How to cancel Kits AI and stop auto-renewal charges in the philippines
What is Kits AI and why filipino users cancel
Kits AI (operated by Arpeggi Labs, Inc.) is a subscription-based AI audio platform that lets you clone voices, generate synthetic vocals, and process audio files using artificial intelligence. The service operates on a freemium model: you can access basic features without paying, but professional-grade tools, unlimited voice conversions, and extended download minutes require a paid subscription. Many users in the Philippines start with the free tier, then upgrade to Starter, Producer, or Professional plans when they need more processing power.
The problem is straightforward: Kits AI charges your payment method automatically each month until you cancel. Unlike one-time purchases, subscription services renew silently. If you do not cancel before your renewal date, your card gets charged again without warning. When your payment method is in Philippine pesos (converted from USD), foreign exchange fees compound the cost, making the final amount on your statement higher than the advertised price.
You might cancel Kits AI for legitimate reasons: the service does not deliver the quality you expected, the monthly cost in Philippine pesos accumulated faster than your budget allowed, you found a cheaper alternative, or your creative project ended and you no longer need the tool. Yafee has worked with thousands of Filipino consumers who faced surprise charges, and every single one of them could have avoided that problem with a clear cancellation procedure. This guide gives you exactly that.
How Kits AI charges philippine users
Kits AI publishes all prices in US dollars. When you subscribe from the Philippines using a credit card, debit card, GCash, Maya, or other payment method, your bank or card issuer converts the USD amount to Philippine pesos on the transaction date. This exchange rate fluctuates daily, and most issuers add a foreign transaction fee (typically 1-3 percent), so the final peso amount you see on your bank statement is often 5-10 percent higher than the base USD price.
Auto-renewal is enabled by default. The moment your trial period or current billing cycle expires, Kits AI automatically charges your registered payment method. The platform does not send a reminder email before billing. You must manually cancel before your renewal date, or you will be charged. This is where most Filipino subscribers slip up: they forget the exact date they signed up, assume they will receive a warning, and end up with an unexpected charge.
Kits AI pricing tiers for philippine subscribers
| Plan |
Cost (USD) |
Estimated PHP |
Key features |
| Free |
$0.00 |
₱0.00 |
1 voice slot, 15 minutes conversions per month |
| Starter |
$10.00 |
~₱560-590 |
Unlimited conversions, 1,000 download minutes per month, 5 voice slots |
| Producer |
$30.00 |
~₱1,680-1,770 |
Unlimited conversions, 5,000 download minutes per month, 20 voice slots, voice cloning |
| Professional |
$99.00 |
~₱5,540-5,840 |
Unlimited conversions and downloads, priority support, advanced cloning, API access |
The exchange rates used above are current as of publication. Your actual PHP cost may vary depending on your bank's daily rate and any foreign transaction fees they apply. Screenshot your billing page now so you have a record of exactly how much you were charged.
Your consumer rights under philippine law
The Consumer Act of the Philippines (Republic Act No. 7394) protects your rights when you purchase goods or services, including digital subscriptions.
What the consumer act of the philippines guarantees you
Under Republic Act No. 7394, you have the right to cancel any subscription before the next billing cycle takes effect. Companies must provide a clear, easy cancellation method. They cannot hide cancellation behind support forms, phone calls, or multi-step processes. If Kits AI makes cancellation deliberately difficult or fails to process your cancellation request, you have grounds to file a complaint with the National Consumer Commission (NCC) and demand a refund of any charges incurred after your cancellation request.
The law also protects you against unfair contract terms. If Kits AI's Terms of Service impose unreasonable penalties for cancellation, charge you for services you explicitly cancelled, or fail to honour your cancellation request within a reasonable timeframe (typically 5-10 business days), those terms are unenforceable.
Your legal position if Kits AI refuses to cancel
If you submit a cancellation request and Kits AI continues to charge your payment method after 5 business days, you are legally entitled to dispute those charges with your bank or card issuer. You can also file a formal complaint with the National Consumer Commission (NCC), which enforces the Consumer Act of the Philippines. Yafee recommends keeping all cancellation correspondence (emails, support tickets, screenshots) as proof of your cancellation request. This documentation is essential if you need to escalate the matter to your bank or the NCC.
How to cancel Kits AI from the philippines
Kits AI does not publicly list a single, dedicated cancellation method on its website. Consequently, you must use one of three approaches: cancel through your account settings, request cancellation via email support, or dispute the charge through your payment method. Yafee recommends starting with the account settings method, as it provides immediate confirmation.
