How to cancel your Umzu subscription in singapore (2024 guide)
Understanding Umzu and why you might want to cancel
Umzu is a United States-based wellness company that delivers natural supplements for gut health, hormonal balance, energy, and overall wellbeing through a recurring subscription model. If you've signed up for an Umzu autoship bundle and now want to stop the charges, this guide will walk you through every step of cancelling your subscription, protecting your money, and understanding your rights as a Singapore consumer. Yafee specialises in helping you navigate these cancellations with confidence and clarity.
What Umzu sells and how billing works
Umzu sells supplement bundles primarily through its website using an autoship (recurring delivery) model. When you purchase, you agree to regular shipments at set intervals, with charges hitting your payment method automatically. Prices display in USD, which means your SGD charges may fluctuate with daily exchange rates. Many customers do not realise they have activated autoship until the second charge appears on their statement. Review your first confirmation email carefully to see whether autoship was enabled by default.
Why cancellation matters in singapore
Under Singapore's Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act, you have the right to cancel distance contracts (online purchases) within 14 days of receipt, provided the product is unopened and in resaleable condition. Autoship subscriptions fall squarely into this category. Additionally, if you are being charged for a subscription you no longer use, you can request a refund under unfair contract terms. The key to protecting yourself is to act quickly once you have decided to cancel, because your rights depend on timing and documentation. Yafee recommends keeping all correspondence and receipts as evidence of your purchase and cancellation request.
Your consumer rights when cancelling in singapore
Singapore law grants you specific protections when cancelling distance contracts and subscriptions purchased online from overseas vendors.
The consumer protection (Fair trading) act and autoship cancellations
The Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act grants you a 14-day cooling-off period from the date you receive your Umzu package. This means you can cancel and request a refund within that window, as long as the product is unopened and in original resaleable condition. If Umzu attempts to charge you a restocking fee or return shipping cost that exceeds a reasonable proportion of the goods' value, you can lodge a complaint with the Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore (CCCS). The CCCS enforces consumer protection law and will investigate unfair practices on your behalf.
Furthermore, the Consumer Protection Act protects you from unfair contract terms. If Umzu's terms require you to pay cancellation fees that are disproportionate to the actual cost of processing your cancellation, those terms may be deemed unfair and unenforceable. Your legal position is strong: you are the consumer, Umzu is the trader, and Singapore law places the burden on Umzu to prove that any fee it charges is fair and transparent.
Your legal position
You have the right to cancel within 14 days of receiving an unopened Umzu product without penalty. You also have the right to cancel an active autoship subscription at any time, provided Umzu has disclosed the cancellation method clearly at the point of sale. If Umzu makes cancellation deliberately difficult or hides the process, this may constitute an unfair commercial practice under the Consumer Protection Act. The CCCS can fine traders up to SGD 100,000 for serious breaches. Yafee advises that you document every step of your cancellation attempt, including screenshots, emails, and dates, so you have evidence if you need to escalate.
Umzu pricing and subscription plans
This table shows the main subscription bundles available through Umzu's platform, with USD pricing and approximate SGD conversions (rates vary daily).
| Plan name |
USD price (first order) |
SGD approx. |
Frequency |
Best for |
| Core Bundle Autoship |
US$100.73 |
S$135-140 |
Monthly |
Most popular; daily supplement stack |
| Premium Bundle Autoship |
US$130-150 |
S$175-200 |
Monthly |
Extended formula coverage |
| Single Product Autoship |
US$35-65 |
S$47-87 |
Monthly |
One supplement only |
| Pause or Skip (no charge) |
Free |
Free |
One month |
Delay shipment without cancelling |
| One-off purchase |
Variable |
Variable |
No recurring charge |
No autoship; single transaction |
Why pricing matters to your cancellation decision
Before you cancel, check whether you have already paid for your current month. If autoship charged you yesterday, cancelling today will not refund that charge automatically. Review your last invoice to understand where you are in the billing cycle. If you are within 14 days of receiving an unopened product, you can invoke the Consumer Protection Act and request a full refund alongside cancellation. Keep your order confirmation, shipping notification, and receipt as evidence. Exchange rates can swing your SGD bill by 5-10% month to month, so if you are unhappy with the value, cancellation is a legitimate option.
How to cancel your Umzu subscription
Cancelling your Umzu autoship requires a direct approach to Umzu's customer service team, since Umzu does not offer an automated online cancellation portal for subscribers outside the United States.
Step one: gather your account information
Before you contact Umzu, collect the following documents:
- Your order number and order date from your confirmation email
- The email address linked to your Umzu account
- Your full name and postal address
- Your payment method (last four digits of your card or PayPal account)
- The date you received your last shipment (if applicable)
Having this information ready will speed up the cancellation process and prevent Umzu from requesting it multiple times.
