Service de résiliation N°1 en United Kingdom
Madame, Monsieur,
Je vous notifie par la présente ma décision de mettre fin au contrat relatif au service Metamask.
Cette notification constitue une volonté ferme, claire et non équivoque de résilier le contrat, à effet à la première échéance possible ou conformément au délai contractuel applicable.
Je vous prie de prendre toute mesure utile pour :
– cesser toute facturation à compter de la date effective de résiliation ;
– me confirmer par écrit la bonne prise en compte de la présente demande ;
– et, le cas échéant, me transmettre le décompte final ou la confirmation de solde.
La présente résiliation vous est adressée par e-courrier certifié. L’envoi, l’horodatage et l’intégrité du contenu sont établis, ce qui en fait un écrit probant répondant aux exigences de la preuve électronique. Vous disposez donc de tous les éléments nécessaires pour procéder au traitement régulier de cette résiliation, conformément aux principes applicables en matière de notification écrite et de liberté contractuelle.
Conformément aux règles relatives à la protection des données personnelles, je vous demande également :
– de supprimer l’ensemble de mes données non nécessaires à vos obligations légales ou comptables ;
– de clôturer tout espace personnel associé ;
– et de me confirmer l’effacement effectif des données selon les droits applicables en matière de protection de la vie privée.
Je conserve une copie intégrale de cette notification ainsi que la preuve d’envoi.
How to Cancel Metamask: Complete Guide
What is Metamask
MetaMask is a non-custodial crypto wallet and web3 gateway that lets users hold keys, send and receive tokens, interact with decentralized applications and use additional services such as a crypto card and institutional APIs. The core wallet is widely used as a browser extension and mobile app and integrates network fees, on-chain transactions and provider services into a single user flow.
MetaMask has expanded beyond a simple wallet into a set of paid and free offerings: a consumer-facing card with a premium Metal tier, developer and API services for institutions, and partner services that carry distinct billing rules. For pricing and plan structure, MetaMask publishes product pages and developer documentation that show a mix of free tiers and paid subscriptions for Card, institutional APIs and node/SDK services.
Customer experiences with cancellation
What users report
Users discussing cancellations fall into two clusters: transaction-level problems (pending blockchain transactions that users try to cancel) and subscription/billing questions related to paid MetaMask services such as the Card and institutional plans. Forum threads and the MetaMask community board frequently show reports of stuck pending transactions and mixed experiences with the wallet UI when attempting to speed up or cancel them.
On the subscription side, posts and help articles indicate that the Metal Card is an annual plan that renews automatically and that institutional or API tiers bill monthly or by quota. Complaints commonly mention auto-renewals, unclear proration, and confusion about where refunds may or may not apply.
Recurring issues and practical takeaways
Two recurring themes are predictable from a financial perspective: first, immutable on-chain operations cause finality risk for transactions; second, recurring billing friction usually stems from unclear renewal terms or third-party payment tokens. Users often report that cancel attempts for pending transactions are successful only sometimes, and that subscription refunds tend to follow the merchant terms and payment method rules.
Practical takeaway: treat transaction cancellation and subscription cancellation as separate financial processes with different evidence sets and timelines. Keep transaction hashes for on-chain disputes and billing receipts for subscription disputes.
How cancellations typically work for Metamask subscriptions
MetaMask product lines show different billing mechanics: the MetaMask Card offers a Virtual tier and a Metal annual tier that renews automatically; institutional APIs have monthly invoicing or tiered credits. The Card Metal price is published as $199 (source currency on the product page), which converts to approximately A$298.30 (approx) using mid-market exchange rates at the time of reference. Expectations about renewal and proration are set in the product terms.
Infura/MetaMask developer services use tiered credit models (free, developer, team) and describe quota-based billing rather than flat monthly consumer subscriptions. Institutional API offerings list a base add-on cost for certain API services (example: a stated base tier at $99 which is approximately A$148.35 (approx) when converted). These items are billed on different cycles and have separate refund rules.
From a consumer-rights perspective tied to the product: cooling-off or withdrawal rights depend on the purchase channel, the product type and statutory guarantees. MetaMask’s public terms acknowledge that statutory consumer guarantees that cannot be excluded remain available to local consumers, and billing outcomes may therefore be influenced by those rights where applicable. Keep any notice deadlines and renewal dates in mind.
Can i cancel metamask transaction
Short answer: yes, sometimes - but success is conditional and carries cost risk. Pending blockchain transactions are not the same as subscription charges. A pending transaction may be cancelled or replaced before it confirms; once a transaction is confirmed on-chain it is final and cannot be reversed. MetaMask documents two principal approaches to attempt cancellation: using wallet features that resubmit a replacement transaction, or sending a replacement transaction that uses the same nonce with a higher fee to outbid the original. Neither approach guarantees success and both may increase gas costs.
