How to cancel Fastvpns in singapore and secure your refund
Why you might want to cancel Fastvpns
Fastvpns is a subscription-based virtual private network (VPN) service that encrypts your internet traffic and masks your IP address to enable private browsing and access to geo-restricted content. You can subscribe directly through the Fastvpns website or via the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, though pricing, features and support channels vary by platform.
You may have decided to cancel for several legitimate reasons: you've found a competitor offering better performance, auto-renewal charges surprised you, or you simply no longer need the service. Whatever your reason, understanding your cancellation options and consumer rights under Singapore law protects you from unexpected charges and ensures you recover any eligible refunds. Yafee has helped thousands of consumers navigate VPN cancellations, and this guide will walk you through every step.
When cancellation becomes the right choice
Cancel Fastvpns if you pay for a service you no longer actively use, if recurring charges have become unaffordable, or if performance falls below your expectations. Canceling stops future billing cycles while your current paid period remains active until its expiry date, so you retain access during the remainder of your subscription term.
Disabling auto-renewal versus permanent account deletion
Disabling auto-renewal prevents future charges but leaves your account active until your current billing period ends. True account deletion-the complete removal of your personal data from Fastvpns servers-may require a separate written request to customer support. Yafee recommends documenting which action you complete so you can follow up with evidence if the company fails to honor your request.
Your consumer rights and what they mean for you
Singapore's Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act (CPFTA) grants you specific statutory rights when canceling digital services and subscriptions. This legislation protects you against unfair contract terms, misrepresentation and non-compliance with cancellation obligations.
Your legal position under singapore law
Under the CPFTA, you have the right to cancel a distance contract (which includes online VPN subscriptions) within fourteen calendar days of purchase without penalty or obligation to provide reason, provided the service has not yet been fully performed. If Fastvpns has already provided the VPN service during your cancellation window, you may still be liable for the service rendered up to the date of cancellation, but the company cannot charge you for future periods.
For auto-renewal contracts specifically, the company must obtain your affirmative consent (explicit opt-in) before charging you. Fastvpns must also provide you with clear, accessible means to cancel auto-renewal. If the company fails to comply with these requirements, you have grounds to dispute charges and demand refunds through the small claims tribunal or the Consumer Association of Singapore (CASE).
When to escalate your cancellation
If Fastvpns refuses to cancel your subscription, fails to process a refund within thirty days, or continues charging after you've requested cancellation, file a complaint with CASE (the official consumer protection body for Singapore). CASE will investigate the company's compliance and may facilitate mediation or recommend formal enforcement action. Yafee advises keeping all written communication-emails, chat transcripts, screenshots-as evidence of your cancellation request and the company's response.
The steps to cancel Fastvpns depend on where you subscribed: the official website, Apple App Store, or Google Play Store. Each platform has distinct cancellation procedures and refund timelines.
How to cancel Fastvpns on the website
Canceling through the Fastvpns website account dashboard is the most direct route if you signed up on their platform.
- Visit fastvpns.com and log in with your registered email address and password.
- If you cannot access your account, click "Forgot password" and follow the email reset link.
- Check your spam folder if the reset email does not arrive within 5 minutes.
- Navigate to your Account Settings or Subscription Management section.
- Look for tabs labeled "Billing," "Subscriptions," "My Plans" or "Renewals."
- Locate the active subscription and select the option to disable auto-renewal or cancel.
- Click the toggle or button to turn off auto-renewal.
- Confirm the action on screen when prompted.
- Take a screenshot of the cancellation confirmation screen showing the date and time.
- This screenshot serves as proof of your cancellation request if disputes arise later.
- Check your email for a cancellation confirmation message within 1-2 hours.
- If no confirmation arrives after 24 hours, contact Fastvpns support immediately to verify the cancellation succeeded.
How to cancel Fastvpns on apple app store
If you subscribed via the Apple App Store, you must cancel through your Apple ID account settings rather than the Fastvpns app itself.
- Open the Apple App Store app on your iPhone, iPad or Mac.
- On iPhone or iPad, tap the profile icon in the top right corner.
- On Mac, click the Account menu in the top menu bar.
- Select "Subscriptions" from the menu.
- You will see a list of all active and expired subscriptions tied to your Apple ID.
- Find Fastvpns (or FastestVPN) in the list and tap it.
- Review your current plan, billing date and renewal amount.
- Tap "Cancel Subscription" at the bottom of the subscription details page.
- You may be prompted to confirm your reason for cancellation; this is optional to complete.
- Confirm the cancellation by tapping "Confirm" when the final prompt appears.
- Your subscription will remain active until the current billing period ends, after which it will not renew.
- Take a screenshot showing the subscription status as "Expired" or "Cancellation Pending."
- Apple will send a confirmation email to your registered address within 24 hours.
How to cancel Fastvpns on google play store
Google Play subscriptions are managed through your Google account; you cannot cancel through the Fastvpns app directly.
