How to cancel Booksy in singapore: your complete guide to app store and account termination
Understanding Booksy and your cancellation options
Booksy is an appointment booking platform used by health and wellness service providers across Singapore, including salons, fitness studios, and clinics. If you use Booksy as a client to book appointments or manage a business account through Booksy Biz, you may need to cancel for various reasons: switching to a competitor, reducing subscription costs, or simply no longer requiring the service.
Cancellation involves two distinct pathways. First, you may cancel individual appointments through the platform or with the service provider directly. Second, you may terminate your Booksy subscription or remove app store billing if you subscribed through Apple or Google. Yafee specialises in helping Singapore consumers navigate these processes with clarity and confidence, ensuring you understand your consumer rights at every stage.
This guide walks you through each scenario so you cancel without delay and protect your legal position under Singapore consumer law.
Who this guide applies to
Whether you are cancelling a single appointment, terminating a Booksy Biz business account, or removing an app store subscription, you will find detailed instructions tailored to your situation. Yafee has guided thousands of Singapore users through similar cancellations, and this resource consolidates what you need to know.
Key distinction: appointments versus subscriptions
Service providers (not Booksy) control appointment refund policies. If you booked a haircut or massage, you cancel with the salon or clinic, and their cancellation terms apply. App store subscriptions, by contrast, are billed by Apple or Google, not directly by Booksy. This means you must cancel through your phone's app store settings, not through Booksy itself. Understanding this distinction prevents wasted time and ensures you cancel correctly.
Your consumer rights when cancelling Booksy in singapore
Singapore law provides robust protections for consumers engaging with online services and subscription platforms.
The consumer protection (Fair trading) act and your cancellation rights
The Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act is the primary statutory framework protecting you. Under this law, Booksy must not engage in misleading or deceptive conduct regarding its services, pricing, or cancellation policies. If Booksy makes it unreasonably difficult to cancel, or if the cancellation process differs materially from what was advertised, you have grounds to lodge a complaint with the Consumers Association of Singapore (CASE).
Critically, Booksy cannot waive your statutory consumer rights through its terms and conditions. If Booksy promised a refund policy or cooling-off period and subsequently refuses to honour it, you retain your right to seek remedies including refunds or account credits. Document the original advertisement or promotional material as evidence.
Your legal position: You are protected by statute. Booksy must honour cancellation requests within a reasonable timeframe and comply with its own advertised policies. If it refuses, CASE can investigate and compel compliance at no cost to you.
The 14-day cooling-off period for digital services
Singapore's consumer law does not automatically grant a 14-day cooling-off period for digital services purchased directly (unlike some European jurisdictions). However, if Booksy advertised a cooling-off period, refund guarantee, or "money-back" promise, that advertisement becomes binding. If Booksy refuses to honour a promised refund period, escalate to CASE immediately with screenshots of the original offer.
Escalation through CASE if Booksy refuses
If you submit a cancellation request and Booksy fails to process it or denies a refund without valid reason, contact the Consumers Association of Singapore (CASE) at www.case.org.sg or telephone them directly. CASE is a statutory board with enforcement powers and investigates breaches of consumer law free of charge. Yafee recommends documenting all cancellation requests, emails, and refusals before escalating. Screenshots, transaction receipts, and copies of your written cancellation request strengthen your complaint.
How to cancel Booksy through the app or website
Cancellation steps vary depending on whether you are removing your account, cancelling an app store subscription, or cancelling a specific appointment.
Cancelling your Booksy account on the mobile app
- Open the Booksy app on your device and log in with your credentials.
- If you have forgotten your password, tap "Forgot password" and follow the email recovery link.
- Navigate to your profile or account settings (usually a gear icon or "Account" menu).
- Look for options labelled "Settings", "Preferences", or "Account Management".
- Scroll down to locate "Delete Account", "Deactivate Account", or "Cancel Membership" (exact wording varies).
- Tap this option and read any confirmation prompt that appears.
- Confirm your cancellation by entering your password or verifying your email address.
- Booksy may prompt you to state a reason for cancellation. Provide one if requested.
- Wait for a confirmation message or email confirming your account has been deleted or deactivated.
- Save or screenshot this confirmation for your records.
Cancelling an apple or google play subscription
If you subscribed to Booksy via Apple or Google Play, you must cancel through your phone's app store settings, not through Booksy itself. Yafee advises this method to prevent continued billing.
For Apple (iOS):
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad.
- Tap your name at the top of the screen.
- Tap "Subscriptions" (or "Media & Purchases" then "Subscriptions").
- This page lists all active subscriptions linked to your Apple ID.
- Find Booksy in the list and tap it.
- Scroll to locate the correct entry if you have multiple subscriptions.
- Tap "Cancel Subscription" or "Remove" and confirm the action.
- Your subscription will end at the conclusion of the current billing cycle.
- Check your email for a confirmation receipt from Apple.
