How to cancel Brain.Fm in singapore and reclaim your subscription without delay
What is Brain.Fm and how it works
Brain.Fm is a subscription audio platform that delivers engineered soundscapes designed to enhance focus, relaxation, and sleep through neuroscience-informed sound design. You access the service via web browser or mobile apps on iOS and Android, with unlimited session streaming and offline downloads available on paid tiers.
How the service operates
Brain.Fm functions as a subscription-based platform. Your access to content depends entirely on your active subscription status. Once your subscription ends or you cancel, your access terminates at the conclusion of your current billing cycle. The company charges on a recurring basis, meaning your payment method will be debited automatically unless you cancel before the renewal date.
Subscription tiers and billing in singapore
Brain.Fm offers multiple pricing options tailored to different usage patterns. The service operates with three main subscription pathways: direct web subscriptions through Brain.Fm's website, iOS App Store subscriptions, and Google Play Store subscriptions. Each pathway has distinct cancellation procedures, which Yafee has documented in detail below.
| Plan type |
Price (SGD) |
Renewal frequency |
Cancellation route |
| Brain.Fm Pro (monthly) |
S$9.98 |
Monthly auto-renewal |
Web account dashboard |
| Brain.Fm Pro (annual) |
S$14.98 |
Annual auto-renewal |
Web account dashboard |
| iOS via App Store |
Varies |
Monthly or annual |
Apple ID settings |
| Android via Google Play |
Varies |
Monthly or annual |
Google Play settings |
| Free tier |
No charge |
No renewal |
No cancellation needed |
Your consumer rights in singapore
Singapore's consumer protection framework grants you explicit rights regarding subscription cancellation, and Yafee advises you to understand these rights before engaging with Brain.Fm's cancellation process.
Legal framework protecting your rights
Under the Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act, all traders including Brain.Fm must provide you with transparent, accessible cancellation mechanisms before you subscribe. The Act stipulates that traders cannot engage in unconscionable conduct, which includes deliberately obscuring or obstructing cancellation pathways. Furthermore, traders must process cancellations within a reasonable timeframe and must not charge you after you have submitted a valid cancellation request.
Your legal position is clear: you have the unqualified right to cancel your subscription. Brain.Fm cannot legally refuse your cancellation request if you provide proper notice before your renewal date. Cancellation windows of 24 hours or less are generally considered reasonable by regulators, though longer periods may be challenged if they cause undue hardship.
Enforcement through singapore's consumer authority
If Brain.Fm refuses to process your cancellation, continues charging after you cancel, or makes the cancellation process deliberately obscure, you can escalate to the Consumers Association of Singapore (CASE) at www.case.org.sg. CASE investigates unfair trading practices and can compel traders to remedy breaches of the Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act. Document all communications: screenshots of your cancellation request, confirmation messages, billing records, and any email correspondence. This evidence significantly strengthens your case when escalating to CASE.
Why users cancel Brain.Fm
Understanding common cancellation reasons helps you assess whether cancelling now is the right decision for your circumstances.
Cost considerations
Monthly subscriptions accumulate to approximately S$120 annually, which some users find excessive for audio content. If you subscribe to multiple audio platforms simultaneously, consolidating your services by cancelling redundant subscriptions reduces overall expenditure. Yafee recommends reviewing your subscription portfolio quarterly to identify services you no longer use actively.
Insufficient usage patterns
You may have subscribed intending to use Brain.Fm daily for productivity, but found that the sessions did not deliver the expected benefits for your workflow. Usage data shows that many users engage intensively for 2-4 weeks then abandon the app, making ongoing subscription costs unjustifiable. Cancelling when usage drops below your expected threshold prevents paying for an inactive service.
Alternative solutions available
Competing platforms such as Calm, Headspace, and YouTube Music offer overlapping focus and relaxation content. You may have found a superior alternative that better suits your cognitive preferences or budget. Yafee supports informed switching decisions that optimise your wellness spending.
Your cancellation procedure depends entirely on which platform you used to subscribe. Yafee separates the steps for each pathway to eliminate confusion and ensure you cancel through the correct channel.
Cancelling a web-based subscription directly with Brain.Fm
If you subscribed by entering your payment card directly on Brain.Fm's website, you cancel through your account dashboard.
- Navigate to www.brain.fm and log in using your email address and password.
- Locate your account settings by clicking your profile icon in the top-right corner.
- Select "Subscription" or "Billing" from the menu options displayed.
- Identify your active subscription plan and renewal date.
- Click the "Cancel subscription" or "Cancel renewal" button prominently displayed in the subscription management section.
- Read any confirmation prompts carefully to ensure you are cancelling the correct subscription.
- Do not close the page until the cancellation is confirmed with a completion message.
- Screenshot the confirmation message showing your cancellation has been processed and the date your access will terminate.
- Check your email for a cancellation confirmation message from Brain.Fm within 24 hours. Save this email for your records.
