How to cancel Plushcare in singapore: your complete step-by-step guide
Understanding Plushcare and your cancellation rights
Plushcare is a telehealth platform that connects you with licensed clinicians for online primary care, mental health services, and prescription support. If you subscribed to a membership but now wish to stop recurring charges or switch providers, you have clear consumer rights under Singapore law. Yafee specialises in helping you navigate these cancellation processes with precision, ensuring you understand exactly where you stand before you act. The sooner you take control of your subscription, the sooner you avoid unexpected billing cycles.
What Plushcare delivers
Plushcare offers video consultations with healthcare providers, in-app messaging, prescription support, and access to discounted laboratory services. The platform operates on a membership model combined with optional pay-per-visit appointments. While Plushcare was designed primarily for United States patients, many Singapore residents have subscribed to access same-day or next-day appointments for common health conditions and mental health support.
Why your cancellation rights matter in singapore
Singapore's Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act protects you even when you contract with overseas services. Under this legislation, you have the right to cancel memberships that contain unfair terms, misleading billing language, or inadequate disclosure of auto-renewal policies. If Plushcare's cancellation procedure is deliberately obscured or if charges continue after you request cancellation, the Consumers Association of Singapore (CASE) can investigate on your behalf. Yafee emphasises that understanding these protections upfront prevents costly disputes and gives you leverage if the company resists your cancellation.
Your legal position under singapore consumer law
Singapore law grants you specific protections when cancelling overseas subscriptions, regardless of where Plushcare operates.
Consumer protection (Fair trading) act framework
The Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act is your primary shield. Under Section 4, traders must not engage in unfair contract terms such as preventing you from cancelling without undue burden, charging hidden penalties, or failing to disclose renewal dates clearly. If Plushcare's membership agreement contains terms that are ambiguous about cancellation rights or renewal timing, you can challenge those terms as potentially unfair. CASE (the Consumers Association of Singapore) enforces this Act and can lodge complaints on your behalf if Plushcare refuses reasonable cancellation requests.
Furthermore, under the Supply of Goods Act, any services supplied must be delivered with reasonable care and skill. If Plushcare fails to connect you with a provider, provides inadequate technical infrastructure, or supplies services that do not meet the standard promised, you have grounds to request a refund or credit regardless of subscription status.
Your legal position: cancellation and refunds
You are entitled to: Cancel your Plushcare membership at any time by submitting a written request (email counts as written notification). You must receive confirmation of cancellation and assurance that no further charges will be applied after your current billing cycle ends. You are entitled to a refund if Plushcare fails to deliver promised services, charges you after you cancel, or fails to respond to a cancellation request within 14 days. You may escalate unresolved disputes to CASE, which can mediate or lodge a complaint with the relevant authorities.
Cancellation methods and your options
Plushcare does not provide a self-service cancellation button within the mobile app or web account; you must contact customer support directly.
Email cancellation: the primary method
Submitting your cancellation by email is the most reliable approach because it creates a written audit trail. Email correspondence proves you submitted your request and establishes the date Plushcare received it. This record protects you if disputes arise over billing or renewal.
Customer support contact and response times
Plushcare's support team operates via email and in-app messaging. You should expect a response acknowledging your cancellation request within 2 to 3 business days. In accordance with fair consumer practice, any response must confirm the exact date your cancellation takes effect and commit to stopping all charges from that date forward. If you do not receive confirmation within 5 business days, follow up with a second email referencing your first request and documenting the delay.
Cancelling individual appointments versus membership
Do not confuse cancelling individual appointments with cancelling your membership. You can cancel specific appointments through the app at no charge if you do so at least 2 hours before your scheduled visit. Cancellations made less than 2 hours before the appointment incur a USD 75 no-show fee (approximately SGD 100). However, cancelling appointments does not cancel your membership or stop recurring charges. To stop all recurring charges, you must formally request membership cancellation.
Step-by-step: how to cancel your Plushcare membership
Follow this structured process to ensure your cancellation is recorded, acknowledged, and executed without delay.
Step 1: gather your account details
Before you compose your cancellation email, assemble the following information so Plushcare can locate your account instantly and process your request without asking for clarification.
- Your full name exactly as registered on your Plushcare account
- The email address linked to your membership
- The last four digits of your payment card on file
- Your date of birth (if required by your account)
- The date you joined Plushcare or your membership number (if visible in your account)
- The date of your most recent charge or appointment
Step 2: compose your formal cancellation email
Write a clear, direct email to Plushcare support. Use plain language and include all required details. A template structure appears below; adapt it to your circumstances.
Subject line: "Membership Cancellation Request - [Your Full Name]"
Email body: "I am writing to formally request cancellation of my Plushcare membership effective immediately. My account details are as follows: [Full Name], [Email Address], [Last Four Card Digits]. I request written confirmation that all charges will cease as of [today's date or your preferred cancellation date] and that no further billing will occur. Please acknowledge this request within 48 hours."
