under New Zealand law, the Commerce Commission may intervene.
Comparison: cancel versus downgrade versus stay
Before you commit to cancellation, weigh it against downgrading or staying on a lower plan.
| Option |
Cost (NZD) |
Data retained |
When to choose |
| Cancel completely |
NZ$0.00 after grace period |
Export only (deleted after 60 days) |
You've switched tools or no longer need project management |
| Downgrade to Free |
NZ$0.00 |
Read-only boards, basic views |
You want to preserve your workspace archive but stop paying |
| Downgrade to Basic |
NZ$15.69/month |
Full access to basic features |
Your team still uses Monday.com but doesn't need advanced features |
| Stay on current plan |
Current rate (NZ$20.92-NZ$33.12/month) |
Full access, all features |
You use Monday.com actively and the cost justifies the value |
In rare cases, Monday.com may ignore your cancellation request or claim your account cannot be deleted. Here is your legal recourse.
Document your cancellation attempts
Save all emails, support tickets and screenshots showing that you requested cancellation. Record the date, time and method (support form, email, chat) for each attempt. If Monday.com's support system is unresponsive or they claim they never received your request, this paper trail is critical.
Write to monday.com's billing department
Send a formal email to their billing or accounts team stating: "I request immediate cancellation of my Monday.com account [email address] effective [date]. Please confirm cancellation in writing within 5 business days." Use registered or tracked email if possible, so you have proof of delivery.
Escalate to the commerce commission
If Monday.com ignores your written cancellation request or refuses to process it, lodge a complaint with the Commerce Commission (the official New Zealand consumer protection authority). Provide your documentation, emails and screenshots. The Commerce Commission can compel Monday.com to honour your request or offer a refund. Yafee has worked with hundreds of New Zealand consumers who successfully used Commerce Commission intervention to cancel unwanted subscriptions.
Dispute the charge with your bank
If Monday.com continues to charge your account after cancellation, contact your bank and dispute the transaction as an unauthorised charge. Your bank can reverse the payment pending an investigation. Provide your cancellation confirmation email and any evidence that you requested cancellation. This option is a last resort but is effective.
Protecting your account during and after cancellation
Safeguard your data and ensure Monday.com cannot reactivate your account without permission.
Change your password before final deletion
Update your Monday.com password to a random, strong string immediately after cancellation is confirmed. This prevents anyone with your old credentials from accessing your workspace during the grace period or attempting to reactivate it later.
Remove payment methods and linked apps
Delete the credit card or payment method linked to your Monday.com account. Unlink any connected services (Zapier, Google Workspace, Slack) from your Monday.com workspace. This ensures no automated actions trigger after deletion and no integrations continue to run in the background.
Disable two-factor authentication if not shared
If two-factor authentication (2FA) is enabled on your Monday.com account and your authentication device is lost or changed, disable 2FA before cancellation so you can still access the workspace during the grace period if needed. If 2FA is team-shared, leave it active to protect sensitive data.
Use this checklist to ensure you have completed every step before your workspace is permanently deleted.
| Task |
Completed |
Notes |
| Export all workspace data (CSV, Excel, JSON) |
☐ |
Download link sent to email; store in secure location |
| Take screenshots of critical board configurations |
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Capture automations, custom fields, view settings |
| Notify your team of cancellation date |
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Provide at least 7 days notice; include new tool info if available |
| Remove or deactivate all guest and external user accounts |
☐ |
Send them copies of their work first |
| Confirm cancellation is live in your billing dashboard |
☐ |
Look for "Account cancelled" or similar status |
| Save cancellation confirmation email and billing screenshot |
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Create a folder for records; keep for 6 months minimum |
| Note the final workspace deletion date |
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Set calendar reminder to avoid missing the grace period |
| Change your Monday.com password to a strong new one |
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Use a password manager to generate a random string |
| Unlink payment methods and third-party integrations |
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Prevent unwanted charges or app triggers after deletion |
| Verify no charges appear on your next billing date |
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Check your bank or credit card statement 3-5 days after final billing date |
Why yafee helps thousands of consumers cancel subscriptions safely
Monday.com cancellation is a straightforward process if you follow the right steps and understand your legal rights. However, the procedure can feel daunting if you are unsure whether to downgrade or cancel fully, or if you fear losing important data. Yafee specialises in walking New Zealand users through subscription cancellations-from SaaS platforms like Monday.com to utilities and streaming services-with clear, legal guidance and practical checklists at every stage.
Yafee has helped thousands of consumers cancel subscriptions they no longer wanted, recover pro-rata refunds under the Consumer Guarantees Act, and escalate disputes with the Commerce Commission when companies refused to honour cancellation requests. Our contract law specialists ensure you understand your rights, document your cancellation properly and protect yourself from unexpected charges or data loss.
When you cancel Monday.com through Yafee's guidance, you export your data safely, notify your team professionally, and keep a record that proves your cancellation to the company and your bank. You also learn when to downgrade instead of cancel, how to request a refund if the service failed, and what to do if Monday.com refuses to process your request. Yafee turns a task that feels risky into a simple, legally sound process.
If you encounter issues during cancellation or need to escalate, use these contact routes and official New Zealand consumer authority details.
Monday.com support channels
Monday.com does not operate a dedicated New Zealand office. All cancellations and support requests are handled through their global online platform. Contact them via the in-app support chat (fastest response, typically within 24 hours), email their support team at [email protected], or submit a form at monday.com/help. Include your account email address, workspace name and a clear statement that you wish to cancel. Request written confirmation of cancellation within 5 business days.
New zealand consumer authority
If Monday.com refuses to cancel or disputes your refund claim, lodge a formal complaint with the Commerce Commission, New Zealand's official consumer protection authority. Visit comcom.govt.nz, select "Make a complaint", and provide details of your cancellation attempt, the company's response (or lack thereof), and any charges that continued after cancellation. The Commerce Commission investigates disputes free of charge and can compel businesses to comply with consumer law.
Your bank's dispute process
If cancellation fails and charges continue, contact your bank's dispute team and file a chargeback request. Provide your cancellation confirmation email, billing screenshots and account statements showing post-cancellation charges. Your bank will reverse unauthorised transactions pending investigation. This process takes 10-30 days.
Cancelling Monday.com is your right under New Zealand consumer law. Follow the steps above, keep your documentation, and escalate to the Commerce Commission if the company refuses to honour your request. Yafee has guided thousands of New Zealand consumers through subscription cancellations with confidence and legal protection. Start your cancellation today.