How to cancel Crate Club in the philippines and avoid unwanted charges
What Crate Club is and why you might need to cancel
Crate Club is a subscription box service that delivers curated tactical, survival, and outdoor gear to subscribers on a recurring monthly or quarterly schedule. The company sources products from Navy SEALs and Special Operations Forces professionals, and operates from Milledgeville, Georgia, United States.
You pay in advance for your chosen membership tier, and automatic billing renews unless you cancel before your next renewal date. Many subscribers in the Philippines initially sign up while abroad, through package forwarding services, or later discover that Crate Club does not officially deliver to standard Filipino addresses. If you find yourself locked into a subscription you no longer want, understanding your cancellation rights is essential. Yafee has guided thousands of Filipino consumers through this exact scenario, providing clarity on how to execute a clean exit and protect your payment method.
How Crate Club subscriptions operate
Crate Club operates on a straightforward but binding model: you select a membership tier, pay upfront at checkout, and receive a curated box on schedule. There is no free trial period. Your billing cycle begins immediately upon purchase, and you are obligated to pay before receiving your first shipment.
Each membership tier includes different product quality and quantity levels. You are not purchasing unlimited shopping access or a browsable product library. Instead, you are paying specifically for the next curated box shipment and all future shipments within your chosen plan cycle.
The company renews your membership automatically unless you cancel in advance. This is the critical distinction: you must submit your cancellation request before your renewal date to prevent the next charge. Cancelling after you have been billed does not guarantee an automatic refund; you must then dispute the charge with your payment provider or escalate the matter further.
Shipping restrictions and availability in the philippines
Here is the reality that many Filipino readers discover too late: Crate Club does not currently deliver to standard Philippine residential addresses. The company ships exclusively to APO, FPO, and DPO addresses, which serve military personnel stationed overseas.
If you used a package forwarding service, a relative's United States address, or a military mailbox to sign up, your subscription remains active and will renew unless you cancel it directly. Local payment methods such as GCash and Maya are not officially supported on their checkout page, and there is no dedicated Filipino customer support telephone line. This geographic and communication gap makes proactive cancellation even more critical if your circumstances have changed or you no longer wish to continue.
Your consumer rights under philippine law
Filipino consumers are protected under the Consumer Act of the Philippines (Republic Act No. 7394), which explicitly prohibits unfair and deceptive acts in commerce, including automatic renewal traps and unauthorised billing practices.
Legal protections against automatic renewal abuse
The Consumer Act requires merchants to honour cancellation requests that are clearly made in writing. Automatic renewals must be transparent at the point of sale, and the merchant must provide a simple, accessible mechanism to cancel without penalty or unnecessary delay.
Your legal position: If Crate Club continues to bill you after you have submitted a valid cancellation request, the company is in breach of your consumer rights under Republic Act No. 7394. You have the right to dispute the charge with your payment provider and to escalate a formal complaint to the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Consumer Protection Group if the company refuses to respond or refund.
What to do if Crate Club refuses to cancel
If Crate Club does not respond to your cancellation email within 7 business days, or if you are billed after submitting a valid cancellation request, contact your payment provider immediately. File a dispute or chargeback claim and attach your cancellation email as evidence.
If you are a resident of the Philippines, you can escalate your complaint to the DTI Consumer Protection Group (CPG). Provide your transaction history, email correspondence, and proof of your cancellation request. The DTI has authority to investigate merchant violations and enforce compliance with Republic Act No. 7394. Yafee recommends keeping dated records of every cancellation attempt, especially when dealing with overseas merchants, because documentation is your strongest tool in any dispute.
Methods to cancel your Crate Club subscription
Crate Club offers limited cancellation channels, so knowing the correct contact method is essential to ensure your request is received and processed.
Cancellation by email
Email is the primary and most reliable method to cancel your Crate Club subscription. Send a formal cancellation request to the company's support email address, clearly stating your membership details, the email address associated with your account, and your request to cancel effective immediately or before your next billing date.
Cancellation through your account
Log into your Crate Club account on their website and navigate to your subscription or account settings. If a direct cancellation option appears in your account dashboard, use it immediately. Take a screenshot of the cancellation confirmation for your records. However, Yafee advises that you should also send a follow-up email to support confirming your cancellation, as account-based cancellations sometimes fail to process or are not honoured if billing systems are not synchronised.
Chargeback through your payment provider
If Crate Club ignores your cancellation request and charges you after your requested cancellation date, contact your bank, credit card company, or digital wallet provider (such as GCash, Maya, or PayPal) to dispute the charge. Report the transaction as unauthorised or as a breach of contract, and provide your cancellation email as evidence. Your payment provider is legally obligated to reverse fraudulent charges and conduct an investigation on your behalf.