- Open Google Play on your Android device or visit play.google.com on a web browser.
- If using a browser, sign in with your Google account.
- Navigate to "Manage my subscriptions" or "Subscriptions."
- On Android, tap your profile icon, then "Manage subscriptions."
- On web, go to Payments and Subscriptions menu.
- Tap or click on Fastvpns from the list of active subscriptions.
- Review the current plan name, next billing date and amount.
- Select "Cancel subscription."
- You may see a retention screen offering discounts; you can dismiss this and proceed to cancel.
- Confirm the cancellation by following the on-screen prompts.
- Google will confirm the cancellation is effective and your subscription will end on the next billing date.
- Capture a screenshot showing the subscription status as "Canceled" and save the confirmation email from Google.
- Google sends email confirmation within 24 hours.
Pricing and current plans in singapore
Understanding your current plan, billing amount and renewal date helps you calculate which refund window applies and what charges you can dispute. Below are the pricing tiers available in Singapore as of early 2026.
| Plan name |
Monthly cost (SGD) |
Billing cycle |
Cancellation deadline |
| Unlimited Data Monthly |
S$9.98 |
Monthly auto-renewal |
Before next billing date |
| Unlimited Data Yearly |
S$69.98 |
Annual auto-renewal |
Before annual renewal date |
| Promotional bundle (if available) |
Varies |
Promotional term |
Check order confirmation email |
Check your account dashboard or most recent billing email to confirm your exact plan and next renewal date. If you purchased through a third-party platform or during a promotional offer, your rate may differ from the table above. Yafee advises verifying this information before submitting any cancellation request so you understand exactly what charges you will avoid.
Refunds and what you can recover
Your eligibility for a refund depends on when you cancel relative to your purchase date and how much of the service you have already used.
Fourteen-day cooling-off window
If you cancel Fastvpns within fourteen days of your initial purchase and have not used the service substantially, you have a statutory right to a full refund under the CPFTA. To claim this, submit a written cancellation request (email is acceptable) to Fastvpns support stating your intention to use the fourteen-day cooling-off right. Include your account email, subscription start date and reason for cancellation. The company must process your refund within fourteen days of receiving your cancellation notice.
Refund after the fourteen-day window
Once you pass the fourteen-day period, Fastvpns is not legally required to offer a refund if the service has been fully performed. However, if you cancel mid-cycle-for example, on day 20 of a 30-day monthly plan-you may request a pro-rata refund for unused days. This is discretionary and depends on Fastvpns' refund policy, but Yafee encourages you to request it; many companies will honor partial refunds to maintain customer goodwill.
Disputes and chargeback procedures
If Fastvpns refuses to refund you and you have grounds under the CPFTA (such as a breach of auto-renewal consent requirements), contact your bank or credit card issuer and request a chargeback or reversal. Provide the bank with evidence of your cancellation request, screenshots of your account settings, and any communication with Fastvpns support. Your bank will investigate and may reverse the charge within 90 days if evidence supports your claim.
What happens after you cancel
Cancellation does not mean immediate loss of access; your subscription remains active until the end of your current billing cycle. After that date, the VPN connection will cease.
Account access and data deletion
After cancellation, your Fastvpns account remains in a disabled state for a retention period (typically 30 to 90 days). During this time, the company may attempt to tempt you back with discounted offers. If you want to permanently delete your account and all associated personal data, send a separate written request to Fastvpns support citing the Privacy Act and your right to erasure under data protection principles. Keep a copy of this request as proof. Yafee recommends submitting deletion requests via registered email or customer support chat so you have timestamped evidence.
VPN service continuity and final access date
Your VPN remains functional through the end of your paid billing period. On your next renewal date, if you cancelled auto-renewal successfully, the service will simply stop without any additional charge. Do not assume the VPN has shut down until you test your connection and confirm it no longer functions. If you are charged after your intended cancellation date, immediately document the charge and escalate to CASE or your bank.
Common mistakes to avoid when canceling
Many consumers encounter difficulties because they confuse disabling auto-renewal with full account deletion or they fail to retain cancellation proof. Staying aware of these pitfalls protects you from unwanted re-billing.
Confusing auto-renewal disable with account cancellation
Simply turning off auto-renewal does not delete your account or purge your payment method from Fastvpns' systems. If you re-enable the subscription later, the service may reinstall auto-renewal automatically. If you want complete closure, explicitly request account deletion via support; do not assume toggling auto-renewal handles it.
Failing to document your cancellation request
Screenshots, confirmation emails and chat transcripts are your only proof if the company claims it never received your cancellation. Without this evidence, you cannot dispute an unexpected charge or escalate to CASE. Before closing the cancellation screen, always capture proof showing the date, time and confirmation message.
Canceling on the wrong platform
If you subscribed via Apple App Store, canceling on the Fastvpns website will not work; your subscription remains active and will auto-renew through Apple. Verify which platform you used (check your payment method on past invoices or statements) and cancel on that platform only. Yafee advises checking all three possible platforms (website, Apple, Google Play) if you are unsure which one holds your active subscription.