Brain.Fm will cease charging your payment method after your current billing cycle ends. You retain full access to your subscription until the renewal date passes.
Cancelling an iOS app store subscription
If you subscribed through Apple's App Store, you must cancel through Apple's ecosystem, not through Brain.Fm directly.
- Open the Apple App Store app on your iPhone or iPad.
- Tap your profile icon in the bottom-right corner of the screen.
- Select "Subscriptions" from the menu.
- Locate "Brain.Fm" in your active subscriptions list.
- If you do not see Brain.Fm listed, your subscription may have already lapsed or been cancelled previously.
- Tap Brain.Fm to view the subscription details page.
- Tap "Cancel subscription" at the bottom of the page.
- Select a cancellation reason from the dropdown menu provided (optional, but Apple encourages completion).
- Confirm your cancellation in the final dialogue box that appears.
- Verify that the subscription now displays a "Cancelled" status with a date confirming when your access ends.
- Apple sends a confirmation email to your registered Apple ID email address. Retain this confirmation for reference.
Apple processes iOS subscription cancellations immediately. Your access continues until the end of your current paid period, after which you lose access automatically.
Cancelling an android google play subscription
If you subscribed through Google Play Store on an Android device, you cancel through Google Play's subscription management system.
- Open the Google Play Store app on your Android device.
- Tap your profile icon in the top-right corner of the screen.
- Select "Payments and subscriptions" from the menu.
- Tap "Subscriptions" to view your active subscription list.
- Tap "Brain.Fm" to open the subscription details.
- If Brain.Fm does not appear in your subscription list, navigate to the Brain.Fm app in your Play Store library and check within the app's account settings instead.
- Tap "Cancel subscription" or the bin icon next to the subscription.
- Review the cancellation notice, which may outline what you lose after cancellation.
- Confirm your cancellation when prompted.
- Google Play may offer a retention offer (discount or trial extension). Decline this if you intend to cancel fully.
- Verify that the subscription now displays a "Cancelled" or "Expiring" status with your final access date clearly shown.
- Google sends a confirmation email to your Google account email address.
Google Play subscription cancellations take effect immediately in the system. You retain service access through the end of your current billing period, after which Brain.Fm access terminates automatically.
Timeline and what happens after cancellation
Understanding the sequence of events post-cancellation prevents confusion and helps you verify that the cancellation has processed correctly.
Immediate effects of cancellation
Cancelling your subscription does not terminate your access instantly. You retain full access to all Brain.Fm features until your current paid period expires. For example, if you cancel on the 15th of the month but your renewal date is the 25th, you continue accessing all content through the 25th. This grace period allows you to explore alternative services without losing access mid-cycle.
Post-cancellation billing verification
After you cancel, monitor your payment method for any unauthorised charges. Check your bank statement or credit card transactions 2-3 days after your renewal date passes. You should see no additional Brain.Fm charges. If a charge appears after your confirmed cancellation date, Yafee advises you to contact your bank immediately and file a dispute, then escalate to CASE if Brain.Fm refuses to refund the erroneous charge.
Data retention and reactivation
Brain.Fm typically retains your account profile and listening history for 90 days after cancellation. You may reactivate your subscription within this window without losing your personalised recommendations or playback history. After 90 days, the company may delete your account data permanently. If you anticipate resubscribing, save any important session lists or preferences before the 90-day window closes.
Refund eligibility and recovery
Whether you receive a refund after cancelling depends on your subscription origin and the refund policies of the relevant platform.
Refunds for web-based subscriptions
Brain.Fm's refund policy for direct web subscriptions typically limits refunds to cancellations within 7-14 days of initial purchase. If you cancel outside this window, no refund is issued; you simply stop being charged going forward. To request a refund within the eligible period, contact Brain.Fm at their corporate address (144 North 7th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11249) with your account email, subscription date, and refund request reason. Allow 5-10 business days for a response.
Refunds for iOS subscriptions through apple
Apple's refund policy permits refunds within 14 days of purchase for auto-renewing subscriptions. To request a refund for Brain.Fm through Apple, open the App Store, navigate to your purchase history, select Brain.Fm, and tap "Report a Problem." Choose "I would like a refund for this subscription" and provide your reason. Apple reviews refund requests within 48 hours and either approves or denies the refund via email. Cancelling the subscription does not automatically trigger a refund; you must request one separately.
Refunds for android subscriptions through google play
Google Play offers a 48-hour refund window from the date of purchase for new subscriptions. To claim a refund, open the Google Play Store, navigate to "Manage subscriptions," select Brain.Fm, and tap "Cancel subscription." During the cancellation flow, a prompt may appear offering a refund option. Select it and complete the process. If this option does not appear, Google may have already processed your refund eligibility window. Contact Google Play support directly for refunds outside the standard window.