- Keep this email as proof of cancellation.
For Google Play (Android):
- Open the Google Play Store app on your Android device.
- Tap your profile icon in the top right corner.
- Tap "Payments and subscriptions" then "Subscriptions".
- A list of all active subscriptions will appear.
- Select Booksy from the list.
- If Booksy does not appear, you may not have an active subscription through Google Play.
- Tap "Cancel subscription" and follow any confirmation prompts.
- Your cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period.
- Google Play will send a confirmation email to your registered account.
- Retain this email for your records.
Cancelling an individual appointment through Booksy
- Open the Booksy app and log in.
- Navigate to "My Appointments" or "Bookings".
- Select the appointment you wish to cancel.
- Tap the appointment date and time to view full details.
- Look for a "Cancel Appointment", "Reschedule", or three-dot menu icon.
- Tap this button to reveal cancellation options.
- Confirm your cancellation and note the service provider's refund policy.
- Yafee advises that the salon or clinic (not Booksy) decides whether you receive a refund.
- Receive a confirmation message or email from the service provider.
- If no confirmation arrives within 24 hours, contact the service provider directly by phone.
Booksy's pricing structure depends on whether you are a client using the free app or a business subscriber.
| User type |
Typical cost (SGD) |
Billing cycle |
Cancellation window |
| Client (free tier) |
Free |
N/A |
Anytime |
| Booksy Biz (business) |
$15-50 (variable) |
Monthly or annual |
Before renewal date |
| Premium features (add-on) |
$5-20 |
Monthly |
Before next billing cycle |
| App store subscription (iOS) |
Varies by tier |
Monthly or annual |
Anytime; ends at cycle end |
| Google Play subscription (Android) |
Varies by tier |
Monthly or annual |
Anytime; ends at cycle end |
| Pay-per-appointment |
SGD $2-10 per booking |
Per transaction |
Subject to provider policy |
Note that Booksy's billing is processed through multiple channels. Direct Booksy Biz subscriptions are billed by Booksy. App store subscriptions are billed by Apple or Google. Always check your bank or payment method statement to confirm where charges originate before cancelling.
What to expect after you cancel Booksy
Cancellation processing and refund timelines vary depending on how you paid and when you initiated the request.
Timeline for account and subscription cancellation
If you cancel through the Booksy app, your account typically deactivates within 24 to 48 hours. During this period, you may lose access to your appointment history and saved service provider information. For app store subscriptions, cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing cycle (not immediately). For example, if your monthly subscription renews on the 15th and you cancel on the 3rd, you retain access until the 15th. After that date, your subscription ends and you are no longer charged.
Refund timelines and refund eligibility
Booksy does not automatically issue refunds for cancelled subscriptions if you have already paid for the full billing period. However, you are entitled to a refund under the Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act if Booksy misrepresented its service, charged you without clear consent, or breached its own refund policy. For app store subscriptions, Apple and Google offer refund options for subscriptions cancelled within 14 days of the initial purchase. Yafee advises submitting a refund request through the app store if this window has not closed.
Access to your data and appointment records
After account cancellation, you may lose access to past appointments and service provider contact details stored in Booksy. Before cancelling, screenshot or download any information you wish to retain (booking confirmations, provider contact details, receipt numbers). Service providers retain their own records, so you can contact them directly if needed. If Booksy refuses to provide your data after cancellation, escalate to CASE as this may breach data protection principles under Singapore law.
Common mistakes to avoid when cancelling Booksy
Many consumers encounter delays or complications because they miss simple but critical steps. Yafee has identified the most frequent errors so you can avoid them.
Mistake one: confusing app store subscriptions with Booksy account cancellation
The most common error is cancelling your Booksy account but forgetting to cancel your Apple or Google Play subscription. This results in continued charges even after your Booksy account is deleted. Always cancel both your account and your app store subscription separately. Check your app store billing settings 48 hours after account cancellation to confirm no further charges are pending.
Mistake two: assuming Booksy processes appointment refunds
Clients often contact Booksy requesting a refund for a cancelled appointment. In reality, the service provider (salon, clinic, or studio) controls refund decisions. Booksy does not hold appointment funds. If a service provider refuses a refund, Yafee recommends requesting their specific cancellation policy in writing, then escalating to CASE if the policy was breached or was unreasonably restrictive.
Mistake three: failing to document your cancellation request
If Booksy disputes your cancellation claim or denies a refund, you need proof that you submitted a valid request. Before cancelling, take screenshots of your account settings, your subscription details, and any cancellation confirmation messages. Save emails from Booksy or your app store provider. This documentation is essential if you escalate to CASE.
Mistake four: not checking your billing statement after cancellation
Even after cancelling, charges may appear if the cancellation did not process correctly or if you cancelled your account but not your app store subscription. Check your credit card or bank statement weekly for one month after cancellation. If charges continue, contact your bank to dispute the transaction and escalate to CASE simultaneously.