Step-by-step guide to cancelling your subscription
Follow these steps in order to cancel your Crate Club subscription cleanly and create a paper trail of your request.
Step 1: gather your account information
- Locate your Crate Club account email address and your membership tier name.
- Find your current renewal date by logging into your account or checking your most recent order confirmation email.
- Note the payment method you used (credit card, debit card, digital wallet).
- Collect any order confirmation or receipt emails you have received from Crate Club.
Step 2: compose your cancellation email
- Use a clear subject line such as "Subscription Cancellation Request - [Your Account Email]".
- Address the email to Crate Club's customer support contact (verify the current email on their official website).
- Include the following information in the body:
- Your full name and account email address.
- Your membership tier (e.g., "Monthly Tactical Box" or "Quarterly Standard").
- Your current renewal date.
- A clear statement: "I request that my Crate Club subscription be cancelled effective immediately. Please confirm cancellation before my next billing date."
- Your preferred contact email for confirmation.
- Keep the tone professional and factual; do not include complaints or demands that might delay a response.
Step 3: send your cancellation request
- Send your email from the same email address associated with your Crate Club account.
- Do not use a different email, as Crate Club's support system may not link it to your subscription.
- Save a copy of the email you sent, including the date and time of sending.
- Take a screenshot of your email header showing the timestamp.
Step 4: wait for confirmation and set a follow-up reminder
- Crate Club should respond within 7 business days confirming your cancellation.
- If you do not receive a response within 7 days, send a follow-up email marked as "URGENT" with the subject "Cancellation Confirmation Request - [Your Account Email]".
- Set a calendar reminder for 3 days before your next scheduled billing date. If you have not received confirmation, proceed to Step 5.
Step 5: dispute the charge if you are billed after cancellation
- If Crate Club charges your payment method after your cancellation request, log into your bank or payment provider's app immediately.
- Locate the transaction and initiate a dispute or chargeback claim.
- Attach your cancellation email and any response from Crate Club as evidence.
- Your payment provider will investigate and typically reverse the charge within 5 to 10 business days.
Pricing and membership tiers
Understanding what you are paying for helps you decide whether to cancel or modify your subscription.
| Membership tier |
Billing cycle |
Approximate cost (USD) |
Renewal frequency |
Best for |
| Tactical starter |
Monthly |
$49.95 |
Every month |
First-time subscribers |
| Standard tactical |
Monthly |
$74.95 |
Every month |
Most popular option |
| Premium tactical |
Monthly |
$99.95 |
Every month |
High-value gear seekers |
| Quarterly starter |
Quarterly |
$134.85 |
Every 3 months |
Budget-conscious subscribers |
| Quarterly standard |
Quarterly |
$209.85 |
Every 3 months |
Long-term committed subscribers |
| Quarterly premium |
Quarterly |
$299.85 |
Every 3 months |
Premium tier enthusiasts |
Note: Prices are approximate and may vary based on promotional offers at the time of purchase. Crate Club converts USD to PHP using current exchange rates plus payment processing fees.
Refunds and what to expect after cancellation
Understanding Crate Club's refund policy protects you from billing surprises after you cancel.
When you receive a refund
Crate Club typically does not issue refunds for unused portions of a billing cycle. If you cancel mid-month or mid-quarter after being charged, you have already paid for that cycle and will not receive a partial refund. However, you will not be charged again at your next renewal date.
If you were charged after cancellation
If Crate Club charges you after you submitted a valid cancellation request, you are entitled to a full refund of that charge. Contact their support team with your cancellation email as evidence and request a refund. If they refuse, file a chargeback through your payment provider, and your bank or wallet provider will reverse the charge and conduct an investigation. Yafee recommends that you keep all documentation for at least 90 days after cancellation to support any future disputes.
What happens to your account after cancellation
Once your cancellation is processed, your account remains visible to you for 30 days, after which it may be archived or deleted. You will not receive any further shipments, and your payment method will no longer be charged. You can reactivate a subscription in the future if you wish, but you will be treated as a new subscriber and will not receive any loyalty credits or discounts tied to your previous membership.
Common mistakes to avoid when cancelling
Cancelling a subscription can feel straightforward, but small oversights often delay or prevent your request from being honoured. The following mistakes are easily preventable with careful attention.
Mistake 1: cancelling through a third-party forwarding service instead of directly with Crate Club
If you used a package forwarding service to receive your Crate Club box, do not ask the forwarding service to cancel your subscription. Contact Crate Club directly using the email address registered to your account. The forwarding service has no authority over your Crate Club subscription and cannot cancel it on your behalf.
Mistake 2: assuming automatic payment failure equals cancellation
If your payment method is declined or expires, your subscription does not automatically cancel. Crate Club will attempt to charge an updated payment method or will suspend your account pending payment. Email them to formally cancel; do not rely on payment failure as a substitute for cancellation.