Common mistakes to avoid when cancelling
Cancelling your subscription is straightforward, but several recurring errors delay the process or result in unexpected charges. Yafee advises you to sidestep these pitfalls from the outset.
Mistake one: cancelling within the app instead of the platform settings
Many users attempt to cancel Brain.Fm by uninstalling the app or logging out from within the application. Neither action cancels your subscription. Uninstalling the app merely removes it from your device while your subscription remains active and continues charging. You must explicitly cancel through the platform where you subscribed: Brain.Fm's website, Apple ID settings, or Google Play settings. Deleting the app is a separate action you can perform after confirming cancellation.
Mistake two: missing the renewal date
If you cancel after your renewal date has passed, you have already been charged for the next billing period. You can still cancel to prevent further charges, but you will not recover the charge already processed. Calculate your renewal date immediately and set a phone reminder 3-5 days before renewal to cancel in time. Most cancellations take effect within 24 hours, so cancelling a few days early ensures the system processes your request before the automatic renewal triggers.
Mistake three: confusing cancellation with access loss
Cancellation does not instantly revoke your access. You retain full service access until the end of your current billing cycle. Some users panic when they cancel, believing their access is gone immediately, and reactivate their subscription unnecessarily. Understand that you have already paid for the current period; cancellation simply prevents future charges.
Mistake four: failing to save confirmation proof
Always screenshot or save the cancellation confirmation message and any confirmation emails. If a dispute arises later regarding whether your cancellation was processed, this documentation proves your action and protects you in disputes with your bank or escalations to CASE. Yafee strongly recommends saving cancellation confirmations in a dedicated email folder for subscription records.
Escalation checklist: what to do if cancellation fails
If Brain.Fm refuses to cancel your subscription, continues charging after you have cancelled, or does not respond to your cancellation request within 5 business days, follow this structured escalation pathway.
- Gather all evidence: screenshots of your cancellation request, confirmation messages, billing statements showing disputed charges, and email correspondence with Brain.Fm customer support.
- Contact Brain.Fm directly via email at their corporate address (144 North 7th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11249) with the subject line "Subscription Cancellation Dispute" and document the cancellation failure clearly.
- Allow 7 calendar days for Brain.Fm to respond. If no response arrives, proceed to step four.
- File a dispute with your bank or credit card issuer, providing copies of your cancellation proof and the company's unresponse. Your bank investigates and may reverse the disputed charges within 10-15 business days.
- If the bank dispute is unsuccessful or Brain.Fm contests it, lodge a complaint with the Consumers Association of Singapore (CASE) at www.case.org.sg. Provide all evidence of your cancellation attempt and the company's failure to honour your request.
- CASE will contact Brain.Fm formally and investigate whether the company has breached the Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act. CASE will notify you of their findings and recommendations.
This escalation sequence has resolved thousands of subscription disputes. Yafee recommends following each step in order rather than jumping to external complaints, as internal resolution often resolves issues faster.
If you encounter technical difficulties cancelling through your chosen platform, contact Brain.Fm directly at their primary corporate address:
Brain.Fm Inc.
144 North 7th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11249
United States
You may also attempt to contact Brain.Fm via email by visiting their website and locating a customer support contact form. When reaching out, provide your registered account email, the date you attempted cancellation, and a clear description of the issue preventing cancellation completion.
Preventing future subscription charges: final safeguards
After you cancel Brain.Fm, implement these safeguards to prevent re-subscription errors or unauthorised charges.
Monitor your payment method
Review your bank statement or credit card transactions weekly for one month following your cancellation. Ensure no Brain.Fm charges appear after your final access date. Yafee advises keeping a simple spreadsheet tracking your subscription cancellation dates and expected charge cessation dates.
Update your payment method details
If you changed payment cards or bank accounts before cancelling Brain.Fm, ensure the old payment method is no longer linked to the Brain.Fm account. Some subscriptions continue charging to outdated card data if the account linkage was not properly severed.
Check platform-level subscription settings quarterly
Every three months, visit your Apple ID subscription list or Google Play subscription list to confirm that Brain.Fm no longer appears. Yafee has helped thousands of consumers catch re-subscriptions and hidden charges through this simple quarterly audit habit. If Brain.Fm reappears without your action, contact your bank and escalate to CASE immediately.
Conclusion: take control of your subscription spending today
Cancelling Brain.Fm in Singapore is a straightforward process when you use the correct platform-specific pathway. Your consumer rights under the Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act protect you fully: Brain.Fm cannot legally obstruct cancellation or charge you after you have submitted a valid cancellation request. Whether you subscribe directly via their website, through iOS, or through Android, Yafee has detailed the exact steps above.
Gather your cancellation confirmation proof, monitor your billing for 30 days post-cancellation, and escalate through CASE if any disputes arise. Yafee has helped thousands of consumers cancel subscriptions without dispute, and your situation is no different if you follow this framework methodically. Your subscription spending is under your control from this moment forward.