Yafee recommends keeping your email straightforward and unemotional. Avoid lengthy explanations about why you are cancelling; a simple statement of intent is sufficient and legally stronger.
Step 3: identify the correct support email address
Plushcare support can typically be reached via their in-app messaging feature or through a dedicated support email address on their website. If you cannot locate the email address, use the contact form on their website and select "Cancellation" as the inquiry type. Do not send your cancellation request to billing or general inquiries; address it directly to customer support or member services.
Step 4: send your email and document the timestamp
Send your cancellation email and immediately take a screenshot of the sent message, including the timestamp and recipient address. Save this screenshot to a folder on your device or cloud storage. This proof of transmission is essential if Plushcare later claims it never received your request.
Step 5: monitor for confirmation and set a reminder
Set a calendar reminder for 5 business days from the date you sent your cancellation email. Within this period, Plushcare must acknowledge your request in writing and confirm the cancellation effective date. If you do not receive confirmation by day 5, send a follow-up email stating: "I submitted a cancellation request on [date]. I have not received confirmation. Please confirm receipt and provide the effective cancellation date by [date 2 days hence]."
Step 6: verify your cancellation with your bank
Once Plushcare confirms your cancellation, check your bank or credit card statements for the next 30 days to ensure no further charges appear. If a charge posts after your confirmed cancellation date, document it immediately and contact Plushcare's support team a second time with evidence of the cancellation confirmation email. If they do not reverse the charge within 7 days, escalate to CASE.
Refund eligibility and timelines
Your entitlement to a refund depends on the circumstances of your cancellation and when you request it.
Refunds for unused membership periods
Plushcare typically does not refund unused portions of monthly memberships if you cancel mid-cycle. Nevertheless, if you paid for an annual membership and cancel within the first 14 days of purchase without using the service, you may have grounds to request a refund under the principle that services were not yet delivered. This applies only if you did not attend any appointments or receive consultations.
Refunds for service failures
If Plushcare failed to deliver promised services-such as no available appointments, provider cancellations, technical outages preventing access, or billing errors-you are entitled to a refund or credit for that billing period. Document the failure clearly: take screenshots, note dates and times, and record any communication with support about the issue. Submit this evidence alongside a refund request email to support.
Disputed charges and chargeback procedures
If Plushcare continues charging after your confirmed cancellation date or refuses to refund a disputed charge, contact your bank or credit card issuer immediately. Request a chargeback (reversal) of the disputed transaction, citing your cancellation request and Plushcare's failure to honour it. Your bank has up to 120 days to investigate chargebacks, and the burden then falls on Plushcare to prove the charge was authorised and the service was delivered. Yafee advises keeping all email evidence organised so you can provide it to your bank quickly.
Pricing, billing cycles, and what to expect
Understanding Plushcare's pricing structure helps you plan your cancellation timing and avoid unnecessary charges.
| Membership tier |
Billing period |
Approximate SGD cost |
What is included |
| Monthly membership |
Monthly (auto-renews) |
SGD 60-85 |
Unlimited messaging, one video visit per month included |
| Pay-per-visit |
Per consultation |
SGD 50-100 |
No membership; charged only when you book an appointment |
| Mental health subscription |
Monthly (auto-renews) |
SGD 70-120 |
Therapy sessions, psychiatry consultations, unlimited messaging |
| Annual membership (prepaid) |
12 months (auto-renews annually) |
SGD 600-850 |
Monthly benefits prepaid; best value if committed long-term |
Charges are processed in US dollars and converted to SGD at your bank's prevailing exchange rate, typically resulting in a small variation each month. If you cancel mid-month, you are not entitled to a pro-rata refund unless you cancel within 14 days of purchase and have not used the service.
What happens after your cancellation takes effect
Once Plushcare confirms your cancellation, understand what changes and what remains accessible to you.
Access to your account and medical records
Your Plushcare account and past consultation records typically remain accessible for 30 to 90 days after cancellation so you can retrieve prescriptions, test results, or clinical notes. After that period, records are archived. Request copies of important documents (prescriptions, test results, clinical summaries) before your cancellation takes effect. You have a legal right under Singapore's Personal Data Protection Act to obtain your medical data; if Plushcare resists, escalate to the Personal Data Protection Commission (PDPC).
Cancelling scheduled appointments after membership cancellation
If you have booked appointments after your cancellation request but before the cancellation takes effect, you must cancel those appointments separately through the app to avoid no-show fees. Confirm with support in writing that cancelling your membership does not automatically cancel pending appointments.
Re-subscribing in future
You can re-subscribe to Plushcare at any time. Re-subscription does not penalise you or void any previous consumer rights. However, if you left a negative balance or disputed charges, Plushcare may refuse to re-activate your account until the dispute is resolved.
Common mistakes when cancelling and how to avoid them
Cancellation disputes are rarely about the right to cancel; they arise from procedural errors that leave ambiguity about when cancellation took effect or whether the company received the request. Avoiding these mistakes protects you from unexpected charges and strengthens your position if you need to escalate to CASE.