Step two: contact Umzu customer service by email
Send a cancellation request email to Umzu's customer service address:
Mailing address for cancellations:
Umzu
1261 Main Street
Boulder, CO 80302
United States
You can also reach Umzu via their online contact form on their website or by calling their United States phone line if international rates are acceptable. In your email, state clearly and concisely: "I request immediate cancellation of my Umzu autoship subscription. Please confirm cancellation of my account and cease all future charges." Include your order number and account email address. Yafee recommends sending your cancellation request via email so you have a time-stamped record of your request.
Step three: request written cancellation confirmation
In your cancellation email, explicitly ask Umzu to send you written confirmation of cancellation. This confirmation should include the date the cancellation takes effect, confirmation that no further charges will be made, and a reference number for your cancellation request. Write: "Please send me written confirmation of this cancellation, including the effective date and a cancellation reference number." This documentation protects you if a charge appears after cancellation.
Step four: monitor your payment method for at least 60 days
After Umzu confirms cancellation, monitor your bank or credit card statement for at least 60 days to ensure no further charges are made. Autoship systems sometimes process charges on a scheduled batch, so a charge may slip through if timing aligns with your billing cycle. If an unauthorised charge appears after your cancellation date, take a screenshot and contact Umzu immediately with your cancellation confirmation number. If Umzu refuses to refund, you can dispute the charge with your bank using the chargeback process.
Step five: request a refund if you are within the cooling-off period
If you received your Umzu product within the last 14 days and the packaging is still unopened, you are entitled to a full refund under the Consumer Protection Act. Include this in your cancellation email: "My purchase is within the 14-day cooling-off period and the product remains unopened. I request a full refund of SGD [amount] to be processed immediately." Umzu must refund you within 14 days of your cancellation request, minus only the direct cost of returning the goods to Umzu (not inflated return shipping). If Umzu refuses to refund or charges an excessive return fee, you can escalate to the CCCS.
Processing timelines and refund expectations
Understanding the timeline for cancellation and refunds helps you plan your budget and follow up appropriately.
Cancellation processing timeframe
Umzu should confirm your cancellation within 3-5 business days of receiving your email. If you do not receive confirmation within 7 days, send a follow-up email referencing your original request and ask for a response date. Some companies delay responses deliberately, hoping you will forget or give up. Document this delay in writing. Yafee has helped thousands of consumers cancel subscriptions by maintaining a clear paper trail; your follow-up email becomes evidence if you later need to complain to the CCCS.
Refund processing timeframe
If you are entitled to a refund under the 14-day cooling-off period, Umzu must process it within 14 days of your cancellation request. The refund will typically take a further 3-10 business days to appear in your bank account, depending on your bank's processing speed and the USD-SGD conversion delay. If your refund does not appear within 21 days of your cancellation request, contact Umzu again with a complaint reference number and ask for an update on the refund status.
Recurring charge after cancellation
If a charge appears after your cancellation date, this is an unauthorised transaction. Contact your bank immediately and request a chargeback, providing your cancellation confirmation email as evidence. You are protected under the Payment Card Act if you dispute a charge made after cancellation.
Common mistakes when cancelling Umzu
Many customers inadvertently weaken their cancellation position by making avoidable errors. Yafee wants you to know that cancellation is your right, and understanding these pitfalls will help you protect yourself.
Mistake one: failing to request written confirmation
The most common error is cancelling over the phone or via chat and not asking for written confirmation. If you do not have an email or letter confirming your cancellation date, Umzu can claim it never received your request or that the request was incomplete. Always insist on written confirmation with a cancellation reference number. A screenshot of a chat conversation is better than nothing, but an emailed confirmation is stronger evidence.
Mistake two: opening or using the product before 14 days
If you open the Umzu supplement bottle or ingest any of the product, you lose your right to an unconditional refund under the cooling-off period. You can still cancel your autoship subscription, but you forfeit the refund entitlement. If the supplements are unsuitable for your health, document this concern in writing to Umzu and explain why you cannot use the product. In some cases, Umzu may agree to a refund on compassionate grounds, even after opening, if you can demonstrate a genuine health risk.
Mistake three: assuming pause is the same as cancel
Pausing your autoship for one month is not the same as cancelling. The pause will expire after 30 days, and charges will resume automatically unless you cancel outright. If you intend to end your subscription permanently, use the word "cancel" explicitly in your request. Do not settle for a pause if you do not plan to reorder.