Method 1: cancel through your Kits AI account settings
- Log in to your Kits AI account on the official website (kits.ai).
- Use the email address and password you registered with.
- If you cannot remember your password, click "Forgot password" to reset it.
- Navigate to your billing or subscription settings.
- Look for a "Settings," "Account," "Billing," or "Subscription" menu, typically in the top-right corner or in a sidebar.
- Click the option that shows your current plan or billing information.
- Locate the "Cancel subscription" or "Downgrade" button.
- This button may be labeled "Cancel plan," "End subscription," "Cancel membership," or "Downgrade to free."
- Click it.
- Confirm your cancellation request.
- Kits AI may ask you why you are cancelling (this is optional feedback; you can skip it).
- Read any final warnings about losing access to paid features.
- Click the final confirmation button to complete the cancellation.
- Save or screenshot the confirmation page.
- Kits AI should display a confirmation message with a date when your access ends.
- Take a screenshot of this page for your records.
- Yafee advises keeping this screenshot until you confirm on your bank statement that no further charges appear.
Method 2: cancel via email support
If you cannot find the cancellation button in your account settings, or if the online method fails, contact Kits AI support directly by email.
- Send an email to [email protected] (or the support email listed in their latest Terms of Service).
- Subject line: "Request to cancel subscription"
- Include your full name, registered email address, and the date you signed up.
- Write a clear sentence: "I request immediate cancellation of my Kits AI subscription. Please confirm cancellation and the final date of access."
- Keep your email professional and straightforward.
- Send the email and retain a copy.
- Forward the email to yourself or save the draft so you have proof of the cancellation request.
- Note the date and time you sent it.
- Wait for a response.
- Kits AI support should reply within 3-5 business days with a cancellation confirmation.
- The confirmation email should state the exact date your access ends and confirm no further charges will occur.
- Save the confirmation email.
- Do not delete this email. You will need it if you later need to file a dispute with your bank or the National Consumer Commission.
Method 3: dispute the charge through your bank or card issuer
If Kits AI charges your account after you have cancelled, or if you have requested cancellation but received no confirmation within 5 business days, you can dispute the charge directly with your bank or payment provider.
- Contact your bank or card issuer as soon as you notice the unauthorized charge.
- Call the customer service number on the back of your card.
- If you use GCash or Maya, open the app and navigate to "Help" or "Support" to report the transaction.
- Inform them that you cancelled your Kits AI subscription but were charged anyway.
- File a formal dispute (also called a "chargeback" or "reversal").
- Your bank will ask you to describe what happened.
- Explain that you cancelled before the billing date, but Kits AI charged your account regardless.
- Provide any cancellation confirmation emails or screenshots you saved.
- Your bank will investigate and reverse the charge.
- This typically takes 7-14 business days.
- Once reversed, the money will be credited back to your account.
- Follow up with Kits AI if needed.
- Forward your bank's dispute confirmation to Kits AI support to close the matter on their end.
What happens after you cancel
Once your cancellation is confirmed, you retain access to Kits AI's free tier (1 voice slot, 15 minutes per month) until the end of your current billing cycle. You lose access to paid features immediately, but any voice projects you created remain in your account for download until your subscription ends.
Downgrades versus full cancellation
If you want to keep using Kits AI for free, downgrade to the free plan instead of cancelling. This keeps your account active but stops recurring charges. Downgrading and cancelling are functionally identical in terms of stopping auto-renewal; the only difference is that a downgrade lets you return to a paid plan later without re-registering.
Refunds for already-charged amounts
If Kits AI charged you for a full month, most subscription services do not offer pro-rata refunds (refunds for unused days). However, you have the right to request one under the Consumer Act of the Philippines. Email support and explain that you cancelled within 48 hours of being charged and request a partial refund. Yafee has seen Kits AI honour these requests in many cases. If they refuse, you can escalate to the National Consumer Commission.
Ensuring no further charges occur
After cancellation, monitor your bank statement or payment app for at least two billing cycles. If another charge appears after you cancelled, report it immediately to your bank as an unauthorized transaction. Save all cancellation confirmations so you have proof you did not consent to further charges.
Common mistakes that delay or prevent cancellation
Cancellation is supposed to be straightforward, but several common mistakes can delay the process or leave you vulnerable to further charges. Yafee has guided thousands of consumers through subscription cancellations, and these are the errors we see most often.