Mistake 1: cancelling via the app or deleting the app
Deleting the Plushcare app from your phone does not cancel your membership. Many users assume uninstalling the app stops charges, only to discover they were billed again the following month. The app is merely the interface; your subscription exists on Plushcare's servers independently. Always cancel through official customer support channels, never through the app.
Mistake 2: sending cancellation requests to the wrong email or contact
If you email [email protected] or use a generic contact form without selecting "cancellation," your request may be routed to the wrong department and delayed. Yafee recommends verifying the correct support email on Plushcare's official website before sending. If you are unsure, use the in-app chat to ask: "What is the correct email address to send a membership cancellation request?"
Mistake 3: failing to document the request and confirmation
If you cancel verbally (if offered) or via chat without saving screenshots, you have no proof if Plushcare claims the cancellation was never submitted. Always obtain written confirmation. Save emails, screenshots, and reference numbers in a dedicated folder or send yourself a summary email with all details and links.
Mistake 4: cancelling on the last day of your billing cycle
Cancelling just before your next renewal may be too late. Plushcare typically processes renewals 1 to 3 days before the billing date. To avoid an unwanted charge, cancel at least 5 days before your renewal date. Check your account to find your renewal date, then set a cancellation deadline accordingly.
Mistake 5: not following up after no response
If Plushcare does not respond to your cancellation email within 5 business days, do not assume your request was received. Follow up immediately with a second email referencing the first. Consequently, if there is still no response within 7 days total, escalate your complaint to CASE or file a chargeback with your bank.
When to escalate your cancellation dispute to CASE
If Plushcare refuses to cancel, continues charging after cancellation, or fails to respond to reasonable requests, you have formal escalation options.
Filing a complaint with CASE
The Consumers Association of Singapore (CASE) investigates complaints against traders, including overseas digital service providers. You can file a complaint online at case.org.sg if:
- Plushcare continues charging after you submitted a cancellation request and they acknowledged receipt
- Plushcare refuses to cancel citing reasons that violate the Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act
- Plushcare's cancellation terms are deliberately obscured or misleading
- You have exhausted reasonable attempts to resolve the dispute directly with Plushcare
CASE will mediate between you and Plushcare, and in many cases, companies comply with CASE recommendations to avoid reputational damage or regulatory enforcement action.
Chargeback as a final enforcement tool
If CASE mediation does not resolve the dispute or if Plushcare ignores CASE's recommendations, contact your bank and request a chargeback for unauthorised charges posted after your cancellation date. Provide your bank with copies of your cancellation request email, Plushcare's confirmation (if received), and evidence of the disputed charge. Your bank will contact Plushcare and demand proof that the charge was authorised. In most cases, Plushcare cannot provide this proof if you cancelled, and your bank reverses the charge.
Keeping versus cancelling: a comparison for your decision
Before you commit to cancellation, consider whether your circumstances truly warrant it or whether pausing might serve you better.
| Scenario |
Keep your membership |
Cancel your membership |
| You use Plushcare 1-2 times per month |
Cost-effective; membership fee spreads across visits |
Only if you will not need telehealth services for 6+ months |
| You have a chronic condition requiring ongoing consultations |
Keep active; continuity of care and lower per-visit cost |
Cancel only if switching to a Singapore-based local provider |
| You rarely use the service and are billed monthly |
Use it or lose it; the cost accumulates unused |
Cancel immediately; switching to pay-per-visit avoids monthly waste |
| You are relocating or no longer accessing telehealth |
Not applicable |
Cancel to stop recurring charges; no future use expected |
| You found a cheaper or better alternative provider |
Loyalty to an inferior service costs money |
Cancel and switch; your money is better spent elsewhere |
If you are simply unsure whether to keep the membership, contact Plushcare support and ask whether they offer a temporary pause or suspension option. Some telehealth platforms allow you to freeze a membership for 1 to 3 months without incurring charges, then resume it later. This buys you time without committing to full cancellation.
Cancellation address and final next steps
To formally cancel your Plushcare membership, send your written cancellation request to Plushcare's customer support team. Although Plushcare does not publish a mailing address in Singapore, direct your cancellation email to their primary support contact channel. The most reliable approach is to use the in-app contact form or email their support team and request confirmation of the correct cancellation email address before submitting your request.
Include your full name, account email, and a clear statement: "I request immediate cancellation of my Plushcare membership effective [date]. Please confirm this cancellation in writing within 48 hours and confirm no further charges will be applied."
Save all correspondence. If you do not receive confirmation within 5 business days, follow up. If Plushcare resists or continues charging, escalate to CASE (case.org.sg) or file a chargeback with your bank.
Cancellation disputes can be frustrating and time-consuming, but your rights under Singapore law are clear and enforceable. Yafee has helped thousands of consumers cancel unwanted subscriptions, recover disputed charges, and hold companies accountable when they fail to honour cancellation requests. By following this guide, documenting every step, and escalating to the appropriate authority if necessary, you ensure that your cancellation is processed correctly and that you regain control over your billing. Take action today, and stop the charges tomorrow.