Service de résiliation N°1 en New Zealand
Madame, Monsieur,
Je vous notifie par la présente ma décision de mettre fin au contrat relatif au service Sky Sport Now.
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 Sky Sport Now: Step-by-Step Guide
What is Sky Sport Now
Sky Sport Now is a sports streaming service operated by Sky that offers live channels and on-demand sport content, including rugby, cricket, football, motorsport and other major competitions. The service is sold as short-term passes and longer-term subscriptions that provide access to multiple Sky Sport and ESPN channels and selected pay-per-view events.
Sky Sport Now's published pass types include day, monthly and annual passes; the provider also offers a bundle combining Sky Sport Now and a mainstream entertainment streaming plan. These product distinctions affect billing cadence, automatic renewal and refund rules described in the service terms.
Subscription plans and indicative AUD pricing
The vendor lists prices in New Zealand dollars. For an Australia reader the following AUD conversions are provided as approximate values to aid comparison. Conversions use recent market rates and are approximate only.
| Pass type | Listed price (NZD) | Approximate price (A$) | Auto-renew |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day pass | $29.99 NZD | Approx A$25.86 | No |
| Month pass | $54.99 NZD | Approx A$47.42 | Yes |
| Annual pass | $549.99 NZD | Approx A$474.34 | Yes |
| Bundle pass (Sky Sport Now + Neon) | $64.99 NZD | Approx A$56.02 | Yes |
These AUD conversions are illustrative and labelled “Approx” because Sky Sport Now publishes NZD pricing; actual charges may vary with the card issuer's exchange rate, fees and the precise time of conversion. Recent NZD-AUD mid-market rates were used for the approximation.
How cancellations and billing typically work for Sky Sport Now
Framework: Sky Sport Now treats month and annual passes as prepaid subscriptions that normally auto-renew at the end of each subscription period. Day/one-time passes are non-renewing. When a subscription is ended as permitted under the service terms, the entitlement to view content normally continues until the paid period expires.
Notice periods and renewal: the provider may apply changes to pricing with advance notice; price increases generally take effect at the next billing date or renewal. If the account is active at renewal, the updated charge will normally be taken using the existing payment method on file. Recent communications relating to a March 2025 price increase reference this process.
Proration and upgrades: the operator's published policy notes that upgrading from a monthly to an annual pass may lead to a pro-rata adjustment because the service is prepaid. Conversely, cancelling during a prepaid period does not generally entitle a subscriber to a pro-rata refund for unused days under the provider's standard terms.
Refunds and exceptions: the terms explicitly state the service does not generally provide refunds for prepaid month or annual passes and that refunds are available only in limited circumstances such as where the provider cancels the subscription earlier than the paid period, in which case a pro-rata refund may be offered. These contractual clauses are binding subject to applicable consumer law.
Customer experience with cancelling Sky Sport Now
What users report
Users on public forums commonly report issues that influence their cancellation decisions: app instability, reduced replay windows, dissatisfaction with value after price rises, and frustrations with unexpected renewal charges. Some users express that the service degraded after product updates and that this prompted cancellations. Representative user language includes short, candid comments such as "app is garbage" and reports of buffering and app crashes while streaming.
Recurring issues and practical takeaways
Recurring themes from feedback include: (1) timing of price increases relative to perceived service quality, (2) confusion about what prepaid and auto-renewing passes entitle the subscriber to, and (3) friction when seeking refunds for changes to advertised features. Forum posts show that protracted app quality problems often precede refund/termination complaints.
Practical takeaway: retain clear records of the purchase date, renewal date and the advertised product features at the time of sale. Where a feature is materially changed by the provider, consumer remedies under domestic law may be available; preserving contemporaneous evidence strengthens any later claim.
Documentation checklist
- Purchase proof: transaction IDs, order confirmation or receipt showing the pass type and purchase date.
- Billing statements: bank or card statements for the relevant periods and any renewal charges.
- Terms at purchase: a copy or screenshot of the offer page or terms that were visible when you subscribed.
- Service evidence: screenshots or logs showing outages, quality problems or feature changes linked to your complaint.
- Correspondence log: dates and brief notes of any written contacts or support reference numbers you received (do not include private contact details here).
Legal and regulatory considerations relevant to Sky Sport Now
Contractual position: the service terms constitute the contractual framework governing cancellation, renewals and refunds. Those terms may limit refunds for prepaid periods but cannot oust statutory consumer guarantees. If the service fails to deliver the paid benefit, a contractual remedy or statutory remedy may be available.
Consumer law implications: under Australian consumer law, businesses cannot contract out of consumer guarantees or mislead consumers about their rights; conduct that obscures renewal terms or misrepresents the service could attract enforcement action. Price increases and automatic renewals are lawful when clearly disclosed, but inadequate disclosure or misleading cancellation processes have been the subject of regulatory scrutiny.
Disputes, chargebacks and escalation
If a charge appears after you have ended your subscription or you believe a refund is owed under the law, there are generally three parallel routes: dispute the payment with your payment provider, pursue the provider's internal dispute resolution and, if unresolved, lodge a complaint with the relevant consumer regulator. Each route has procedural requirements and time limits.
Be aware: chargeback or bank dispute processes are managed by financial institutions and may require the documentation listed above. Successful chargebacks often hinge on proving the subscription was terminated before the disputed renewal date or that the provider failed to provide the contracted service. Keep records of dates and evidence of the service shortfall.
Tables: pass feature comparison
| Feature | Day pass | Month pass | Annual pass |
|---|---|---|---|
| Access period | One day | One month | One year |
| Auto renew | No | Yes | Yes |
| Refund for unused period | Varies - generally no | Generally no | Generally no |
| Typical use case | Single event / short visit | Seasonal viewing | Year-round sports access |
Address
- Address: 10 Panorama Rd, Auckland 1060, New Zealand
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What to do after cancelling Sky Sport Now
Monitor your payment instruments for at least one full billing cycle after cancellation to verify no further renewals or surprise charges occur. Retain the documentation checklist items and reconcile them against bank statements. If you observe an unexpected charge, initiate a formal dispute with your payment provider and follow the provider's procedural requirements for chargebacks.
If the provider refuses a refund that you consider owed under consumer law, consider lodging a complaint with the applicable regulator and keep an auditable record of all steps taken. Where evidence supports a claim of misleading conduct or an unfair renewal process, regulatory authorities may provide remedies including orders for redress.
Finally, if you purchased via a third party or an app store, expect that billing and dispute handling may be governed by that third party's terms; preserve records accordingly and check those third-party terms when preparing any dispute or regulatory complaint.