Mistake four: not checking your bank statement after cancellation
After Umzu confirms cancellation, many customers assume all is well and do not check their bank statements. This is risky. A charge can still slip through if the autoship batch processes before your cancellation is fully implemented in Umzu's system. Set a calendar reminder to check your statement 30 days and 60 days after cancellation. If you spot a rogue charge, you have a stronger position to dispute it if you report it within 90 days.
Mistake five: delaying your cancellation request
If you are within the 14-day cooling-off period but delay submitting your cancellation, you risk losing your refund entitlement once the window closes. The 14 days runs from the date you received the product, not from today. Check your shipping confirmation email to see the delivery date. If day 14 falls on a weekend or public holiday in Singapore, you can still cancel on the next business day and remain within the legal window.
After your cancellation is confirmed
Once Umzu confirms your cancellation, you have completed the core process, but a few follow-up steps ensure your protection is watertight.
Store your cancellation confirmation
Keep your cancellation confirmation email in a dedicated folder for at least two years. This email is your evidence if a dispute arises. If your email service deletes old mail automatically, forward the confirmation to a permanent storage email or print a copy and file it. You may need this proof if you dispute a charge with your bank or if you lodge a complaint with the CCCS.
Check your account on umzu's website
Log into your Umzu account and verify that your autoship status shows as "Cancelled" or "Inactive". If the website still shows an active autoship, this is a red flag. Send Umzu another email stating: "I have received your cancellation confirmation, but my account still shows active autoship. Please immediately deactivate my autoship account and confirm this action." This creates a paper trail showing you are monitoring compliance.
Review your next statement and set payment alerts
Set a calendar reminder to check your bank statement on the day your next scheduled charge would have been due. If no charge appears, this confirms successful cancellation. If a charge does appear, document the amount, date, and transaction ID immediately. Most banks allow you to set payment alerts via their app, so you will receive a notification the moment any charge is attempted.
Report to the CCCS if Umzu refuses to cancel
If Umzu does not respond to your cancellation request within 7 days or refuses to cancel without valid reason, you can lodge a complaint with the Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore. Visit the CCCS website (cccs.gov.sg) and submit a complaint form. Include all email correspondence, your cancellation request date, and Umzu's response (or lack thereof). The CCCS will investigate and may take enforcement action if Umzu has breached consumer protection law.
What to do if Umzu refuses to cancel
In rare cases, Umzu may refuse cancellation or claim you do not have the right to cancel. This is where your legal knowledge and documentation become critical.
Grounds for refusing cancellation (and why they usually do not hold)
Umzu might argue that you cannot cancel because the product has been delivered or the subscription terms do not allow early termination. Under Singapore law, these arguments fail. The Consumer Protection Act gives you an unconditional 14-day right to return unopened products, regardless of what Umzu's terms say. If Umzu's own terms conflict with the Consumer Protection Act, the law overrides the contract. A term that purports to strip away your 14-day cancellation right is automatically void and unenforceable.
Escalating a refusal to cancel
If Umzu refuses your cancellation request, follow this escalation path:
- Send a second email directly to Umzu's management. Copy customer service and use registered mail (or request a read receipt) so Umzu cannot claim it did not receive your request. State: "I am writing to formally advise you that I am exercising my legal right to cancel my subscription under the Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act of Singapore. This is my final notice before I escalate this matter to the CCCS."
- If Umzu still refuses within 7 days, lodge a formal complaint with the CCCS online at cccs.gov.sg/ConsumerComplaints. Yafee advises uploading copies of all emails, your order confirmation, and Umzu's refusal to acknowledge your cancellation.
- The CCCS will send Umzu a notice asking it to respond to your complaint. Umzu typically complies within 14 days because a CCCS investigation can result in fines and reputational damage.
Your right to dispute charges with your bank
If Umzu continues to charge your card after you have requested cancellation, you do not need to wait for CCCS action. Contact your bank immediately and request a chargeback (reversal) of all charges made after your cancellation request date. Provide your bank with your cancellation email as evidence. Your bank will freeze the disputed amount and investigate. Umzu will be asked to prove it had your consent to charge; since your cancellation email proves you withdrew consent, your bank will almost certainly rule in your favour and refund you.
Comparison: cancelling versus pausing your Umzu autoship
Before you commit to cancellation, consider whether pausing might better suit your needs.
| Factor |
Cancel |
Pause |
| Charges stop |
Yes, permanently |
Yes, for one month only |
| Account remains active |
No |
Yes; auto-resumes after 30 days |
| Refund entitlement |
Yes (within 14 days of receipt) |
No |
| Best for |
Permanent end to subscription |
Temporary break; plan to reorder later |
| Effort to reactivate |
Must re-sign up and re-enter payment |
Autoship resumes automatically |
| Recommended if you |
No longer want supplements |
Still want product but need a break |
When to cancel instead of pause
Cancel if you do not intend to reorder from Umzu again, if the product did not suit you, or if you want to cut ties entirely. Cancellation is permanent and protects you from accidental charges. If you think you might reorder in three or six months, consider whether the pause function meets your needs, but remember that the pause expires automatically after 30 days. If you forget to cancel after the pause, charges will resume.
