What is Azure DevOps
Overview
Azure DevOps is a cloud-based suite of development tools from Microsoft that supports planning, coding, testing, and delivery across the software lifecycle.
Core services
It includes Azure Boards, Repos, Pipelines, Test Plans, and Artifacts to help teams collaborate and automate CI/CD workflows.
How to cancel Azure DevOps
Cancel via Azure DevOps organization (recommended)
- Sign in as an organization owner to the Azure DevOps portal.
- Go to Organization settings > Overview or Billing and follow the Delete organization or disable billing steps.
- Confirm deletion; make sure to export repositories and artifacts before confirming.
Cancel through Azure subscription or support
- If billed through an Azure subscription, sign in to the Azure portal and cancel or close the subscription under Subscriptions.
- Alternatively, open a support request via the Azure Support portal or contact Microsoft support for account and billing assistance.
- For phone support use official Microsoft support channels for your region.
What happens when you cancel
Access and features
After cancellation, access to paid features is removed according to the billing cycle and service terms.
Free tiers or trial limits may remain available where applicable, but organization resources may be restricted.
Data retention and deletion
Data (code, work items, artifacts) may be retained for a period specified by Microsoft before permanent deletion.
Export or back up repositories, pipelines, and artifacts before cancelling to prevent data loss.
Will I get a refund?
General refund policy
Refunds depend on your billing arrangement, whether you are on a monthly plan, a paid subscription, or a reserved offer.
Microsoft’s standard policies typically do not guarantee refunds for partial service use, but exceptions can apply.
Exceptions and steps to request
- If you believe you qualify for a refund, open a billing support request via the Azure Support portal.
- Provide transaction details, subscription IDs, and reason for the refund request to speed review.
- Large contracts, enterprise agreements, or reseller arrangements may have different refund terms; consult your contract.
Azure DevOps plans and pricing
Pricing table
| Plan | Price (AED) | Period | Features |
| Basic (user license) | AED 22.02/user/month | Monthly | First 5 users free; additional users charged |
| Basic + Test Plans (user license) | AED 190.84/user/month | Monthly | Includes all Basic features plus Test Planning and Test Plans |
| Microsoft‑hosted parallel CI/CD job | AED 146.80/job/month | Monthly | Adds one parallel Microsoft-hosted CI/CD job |
| Self‑hosted parallel CI/CD job | AED 55.05/job/month | Monthly | Adds one parallel self-hosted CI/CD job |
| Artifacts storage (2 - 10 GB) | AED 7.34/GB/month | Monthly | Azure Artifacts storage pricing for 2 - 10 GB |
| Artifacts storage (10 - 100 GB) | AED 3.67/GB/month | Monthly | Azure Artifacts storage pricing for 10 - 100 GB |
| Artifacts storage (100 - 1,000 GB) | AED 1.84/GB/month | Monthly | Azure Artifacts storage pricing for 100 - 1,000 GB |
Pricing notes
Prices shown are converted from USD using an approximate rate (1 USD ≈ 3.67 AED) and are for guidance only.
Official billing in AED may vary due to exchange rates, taxes, or specific offers and contracts with Microsoft.
Your consumer rights in United Arab Emirates
Key UAE consumer protections
Consumers in the UAE have rights to transparent pricing, accurate product descriptions, and fair commercial practices under UAE consumer protection regulations.
Digital service purchases are subject to consumer protection rules where misleading practices or undisclosed fees may be contested.
How to escalate issues in the UAE
- If you cannot resolve a billing or service dispute with Microsoft, you can lodge a complaint with the UAE government consumer portal: u.ae.
- For emirate-level assistance, contact local consumer protection departments such as Dubai Economy or the relevant Department of Economy and Tourism.
Customer experiences
Common positive experiences
Many customers appreciate Azure DevOps for integration with the Azure ecosystem, robust CI/CD, and built-in collaboration tools.
Users often cite reliability and enterprise-grade features as strong points.
Common pain points
Customers sometimes report confusion over billing channels (direct Azure billing vs. Microsoft billing) and difficulty locating the correct cancellation path.
Support response times and refund outcomes can vary by account type and contract, so results are mixed.
Documentation checklist
Before you cancel
- Organization name and organization ID
- Subscription ID or billing account information
- List of repositories, pipelines, artifacts, and work items to export
- Contact details for organization owners and billing admins
Supporting documents for disputes
- Invoices and billing statements showing charges
- Support ticket numbers and correspondence with Microsoft
- Contract or enterprise agreement documents if applicable
Common mistakes
Not exporting data
Example: Deleting the organization without exporting repositories and artifacts often results in irreversible data loss.
Always back up Git repos, pipeline YAML, and artifacts before confirming deletion.
Cancelling the wrong account or service
Example: Confusing Azure subscription cancellation with deleting an Azure DevOps organization can leave billing active or resources intact.
Verify whether billing is via an Azure subscription, Microsoft Online Services, or a reseller before proceeding.
Comparative recap
Cancellation methods compared
| Method | Typical steps | Estimated time to complete | Refund likelihood |
| Azure DevOps organization delete (portal) | Sign in as owner → Organization settings → Delete organization → Confirm | Minutes to hours | Low to medium (depends on billing terms) |
| Azure subscription cancellation (Azure portal) | Sign in to Azure → Subscriptions → Cancel or Close subscription → Confirm | Minutes to hours | Medium (prorated refunds possible depending on plan) |
| Support request / billing ticket | Open support request → Provide billing details → Microsoft review | 1 - 7+ business days | Variable (case-by-case review) |
| Phone support / reseller | Contact Microsoft or reseller support line → Verify account → Request cancellation | Same day to several days | Variable (depends on contract/reseller terms) |
Key takeaway
Choose the method that matches how you are billed and prepare documentation and backups to reduce disputes and data loss risk.
After cancelling
Immediate next steps
- Export any remaining data you need (repos, work items, artifacts).
- Remove service integrations, revoke access tokens, and update project documentation.
Helpful official links
Address
Local address
Dubai Internet City Building No 8, Sheikh Zayed Road, P O Box 52244, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Contact channels
Use the official Azure support channels listed above for billing or cancellation assistance. For UAE consumer guidance, visit the government portal at u.ae.