How to cancel Course Hero in singapore and reclaim your subscription fees
What Course Hero is and why you need to cancel now
Course Hero is an online learning platform that provides study documents, textbook solutions, and tutor support through a paid subscription model. You access a library of notes, expert answers, and tutor assistance based on your membership tier. The service operates on automatic renewal, meaning your subscription continues indefinitely until you actively cancel it.
Many Singapore users discover they need to exit their membership once their course ends, they transition to another study resource, or budget constraints force a reassessment. Whether you subscribed through the website, Apple App Store, or Google Play, the cancellation process varies by platform. Yafee exists to guide you through each method with precision so you retain control of your recurring costs.
Common reasons you should cancel Course Hero
Your coursework concludes and you no longer need tutor access. You have found a free alternative that meets your study needs. You notice unauthorised charges on your account. Your financial circumstances have changed and you cannot afford the monthly deduction. You simply do not use the platform enough to justify the recurring cost.
The financial impact of delay
Every day you postpone cancellation costs you real money. A monthly subscription at S$50.79 means each week of inaction costs approximately S$11.68. If you forget about the auto-renewal for two billing cycles, you lose over S$100 in unrecovered charges. Yafee emphasises that speed matters: cancelling today stops the next charge, whereas cancelling tomorrow may leave you liable for an additional full month.
Course Hero subscription pricing breakdown for singapore
Before you cancel, you must understand your current payment structure and whether you qualify for a refund under Course Hero's Money-Back Guarantee.
| Subscription plan |
Monthly cost (SGD) |
Billing frequency |
Tutor questions included |
Best suited for |
| Monthly plan |
S$50.79 |
Every month |
10 per month |
Short-term learners |
| Quarterly plan |
S$25.35 per month |
Every 3 months (S$76.05 total) |
20 per quarter |
Semester-length courses |
| Annual plan |
S$12.64 per month |
Once per year (S$151.68 total) |
40 per year |
Long-term students |
The annual plan locks your money for 12 months but delivers the lowest per-month rate. If you cancel early, you may forfeit the lump sum unless you meet strict refund conditions. Yafee recommends checking the Money-Back Guarantee section below before you initiate cancellation, particularly if you enrolled within the last 30 days.
Your consumer rights under singapore law
Your right to cancel is protected by the Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act (Chapter 52A) of Singapore, which grants you explicit protections against unfair contract terms and automatic renewal traps.
What the consumer protection (Fair trading) act guarantees you
The Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act establishes that any automatic renewal contract must include clear, prominent disclosure of cancellation terms before you pay. Course Hero must provide you with a simple, cost-free cancellation mechanism. The contract must state the exact amount you will pay, the frequency of charges, and how you can stop payment. If Course Hero has failed to disclose these terms clearly, the contract is potentially unenforceable.
Furthermore, you have the right to cancel within a reasonable timeframe without penalty. The Act does not specify "30 days"-instead, it requires cancellation to be as easy as the subscription process itself. If you signed up online in two clicks, you should be able to cancel online in two clicks.
Your legal position on refunds
If you cancel within 30 days of your first charge and have not used the service materially, you may qualify for a full refund under Course Hero's Money-Back Guarantee. This is separate from statutory rights: the Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act requires businesses to honour their advertised return policies. Consequently, if Course Hero advertises a 30-day money-back guarantee, you can enforce it through the Consumer Association of Singapore (CASE) if Course Hero refuses your claim.
If you cancel after 30 days, you forfeit the money-back guarantee. However, you retain the right to cancel your subscription immediately, and Course Hero must honour that cancellation before the next billing date. They cannot charge you if they have processed your cancellation request before the charge posts to your account.
How to cancel Course Hero on the website
Cancelling through the Course Hero website is the fastest method if you subscribed directly and keeps a clear digital record of your cancellation request.
Step 1: log into your Course Hero account
- Open your web browser and visit the Course Hero website.
- Navigate to the login page if you are not already signed in.
- Enter your email address and password.
- If you have forgotten your password, click the "Forgot Password?" link and follow the reset email sent to your inbox immediately.
Step 2: navigate to your account settings
- Once logged in, locate your profile icon or account menu in the top-right corner of the dashboard.
- This is typically represented by your profile picture or a gear icon labelled "Settings".
- Click on this icon to open your account menu.
Step 3: access your billing or subscription section
- In your account settings, scroll down until you find the "Membership", "Subscription", or "Billing" section.
- This section displays your current plan type.
- You will see your next billing date clearly stated.
- Note the exact date before you proceed with cancellation to ensure the cancellation takes effect before that date.
Step 4: click the cancellation button
- Look for a button labelled "Stop Recurring Membership", "Cancel Subscription", or "Manage Membership".
- Click this button to initiate the cancellation process.
- Course Hero may display a retention offer with a discounted rate at this point; disregard it unless you genuinely wish to remain a member.
Step 5: confirm your cancellation
- A confirmation screen will appear, asking you to verify that you want to cancel.