Mistake 3: sending your cancellation request from a different email address
Always send your cancellation email from the email address associated with your Crate Club account. If you email from a spouse's address or a secondary email, Crate Club's system may not link it to your subscription, and your request may be ignored or delayed.
Mistake 4: not keeping a record of your cancellation request
Save every email you send and every response you receive. Take screenshots showing the date and time. If a dispute arises, this documentation is your proof that you acted in good faith and requested cancellation in writing.
Mistake 5: cancelling your account instead of your subscription
Deleting your Crate Club account does not necessarily cancel your active subscription. The two are separate functions. Always send an explicit cancellation email requesting that your subscription be cancelled, even if you then choose to delete your account afterward.
What to do after you cancel
Cancelling is just the beginning. These follow-up steps protect you from unexpected charges and ensure a clean break.
Monitor your payment method for the next 30 days
Check your bank account or digital wallet balance regularly for 30 days after your cancellation confirmation date. If you see any charge from Crate Club, report it immediately to your payment provider as an unauthorised transaction.
Keep your cancellation confirmation for 6 months
Save all emails, screenshots, and documentation related to your cancellation request for at least 6 months. If Crate Club disputes the cancellation or if your payment provider investigates a chargeback, you will have proof of your timely request.
Update your payment method information
If you used a credit card or debit card, consider requesting a new card number from your bank to prevent accidental reactivation if your subscription details are still on file. Alternatively, remove your payment method from Crate Club's website if the option is available after cancellation.
Verify your account status on Crate club's website
Log into your Crate Club account 7 days after receiving your cancellation confirmation. Verify that your subscription is marked as "Cancelled" or "Inactive". If it still shows as active, send another follow-up email to support immediately.
Comparison: Crate Club vs. similar subscription services
If you are reconsidering your subscription choice, here is how Crate Club compares to other tactical subscription box services.
| Service |
Monthly cost (USD) |
Shipping to Philippines |
Free trial |
Cancellation method |
| Crate Club |
$49.95-$99.95 |
APO/FPO/DPO only |
No |
Email or account dashboard |
| Birchbox |
$15-$25 |
No |
Yes (first month discount) |
Online account management |
| Loot Crate |
$19.99-$49.99 |
Limited (via forwarding) |
No |
Email or web form |
| Ipsy |
$12-$50 |
No |
Yes (first bag) |
App or web cancellation |
| FabFitFun |
$49.99 |
No |
No |
Email or account settings |
| AwesomeBox |
$25-$50 |
Limited (APO/FPO) |
No |
Email or live chat |
To cancel your Crate Club subscription, use the following contact details. Verify these addresses on the official Crate Club website before sending your request, as contact information may change.
Primary cancellation email
Send your cancellation request to Crate Club's customer support email address. Verify the current support email on their official website or in your order confirmation emails, as it may vary by region or support tier.
Mailing address for escalation
If email support does not respond within 14 business days, you may send a formal cancellation request by post to Crate Club's registered business address in Milledgeville, Georgia. Include your name, account email, membership details, and a copy of your initial cancellation email. Send it via trackable mail (such as international registered mail) so you have proof of delivery.
Alternative contact methods
Check Crate Club's official website for live chat support, a contact form, or social media channels. While email is most reliable for creating a documented record, you may attempt cancellation through these channels and then follow up with an email confirming your request.
Escalation to the department of trade and industry
If Crate Club refuses to cancel or continues billing after your request, file a complaint with the DTI Consumer Protection Group (CPG) at dti.gov.ph. Provide your cancellation correspondence, billing records, and a detailed account of what occurred. The DTI has authority to investigate international merchant violations of Republic Act No. 7394 and to enforce refunds or cancellations.
Summary and next steps
Cancelling your Crate Club subscription requires a proactive approach, clear written communication, and detailed record-keeping. You are protected under the Consumer Act of the Philippines (Republic Act No. 7394), which requires merchants to honour timely cancellation requests without penalty or unexplained delay.
Start by sending a formal cancellation email to Crate Club's support team, including your account details and a clear request to cancel before your next billing date. Save all correspondence and set a reminder to verify your cancellation 7 days before renewal. If Crate Club charges you after cancellation, dispute the charge through your payment provider and escalate to the DTI if necessary.
Yafee has helped thousands of Filipino consumers navigate subscription cancellations with confidence and protect their payment methods from unauthorised charges. Use the step-by-step guide in this article, reference your consumer rights under Republic Act No. 7394, and keep meticulous records of every communication. Your consumer rights are enforceable, and Yafee is committed to empowering you to exercise them. For additional support or clarification on your specific situation, Yafee recommends consulting the DTI website or contacting a consumer rights advocate in your region.