Oppsigelsestjeneste Nr. 1 i United States
Madame, Monsieur,
Jeg varsler deg herved om min beslutning om å avslutte kontrakten relatert til tjenesten Sniffies.
Denne varslingen utgjør en fast, klar og utvetydig vilje til å si opp kontrakten, med virkning ved første mulige forfallsdato eller i samsvar med gjeldende kontraktsfrist.
Vennligst ta alle nødvendige tiltak for å:
– stoppe all fakturering fra den faktiske oppsigelsesdatoen;
– bekrefte skriftlig korrekt mottak av denne forespørselen;
– og, om nødvendig, sende meg den endelige oppgjørelsen eller bekreftelsen på saldo.
Denne oppsigelsen sendes til deg via sertifisert e-post. Sending, tidsstempling og innholdets integritet er etablert, noe som gjør det til et bevisende dokument som oppfyller kravene til elektronisk bevis. Du har derfor alle nødvendige elementer for å behandle denne oppsigelsen regelmessig, i samsvar med gjeldende prinsipper for skriftlig varsling og kontraktsfrihet.
I samsvar med reglene om beskyttelse av personopplysninger ber jeg deg også om:
– å slette alle mine data som ikke er nødvendige for dine juridiske eller regnskapsmessige forpliktelser;
– å lukke alle tilknyttede personlige områder;
– og å bekrefte den faktiske slettingen av data i henhold til gjeldende rettigheter om beskyttelse av privatlivet.
Jeg beholder en fullstendig kopi av denne varslingen samt bevis for sending.
How to Cancel Sniffies: Step-by-Step Guide
What is Sniffies
Sniffies is a map-based social platform that shows nearby users and cruising hotspots in real time and offers both a free tier and a premium upgrade called Sniffies Plus. The service emphasises discretion, anonymous browsing modes and ad-free premium features such as advanced map filters, pinned chats and extra LivePlay video minutes. Sniffies operates primarily as a browser-first product and has had mobile app activity; its premium tier is commonly sold as short (weekly) trials, monthly, multi-month and longer prepaid options.
From a financial perspective, Sniffies positions Sniffies Plus as a value play for frequent users who want fewer ads and more control; occasional users often remain on the free tier to avoid recurring charges. Multiple independent write-ups list similar premium features and multiple subscription lengths, which matter for budgeting and cancellation timing.
Subscription plans and typical cost examples (converted to A$ approx)
Sources report a range of plan structures (weekly trial, monthly, 3-month, 6-month or annual). Below are representative plan prices shown in A$ using a mid-market conversion for the referenced USD figures; amounts are approximate and should be treated as illustrative for budgeting decisions. Conversion source: mid-market USD to AUD rate used for these conversions.
| Plan | Typical billed amount (source amounts) | Approx. A$ | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekly trial | US$9.99 - US$11.99 (reported) | A$15.00 approx | Short trial with higher per-week cost; billed as single short-term charge. |
| Monthly | US$15.99 - US$19.99 (reported) | A$24.00 - A$30.00 approx | Most common recurring cadence; convenience vs cost trade-off. |
| Three months | US$38.97 (US$12.99/mo example) | A$58.50 approx | Upfront payment often reduces A$/month. |
| Six months / semi-annual | US$59.94 (US$9.99/mo example) | A$90.00 approx | Lower effective monthly cost when prepaid. |
| Annual (examples vary) | Reported US$79.99 - US$99.99 (yearly examples) | A$120 - A$150 approx | Best per-month value if you commit to a year; prepaid exposure higher. |
How cancellations typically work for Sniffies subscriptions
From a financial perspective, cancellations interact with three things: billing cycle timing, the payment channel used for the purchase, and the product's stated refund policy. Sniffies Plus subscriptions are auto-renewing unless stopped before the renewal date, so timing a cancellation relative to the billing cycle determines whether you avoid the next charge.
Billing channels matter: purchases billed through third-party platforms (app stores or payment processors) are often administered by those platforms, which affects refund windows and the party that controls renewals. The web platform and app-store purchases may show different refund and dispute routes. This distinction is central when evaluating refund prospects and dispute strategy.
Proration and access: Sniffies typically grants access to the paid features for the period you paid for. If a partial-period refund policy exists it is usually stated in the service’s terms; many reviews and policy excerpts indicate the service treats most renewals as non-refundable after a short trial window. That means users should weigh the remaining prepaid time vs the likelihood of a refund when deciding whether to cancel close to renewal.
Cooling-off and consumer law: Australian consumer law provides limited cooling-off rights for digital content that is supplied immediately with consent. Cooling-off rights are not automatic for instantly delivered digital services; refunds are more likely when there is a service fault, billing error, or the provider’s terms allow a trial refund. If you rely on statutory protections, document when you subscribed and any functional issues you experienced.