- Read the confirmation message carefully to ensure no charges will apply after this date.
- Click the final "Confirm Cancellation" or "Yes, Cancel My Subscription" button.
- Screenshot this confirmation page for your records; save the reference number if one is provided.
How to cancel Course Hero through the apple app store
If you subscribed through the Apple App Store, you must cancel through Apple's subscription management system rather than the Course Hero website.
Step 1: open the settings app on your apple device
- On your iPhone, iPad, or Mac, open the Settings application.
- On iPhone or iPad, go to Settings > [Your Name] > Subscriptions.
- On Mac, go to System Preferences > [Your Apple ID] > Subscriptions.
Step 2: navigate to your subscriptions
- Select "Subscriptions" from the menu.
- A list of all your active app subscriptions will appear.
- Locate "Course Hero" in this list.
Step 3: select Course Hero and cancel
- Tap or click on "Course Hero" to view your subscription details.
- Click the "Cancel Subscription" button at the bottom of the screen.
- Confirm the cancellation when prompted.
- Your subscription will cease at the end of the current billing period.
How to cancel Course Hero through google play
If you subscribed via Google Play on an Android device, you cancel through Google's subscription management system.
Step 1: open the google play store app
- On your Android device, open the Google Play Store application.
- Tap the profile icon in the top-right corner.
- Select "Payments and subscriptions" or "Manage my subscriptions".
Step 2: find Course Hero in your active subscriptions
- Tap "Subscriptions" to view all active subscriptions.
- Scroll through the list and locate "Course Hero".
- Tap on it to view the subscription details.
Step 3: cancel the subscription
- Tap the "Cancel Subscription" button.
- Google Play will ask you to confirm your reason for cancellation; you may skip this survey.
- Confirm the cancellation and your access will terminate at the end of the current billing period.
Cancelling your subscription does not terminate your access instantly; you retain full membership access until the end of your current billing period. Consequently, if you cancel on day 1 of a monthly cycle, you will continue to access all Course Hero features until day 30, when your account automatically downgrades to the free tier.
You will receive a confirmation email from Course Hero at the address associated with your account within 24 hours of your cancellation request. Keep this email as proof of cancellation. The email will state your cancellation date and your final access date.
On your final access date, your account will automatically transition to Course Hero's free membership tier. You will lose access to premium features such as tutor questions, unlimited document access, and textbook solutions. However, you retain access to publicly available content and cannot be charged further.
Course Hero refund eligibility and the Money-Back guarantee
Course Hero offers a 30-day Money-Back Guarantee for new subscribers, though this applies only if you meet specific conditions.
When you qualify for a full refund
You are eligible for a full refund if you cancel within 30 days of your first charge and have used the service minimally. "Minimal use" typically means you have downloaded fewer than five documents or asked fewer than two tutor questions. Refund requests processed within this 30-day window are approved automatically without further scrutiny.
How to request a refund if you qualify
- Contact Course Hero's customer support immediately.
- Email the support team at [email protected] or use the in-app messaging feature.
- State clearly that you wish to cancel within the 30-day Money-Back Guarantee window.
- Provide your account email address and the date of your first charge.
- Await confirmation from the support team.
- Course Hero typically responds within 24 to 48 hours.
- They will confirm whether your refund has been approved and provide an estimated processing timeframe (typically 5 to 10 business days).
What if Course Hero denies your refund request
If Course Hero refuses your refund claim and you believe you meet the 30-day Money-Back Guarantee criteria, you have the right to escalate your complaint to the Consumer Association of Singapore (CASE). CASE will investigate whether Course Hero has violated its advertised refund policy. Write to CASE with copies of your account registration date, first charge date, and correspondence denying your refund.
Common mistakes that sabotage your cancellation
You are not alone if you have made mistakes during cancellation; thousands of Singapore users encounter the same pitfalls. Here are the traps to avoid.
Mistake 1: cancelling without noting your next billing date
If you do not check when your next charge is scheduled, you may cancel too late and incur an unwanted charge. Always log into your account settings and identify your next billing date before you click "Cancel". Write this date down or take a screenshot. If your next billing date is within 48 hours and you cancel now, the charge will post to your account because payment processors batch charges overnight.
Mistake 2: assuming cancellation is instant
Cancellation does not revoke your access immediately; you retain membership until the end of your current billing period. If you believed you would lose access the moment you clicked "Cancel", you may panic and re-subscribe thinking there was an error. Conversely, if you continue using the service after cancelling, you will not be charged because the cancellation has already been processed. Your access simply ends on the scheduled date.
Mistake 3: cancelling through the wrong platform
If you subscribed through Apple App Store, cancelling via the Course Hero website will not work. Your subscription is managed by Apple, not by Course Hero directly. The same rule applies to Google Play. Cancelling through the wrong channel means your subscription remains active and you continue incurring charges. Always cancel through the platform where you made your original purchase.