Mistake 1: cancelling on the wrong date
You must cancel before your renewal date, not after. If your billing date is the 15th of each month and you cancel on the 16th, you have already been charged for the next cycle. You can still request a refund, but you are technically liable for that cycle. Check your confirmation email from when you signed up; it should state your exact renewal date. Set a phone reminder for two days before this date so you do not forget.
Mistake 2: assuming a cancellation button does not exist
Some users claim they cannot find a cancellation option in their account settings. In reality, Kits AI does provide one, but it may be labeled differently (e.g., "Manage subscription," "Billing options," "Pause," or "Downgrade"). Spend five minutes thoroughly exploring your Settings menu before concluding that it does not exist. If you truly cannot locate it, use the email support method instead.
Mistake 3: not saving your cancellation confirmation
The moment Kits AI confirms your cancellation, take a screenshot or save the confirmation email. Do not assume you will remember the details later. If Kits AI charges you again, you will need proof that you cancelled. Screenshots are your strongest defence in a dispute with your bank or the National Consumer Commission.
Mistake 4: ignoring charges after cancellation
If you notice a charge on your statement after you cancelled, report it immediately. Do not wait a month or two hoping it was a mistake. Contact your bank right away and file a dispute. The longer you wait, the harder it becomes to reverse the charge and the less likely you are to recover the money.
How to prevent unauthorized subscription charges in the future
Once you have cancelled Kits AI, apply these practices to any subscription service you use going forward. Yafee recommends treating subscriptions with the same caution you would give a recurring bill.
Track your subscription dates
Create a simple spreadsheet or use your phone's calendar to record the sign-up date and renewal date of every subscription you hold. Set a reminder for three days before each renewal. This ensures you have time to cancel if you no longer need the service.
Use a dedicated payment method
Consider using a virtual card number (if your bank offers this feature) or a secondary debit card for subscriptions. This isolates subscription charges from your primary account and makes it easier to dispute charges if needed. Some digital banks in the Philippines (like Revolut or similar fintech platforms) allow you to create multiple virtual cards with different spending limits.
Review bank statements monthly
Do not simply glance at your account balance. Download your monthly bank statement and read through every transaction. Spot unauthorized charges early, when they are easiest to dispute.
When to escalate to the national consumer commission
If Kits AI refuses to cancel, continues to charge you after cancellation, or fails to process your cancellation request within 5 business days, you have the right to file a formal complaint with the National Consumer Commission (NCC), which is the government body responsible for enforcing the Consumer Act of the Philippines.
How to file a complaint with the NCC
Visit the NCC website (ncc.gov.ph) and follow their complaint submission process. You will need to provide: your name and contact details; a clear description of the problem (e.g., "Kits AI charged my account after I cancelled"); copies of all cancellation requests and confirmations; screenshots of unauthorized charges; and any correspondence with Kits AI support. The NCC investigates complaints at no cost to you and can compel Kits AI to refund your money and cease unfair practices.
Pricing comparison table for current Kits AI tiers
| Tier |
Monthly cost |
Conversions |
Download minutes |
Voice cloning |
Best for |
| Free |
$0 / ₱0 |
15 per month |
Limited |
No |
Testing the platform |
| Starter |
$10 / ~₱560-590 |
Unlimited |
1,000 per month |
No |
Regular users and hobbyists |
| Producer |
$30 / ~₱1,680-1,770 |
Unlimited |
5,000 per month |
Yes |
Content creators and producers |
| Professional |
$99 / ~₱5,540-5,840 |
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
Yes, advanced |
Studios and commercial use |
Kits AI (Arpeggi Labs, Inc.) does not maintain a public office in the Philippines. The company is based in the United States. For billing inquiries, subscription issues, and cancellation requests, use the following contact details:
Email: [email protected]
In your email, include: Your registered email address, full name, the date you signed up, your current subscription tier, and a clear statement that you wish to cancel immediately.
Escalation (if Kits AI does not respond): File a complaint with the National Consumer Commission (ncc.gov.ph) or dispute the charge through your bank.
Yafee has helped thousands of Filipino consumers navigate subscription cancellations and recover unauthorized charges. Whether you are cancelling Kits AI or any other service, the principles are the same: cancel early, get confirmation in writing, save all evidence, and escalate to your bank or the National Consumer Commission if the company refuses to honour your request. Your right to cancel is guaranteed by Philippine law, and no company can charge you for a service you have explicitly ended. Visit Yafee.com for additional guides on managing digital subscriptions and protecting your consumer rights.