Customer experience with cancellation
What users report
Public reviews and forums show recurring themes: users complain about difficulty getting responses from support when they experience problems, disappointed buyers who say they could not get refunds beyond trial periods, and some reports of unexpected auto-renewals. These reports come from review platforms and community threads where members discuss billing problems and support delays.
There are also positive notes: some users say premium features worked as expected and that account access remained active through paid periods. The mix of positive and negative experiences indicates variability in customer outcomes.
Recurring issues and practical takeaways
Recurring issues that affect the financial outcome include unclear refund rules, auto-renewal timing that surprises users, and slow or absent support replies. From a budgeting perspective, these increase the effective cost of a subscription because you may pay for unused periods if you cannot resolve a billing dispute.
- Tip 1. Track your renewal dates and prepaid periods so you can make a timely decision about continued value.
- Tip 2. Keep records of purchase receipts and any in-app or marketplace receipts; they are central to any refund or charge dispute.
- Tip 3. If the service was purchased through an app marketplace, note that refunds and disputes may be handled by that marketplace rather than the service directly.
Common pitfalls and mistakes to avoid
- 1. Assuming prepaid means refundable - many reviews show prepaid plans are not automatically refundable beyond trial windows.
- 2. Missing renewal dates - auto-renewal can result in unexpected charges if not tracked.
- 3. Not retaining receipts - lacking proof of purchase makes disputes harder to resolve.
- 4. Confusing purchase channels - whether the subscription came via browser purchase, Apple or Google marketplace changes who controls refunds.
Documentation checklist
- Receipt: Record the original purchase receipt showing date, amount and plan term.
- Payment record: Screenshot or statement entry showing the billed transaction and merchant label.
- Terms snapshot: Copy or screenshot of the service’s terms and refund policy as presented at time of purchase.
- Issue log: Short dated notes of any functional problems, outages or support correspondence you initiated.
- Renewal schedule: Note the renewal date and the amount due; keep it with receipts for disputes.
Refunds, disputes and chargebacks - financial options
From a financial-advisory standpoint, the typical hierarchy of options is: attempt a refund within any trial/refund window, use the payment channel’s dispute mechanism if the provider refuses a warranted refund, and finally escalate to your bank/card issuer if the charge is unauthorised or the merchant failed to deliver paid functionality. Public reviews indicate that many frustrated members used payment disputes when direct support was unresponsive.
Timing is important: banks and card issuers often have fixed time limits for chargeback disputes. Keep transaction timestamps and communication records to support your claim. If a refund is granted, expect the timing to vary depending on the payment processor.
Pricing and feature comparison with alternatives
Comparing cost and value helps decide whether to retain a subscription or switch. Sniffies competes with established social/cruising apps where monthly premiums often sit in a similar A$20 - A$35 range, while multi-month prepaid options reduce per-month cost. The table below summarises common features and typical price bands so you can compare value per dollar.
| Service | Core paid features | Typical A$ price band (approx) |
|---|---|---|
| Sniffies | Advanced map filters, ad-free, pinned chats, LivePlay minutes | A$24 - A$90 (monthly to 6 months approx) |
| Grindr (comparison) | Expanded search, no ads, profile boosts | A$25 - A$35 monthly approx |
| Scruff (comparison) | Profile boosts, advanced filters, events | A$20 - A$30 monthly approx |
Practical steps for minimising recurring cost and risk
In financial optimisation terms, treat a paid social subscription like any other recurring discretionary spend: calculate the effective A$/month you use it, set a short review window (for example 30 days) and compare that to alternative services or one-off spend on meet-ups. If you cannot tolerate uncertain refund outcomes, prefer shorter prepaid windows or avoid prepaying long terms.
If the service quality declines (spam, fake profiles, poor moderation as reported by many users), the cost per satisfactory hour rises quickly. Use the documentation checklist above to keep evidence supporting any dispute.
Address
- Address: PO Box 94621, Seattle, WA, 98124, United States
(Listed in the service privacy policy as a contact mailing address.)
What to do after cancelling Sniffies
After you stop future renewals or otherwise end your paid term, treat the next 30 - 90 days as a verification period: monitor your statements for any unexpected charges, preserve the documentation checklist items and watch for refunds or merchant responses. If an unauthorised or duplicate charge appears, initiate a formal dispute with your card issuer and supply the evidence collected.
From a budgeting perspective, reallocate the monthly equivalent to alternatives that create more measured value: occasional in-person events, premium features on other platforms with stronger consumer support, or a savings buffer for digital subscriptions. Track subscription ROI by dividing money spent by active use hours to quantify value.
Finally, treat any future subscription purchase as a financial decision: decide in advance the acceptable A$/month, choose the shortest trial or prepaid term that matches your usage tolerance, and retain proof of purchase to preserve dispute options. These practices reduce both surprise charges and wasted spend.