Considering that miners/validators accept the first valid transaction by nonce, a replacement can block the original if it reaches the network first. From a financial perspective, weigh the cost of higher fees against the value of the transaction being cancelled. If the pending transaction is low-value relative to the incremental gas cost, the economically rational option may be to let it fail or to accept the loss of the original fee.
Financial considerations before you attempt cancellation
- Fee vs benefit: Compare the incremental gas cost required to replace/cancel against the value at risk.
- Finality risk: Once confirmed, transactions are irreversible; refunds rely on counterparty goodwill or token transfers, not on chain-level reversal.
- Timing: Network congestion and mempool propagation affect success probability; urgent replacement often needs significantly higher fees.
- Evidence: Preserve transaction hashes, timestamps and screenshots to support any later disputes related to charges or unintended transfers.
Documentation checklist
- Proof of purchase: receipts, plan name, and transaction reference for subscription charges.
- Billing history: bank or card statements showing debits and dates.
- Transaction evidence: transaction hash, network timestamp and block explorer snapshot for any on-chain activity.
- Terms snapshot: a copy or screenshot of the product terms that were in effect at purchase or renewal.
- Correspondence record: dates, short notes of conversations and any ticket or case ID you were given.
- Refund notices: any merchant acknowledgements or processor responses about reversals or disputes.
Common pitfalls and mistakes to avoid
- Assuming reversibility: treating on-chain confirmations like bank card charge reversals is a mistake; chain finality is immediate once mined.
- Ignoring renewal timing: failing to note renewal dates often results in avoidable automatic charges.
- Underestimating replacement cost: cancel attempts that significantly raise gas fees can exceed the value of the original transaction.
- Missing evidence: deleting transaction history or failing to capture screenshots reduces leverage when disputing charges with a payment provider.
| MetaMask product | Typical pricing model | AU price (displayed or approx) |
|---|---|---|
| MetaMask Card - Virtual | Free consumer tier | Free |
| MetaMask Card - Metal | Annual premium membership | A$298.30 (approx) - converted from published US$199. Source shows $199; conversion is approximate. |
| MetaMask institutional APIs (MMI) | Base add-on and monthly invoicing | A$148.35 (approx) - converted from published US$99 for a base API add-on. Pricing may vary. |
| Infura / developer credits | Tiered quota model: free, developer, team, custom | Varies by plan - see developer documentation for quotas. |
Sources: MetaMask product pages and developer docs for plan descriptions; exchange rate used for conversion is mid-market from currency services. These figures are illustrative and should be checked against your invoice at the time you act.
| Feature | MetaMask | Typical alternative wallets |
|---|---|---|
| Custody | Non-custodial (user holds keys) | Non-custodial or custodial depending on provider |
| Recurring paid services | Card membership, institutional APIs, developer quotas | Some wallets offer card or subscription services; details vary |
| Cancellation friction | Transaction finality + separate merchant billing rules | Often similar; merchant and payment processor policies dominate |
Disputes, chargebacks and regulatory options
From a financial optimisation viewpoint, the most effective dispute tools are those tied to the payment instrument. If a subscription charge is in dispute, a card issuer or payment processor can investigate and potentially reverse a merchant charge under their rules. Keep in mind that reversals are governed by the card scheme and timing windows. Use your documentation checklist to support any claim.
If you believe a merchant has breached consumer guarantees, regulators and consumer protection agencies can accept complaints and may influence outcomes for systemic issues. MetaMask’s public terms note that statutory consumer rights that cannot be excluded remain available to local consumers. Tie any regulatory complaint to the product terms and the exact dates and amounts.
Tax and accounting implications
From an adviser perspective, any refunds, chargebacks or on-chain recoveries have tax implications. Keep a clean record of original transactions, refunds and gas costs. For bookkeeping, treat blockchain fees as transaction costs and record refunds separately. Consult a tax professional for how refunds affect capital gains and expense treatment.
Address
- Address: 8-10 Basing St, London W11 1ET, United Kingdom
Note: this is a registered company address for a MetaMask entity listed in public company records; it is provided here for reference only.
What to do after cancelling Metamask
Immediately after any cancellation or attempted cancellation, reconcile your statements and confirm whether further charges occur during the next billing cycle. Monitor card and bank statements for at least two cycles. Preserve all evidence in a single folder for rapid access if a dispute proceeds to your payment provider or a regulator.
Next, update your budget projection to reflect the removed recurring expense and consider lower-cost alternatives or adjusted usage to avoid similar charges. If a pending on-chain transaction was replaced, record the actual gas spent and update cost-per-transaction calculations for future decisions. From a value perspective, re-evaluate whether paid features deliver sufficient benefit versus the ongoing cost.
Finally, if charges continue after your cancellation attempt, escalate through your payment provider’s dispute process using the documentation checklist. If the amounts are material, treat the issue as a financial control breach and adjust autorenewal monitoring to catch similar occurrences sooner.