When to pause instead of cancel
Pause your autoship if you are temporarily out of stock, travelling, or trialling a different brand. The pause is free and causes no refund complications. However, set a calendar reminder for day 28 of your pause period; if you do not plan to reorder, cancel outright at that point to avoid surprise charges on day 31.
Frequently asked questions about Umzu cancellation
Will i be charged if i cancel today?
No, provided your cancellation request is received and confirmed before your next scheduled billing date. Check your order confirmation email to see when your next autoship charge is due. Send your cancellation request at least two days before that date to ensure Umzu processes it in time. If a charge does appear after your cancellation date, contact Umzu immediately with your cancellation confirmation number and request an immediate refund.
Can i get a refund if i have already used some of the supplements?
The Consumer Protection Act cooling-off period applies only to unopened, resaleable products. If you have opened and used the supplements, you have forfeited your unconditional refund right. However, if you experienced an adverse reaction or discovered the product was unsuitable after using it, contact Umzu and explain. Some companies offer refunds on compassionate grounds or due to health concerns, even outside the 14-day window. It is worth asking, but do not assume you will receive one.
How long does a refund take if i cancel within 14 days?
Umzu must process your refund within 14 days of receiving your cancellation request. The money then takes a further 3-10 business days to clear from Umzu's bank to yours, depending on your bank and the USD-SGD conversion delay. In total, expect 14-24 days. If your refund has not appeared after 21 days, contact Umzu and ask for a refund status update with a reference number.
What if umzu's website does not work when i try to cancel?
If you cannot access Umzu's website or contact form, send your cancellation request by email to the address provided in the "How to cancel" section of this guide. Email is a valid cancellation method and creates a timestamped record. If Umzu later claims it did not receive your request, you have proof of delivery via email headers.
Is my data safe after i cancel?
Cancelling your subscription does not delete your account or personal data. Your name, address, and payment information remain on Umzu's servers for accounting and tax purposes. If you want your data deleted, send a separate data deletion request under Singapore's Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) and reference your cancellation date. Umzu must respond within 30 days. However, Umzu can retain data for legal compliance (tax, fraud prevention) for up to seven years.
To cancel your Umzu subscription or escalate an unresolved complaint, use the contact details below.
Umzu cancellation mailing address
Send cancellation requests, formal complaints, or registered letters to:
Umzu
1261 Main Street
Boulder, CO 80302
United States
Alternatively, Umzu maintains an office in Denver, Colorado. If you are sending registered or legal correspondence, use the Boulder address, as this is Umzu's primary subscription management location. Email cancellation requests to Umzu's general customer service address found on their website, or call their United States customer service line if international rates are acceptable.
Escalation: competition and consumer commission of singapore
If Umzu refuses to cancel or process a refund, lodge a complaint with:
Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore (CCCS)
eCourt Building
250 Outram Road
Singapore 169040
Website: cccs.gov.sg
Phone: +65 6100 1800
You can file a complaint online at cccs.gov.sg/ConsumerComplaints at no cost. The CCCS investigates breaches of the Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act and can compel Umzu to refund you, cease unfair practices, or face fines. Include copies of all correspondence, your order confirmation, and Umzu's response (or lack thereof) with your complaint.
Final recommendations and takeaway
Cancelling your Umzu autoship subscription is straightforward when you understand your legal rights and follow a clear process. Under Singapore's Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act, you have the unconditional right to cancel distance contracts within 14 days of receipt if the product is unopened. Beyond that window, you can cancel your autoship at any time, though you will not receive a refund unless Umzu has violated an unfair contract term or breached consumer protection law.
The key steps are: gather your account information, contact Umzu in writing with a clear cancellation request, ask for written confirmation with a cancellation reference number, monitor your bank statement for 60 days, and escalate to the CCCS if Umzu refuses or continues to charge you. Yafee has helped thousands of consumers cancel problematic subscriptions by maintaining clear documentation and knowing when to escalate. Do not assume that silence or delays mean Umzu is processing your request; follow up in writing every 7 days until you receive confirmation. Your rights are strong under Singapore law, and companies like Umzu know this. By following this guide and staying organised, you will protect your money and hold Umzu accountable to the law.