Missing the auto-renewal date
If you cancel after your next auto-renewal has already been charged, you enter a new billing cycle and must wait until the next cycle begins before cancellation takes effect. To avoid this, cancel well before your renewal date (ideally 3-5 days prior) so the cancellation processes before the charge posts. Check your confirmation email for your exact next billing date and plan backwards from there.
Pricing comparison and cancellation timeline
This table summarizes key cancellation deadlines and potential refund outcomes based on your cancellation timing and platform.
| Cancellation timing |
Refund eligibility |
Action required |
| Within 14 days of purchase |
Full refund (statutory cooling-off) |
Email cancellation request to support; include receipt |
| 15-30 days after purchase |
Pro-rata refund (discretionary) |
Request pro-rata refund via email; state unused portion |
| After 30 days or into new cycle |
No refund (service fully performed) |
Cancel to prevent next auto-renewal charge |
| 1-5 days before auto-renewal |
None for current cycle |
Cancel immediately to stop next charge |
| After auto-renewal charge posts |
Chargeback via bank if justified |
Contact bank; provide cancellation proof to dispute |
Your step-by-step cancellation checklist
Use this checklist to confirm you have completed every necessary step before considering your cancellation final.
- Verify your subscription platform: website, Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
- Check your most recent receipt or invoice to confirm which platform hosts your active subscription.
- Log in to your account and navigate to subscription settings on the correct platform.
- Reset your password if needed; allow 5 minutes for email delivery.
- Locate your active subscription and select "Cancel" or disable "Auto-renew."
- Confirm the action on screen.
- Capture a screenshot of the cancellation confirmation showing date and time.
- Save this screenshot to cloud storage or email it to yourself as backup.
- Wait 24 hours and check your email for a cancellation confirmation from Fastvpns or the platform (Apple/Google).
- Check spam and promotions folders if the main inbox does not show the email.
- Reply to the confirmation email with a request for written acknowledgment that your subscription will not renew.
- This creates a paper trail for CASE or your bank if disputes arise.
- Check your account 48 hours later to confirm the subscription status shows as "Canceled" or "Expires on [date]."
- If the status remains "Active," contact support immediately to escalate the cancellation.
- Monitor your bank statement or payment method for the next 30 days to ensure no additional charges post after cancellation.
- If an unexpected charge appears, immediately initiate a chargeback with your bank and provide all cancellation evidence.
- If you want permanent account deletion, send a separate written request to support referencing data protection rights.
- Retain a copy of this request and any deletion confirmation for your records.
Escalation and dispute resolution
If Fastvpns ignores your cancellation request or refuses to process a refund, escalate through formal channels rather than accepting the outcome passively.
Contacting Fastvpns support
Send a formal written cancellation request by email to Fastvpns' support address (typically [email protected] or found on their website's contact page). Include your account email, subscription start and current end dates, and a clear statement: "I request cancellation of my subscription effective immediately and in accordance with the Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act. Please provide written confirmation of this cancellation within 48 hours." Retain a copy of this email and note the sending time and date.
Filing a complaint with CASE
If Fastvpns does not respond within 5 business days or refuses to cancel, file a formal complaint with the Consumer Association of Singapore (CASE). Visit case.org.sg and submit a complaint detailing: your account details, the cancellation date you requested, all correspondence with Fastvpns, and the outcome you seek (cancellation, refund or both). CASE will contact Fastvpns and attempt mediation. If mediation fails, CASE can recommend the small claims tribunal, where you can pursue the dispute in court at no cost up to SGD 5,000.
Chargeback through your bank
Contact your bank's dispute resolution team and request a chargeback for unauthorized charges or charges made without proper consent. Provide your bank with: the original charges, your cancellation request evidence (email or screenshot), and any responses from Fastvpns refusing to honor the cancellation. Your bank will open a dispute investigation and has 90 days to decide whether to reverse the charge. Yafee advises initiating a chargeback within 60 days of the disputed charge for the strongest position.
Final guidance and next steps
Canceling Fastvpns requires deliberate action on your part, but the process is straightforward once you know which platform hosts your subscription. Document every step, retain all communications, and escalate immediately if the company fails to honor your request. Your rights under Singapore's Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act are clear: you can cancel within fourteen days for a full refund, you can cancel auto-renewal at any time, and you can recover costs if the company breaches these rights.
Yafee has helped thousands of consumers cancel unwanted subscriptions and recover refunds by following this exact methodology. Whether you are canceling Fastvpns because you found a faster VPN, encountered billing problems, or simply changed your mind, you now have the legal framework and practical steps to act with confidence. Start by identifying your subscription platform today, then complete your cancellation within the next 24 hours to avoid unexpected charges. If you encounter resistance, escalate to CASE without hesitation; your consumer protection rights are enforceable and non-negotiable.