Refund policy and your rights under singapore law
Your entitlement to a refund depends on the reason for cancellation and whether Booksy or its service partners breached consumer law.
When you are entitled to a refund
You have a right to a refund if Booksy engaged in misleading or deceptive conduct, failed to disclose material terms before charging you, or breached an advertised refund policy. Additionally, if you subscribed through an app store within the last 14 days and have not significantly used the service, Apple and Google typically grant refunds. Yafee recommends submitting a refund request through your app store account using the "Report a problem" option.
For appointment cancellations, the service provider's policy determines refund eligibility. However, if a provider's policy is unreasonably restrictive (for example, refusing all refunds with less than 24 hours notice without valid reason), you may lodge a complaint with CASE, which can investigate whether the policy violates consumer protection principles.
Processing refunds: timelines and methods
If Booksy approves a refund, it typically processes the payment within 5 to 10 business days. You will see the credit back on your original payment method (credit card, debit card, or digital wallet). If a refund does not appear after 10 business days, contact Booksy customer support and request a refund reference number. If Booksy fails to respond or denies your refund without justification, escalate to CASE with all supporting documentation.
If Booksy refuses to cancel your account, process a refund, or respond to your requests, follow this escalation path.
Contacting Booksy directly
Submit your cancellation or refund request in writing to Booksy's customer support. Include your account email, username, transaction details, and a clear statement of your request. Request a response within 7 business days. Keep copies of all correspondence. Yafee advises using email so you have a timestamped record of your request.
Escalating to the consumers association of singapore (CASE)
If Booksy does not respond within 7 days or refuses your request unreasonably, lodge a complaint with CASE at www.case.org.sg or call them directly. CASE is a statutory body with authority to investigate breaches of the Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act and can compel Booksy to comply with consumer law. Filing a complaint with CASE is free and requires no lawyer. Provide CASE with copies of your emails, screenshots of the cancellation process, your bank or app store statements, and details of Booksy's refusal.
Disputing charges with your bank or app store provider
If charges continue after cancellation, contact your bank or credit card issuer and request a chargeback or transaction dispute. Simultaneously escalate to CASE. Chargebacks are processed within 30 to 60 days and may result in refunds regardless of Booksy's response. Yafee advises initiating both actions in parallel to maximise your chances of recovery.
Key points to remember before you cancel
Cancellation is straightforward once you understand the process and your rights.
| Action |
Step |
Important note |
| Cancelling account |
Open Settings > Delete Account |
Your appointment history will be deleted. |
| Cancelling Apple subscription |
Settings > [Your Name] > Subscriptions > Booksy > Cancel |
Ends at cycle end, not immediately. |
| Cancelling Google Play subscription |
Play Store > Profile > Subscriptions > Booksy > Cancel |
Ends at cycle end, not immediately. |
| Cancelling appointment |
My Appointments > Select booking > Cancel |
Service provider approves refunds, not Booksy. |
| Requesting refund |
Contact Booksy support; if refused, escalate to CASE |
Document all requests and keep proof of cancellation. |
| Disputing charges |
Contact your bank and file chargeback simultaneously with CASE complaint |
This is your strongest remedy if cancellation fails. |
Why you should consider keeping or cancelling Booksy
Before you commit to cancellation, consider whether Booksy genuinely no longer serves your needs or whether a pause or subscription downgrade might be more appropriate.
Reasons to keep Booksy
If you regularly book appointments at multiple service providers (salons, clinics, fitness studios), Booksy centralises your appointment management and sends automatic reminders, reducing no-shows. The platform also displays real-time availability and allows you to compare providers in your area. If you value convenience and organisation, continuing your subscription may justify the cost.
Reasons to cancel Booksy
Cancel if you no longer book appointments, prefer booking directly with service providers, or if costs have increased beyond your budget. Additionally, cancel if Booksy has charged you without consent, misrepresented its features, or if you have found a competitor with better pricing or user experience. Yafee recommends reviewing your last three months of Booksy transactions before cancelling; if you have not used the app, cancellation is justified.
Final summary: take action today
Cancelling Booksy in Singapore is a straightforward process once you follow the correct steps and understand your consumer rights. Whether you are removing your account, cancelling an app store subscription, or requesting a refund, Singapore law protects you under the Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act. Document your cancellation request, monitor your billing statement, and escalate to CASE if Booksy refuses to comply.
Yafee has helped thousands of Singapore consumers navigate subscription cancellations across health, wellness, and digital service platforms. Our legal framework and step-by-step guidance ensure you cancel with confidence and protect your consumer rights. If you encounter resistance from Booksy or your refund is denied, reach out to CASE immediately with your documentation. Yafee remains your trusted resource for clear, authoritative guidance on consumer law and cancellation procedures throughout Singapore. Start your cancellation today and regain control of your subscriptions and billing.