Mistake 4: not saving your cancellation confirmation
If Course Hero denies that you cancelled or you later dispute the charge, you will need proof. Take a screenshot of your cancellation confirmation screen and save the reference number if one is provided. Forward the confirmation email to yourself as a backup. Without this proof, you may struggle to recover unauthorised charges through your bank or credit card company.
Mistake 5: confusing the free trial with a paid subscription
Some users believe they are on a free trial when they are actually on a paid plan that started charging after an initial trial period. Before you cancel, verify your billing history in your account settings. Look at your recent transactions to confirm whether you have been charged. If you have been charged without authorisation during a supposed trial, contact Course Hero support and file a dispute through your payment method.
If you have attempted cancellation and Course Hero continues to charge you, you must escalate your complaint through formal channels.
Direct contact with Course Hero
Email Course Hero's support team at [email protected] with the following information: your account email address, the date you attempted cancellation, a screenshot of your cancellation request confirmation, and a statement that you are disputing all charges after your cancellation date. Course Hero typically responds within 48 hours. If they do not, proceed to the next step.
Formal mailing address for cancellation correspondence
You may also send a written cancellation notice to Course Hero's registered office. Send your cancellation letter by registered post to:
Learneo, Inc. (Course Hero)
2261 Market Street #10569
San Francisco, CA 94114
USA
Include your full name, account email address, account registration date, and a clear statement: "I hereby cancel my Course Hero subscription effective immediately and request a refund of all charges incurred after [your cancellation date]." Retain the tracking number and proof of postage for your records.
Escalation through consumer association of singapore (CASE)
If Course Hero does not respond or refuses your cancellation claim, contact the Consumer Association of Singapore (CASE) at 6100 0315 or visit their website. CASE handles disputes between consumers and service providers. You will need to provide copies of your account statements, cancellation request, and all correspondence with Course Hero. CASE will investigate whether Course Hero has breached the Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act by refusing a valid cancellation request or denying a refund you are entitled to under their advertised Money-Back Guarantee.
Disputing unauthorised charges through your bank
If Course Hero continues to charge your card after your cancellation request, contact your bank or credit card issuer immediately. Request a "chargeback" or "payment dispute" for all charges incurred after your cancellation date. Your bank will investigate whether the charges were authorised. If you can provide proof of your cancellation request (screenshot or email), your bank will almost certainly reverse the charges and may close Course Hero's merchant account if this is a pattern of abuse.
Comparison: Course Hero versus alternatives
Before you cancel, consider whether another study platform might serve your needs better and cost less.
| Platform |
Monthly cost (SGD) |
Document access |
Tutor support |
Free alternative |
| Course Hero |
S$50.79 |
Unlimited |
Yes (paid) |
Limited |
| Chegg Study |
S$45.00 |
Millions of textbooks |
Yes (paid) |
Limited |
| Khan Academy |
Free |
Video lessons |
Community forums |
Yes |
| OpenStax |
Free |
Peer-reviewed textbooks |
No |
Yes |
| YouTube (University channels) |
Free |
Video lectures |
No formal support |
Yes |
| Your institution's library |
Included in tuition |
Research databases |
Librarian support |
Yes |
If you are cancelling because of cost, explore free alternatives such as Khan Academy, OpenStax, or your educational institution's library resources. Yafee recognises that many students do not realise their school or university provides free access to academic databases equivalent to Course Hero's premium tier.
Your cancellation checklist
Tick off each step to ensure your cancellation is complete and protected:
- Identify the platform where you subscribed (website, Apple App Store, or Google Play)
- Log into your account and note your next billing date in writing
- Check whether you fall within the 30-day Money-Back Guarantee window
- Initiate cancellation through the correct platform
- Screenshot the cancellation confirmation screen and save the reference number
- Wait for the confirmation email from Course Hero within 24 hours
- Save this email in a dedicated folder for your records
- Verify your bank or credit card statement on your next billing date to confirm no charge posts
- If an unauthorised charge appears, dispute it immediately with your bank
- Keep all documentation for at least 12 months in case you need to escalate to CASE
Conclusion: take control of your subscription now
Cancelling Course Hero protects you from unwanted recurring charges and restores control of your study budget. The process takes fewer than five minutes through the website, Apple App Store, or Google Play, yet procrastination costs you money every single day. Yafee has guided thousands of Singapore consumers through subscription cancellations across education platforms, and the consistent finding is that early action prevents financial regret.
Your rights under the Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act are explicit: you have the right to cancel at any time, and Course Hero must honour that cancellation before your next billing date. If you are within 30 days of your first charge and have used the service minimally, claim your Money-Back Guarantee refund. If Course Hero resists, escalate to CASE or dispute the charge through your bank.
Yafee has helped thousands of consumers cancel unwanted subscriptions and recover unauthorised charges. Visit yafee.com today to verify your cancellation status, access templates for formal correspondence with Course Hero, and connect with consumer advocates who can guide you through escalation if needed. Your money matters; cancel decisively and keep what is yours.