Cancellation service N°1 in United States
Contract number:
To the attention of:
Cancellation Department – Consumer Reports
P.O. Box 5066
50950-1006 Boone
Subject: Contract Cancellation – Certified Email Notification
Dear Sir or Madam,
I hereby notify you of my decision to terminate contract number relating to the Consumer Reports service. This notification constitutes a firm, clear and unequivocal intention to cancel the contract, effective at the earliest possible date or in accordance with the applicable contractual notice period.
I kindly request that you take all necessary measures to:
– cease all billing from the effective date of cancellation;
– confirm in writing the proper receipt of this request;
– and, where applicable, send me the final statement or balance confirmation.
This cancellation is sent to you by certified email. The sending, timestamping and integrity of the content are established, making it equivalent proof meeting the requirements of electronic evidence. You therefore have all the necessary elements to process this cancellation properly, in accordance with the applicable principles regarding written notification and contractual freedom.
In accordance with the Consumer Rights Act 2015 and data protection regulations, I also request that you:
– delete all my personal data not necessary for your legal or accounting obligations;
– close any associated personal account;
– and confirm to me the effective deletion of data in accordance with applicable rights regarding privacy protection.
I retain a complete copy of this notification as well as proof of sending.
Yours sincerely,
13/01/2026
Cancellation Consumer Reports: Easy Method
What is Consumer Reports
Consumer Reports is a U.S.-based nonprofit organization that provides independent product testing, ratings, reviews and consumer advocacy. Canadian readers typically access its content through paid digital subscriptions, app-store subscriptions, or print magazine memberships, and membership terms (renewal, refunds, cancellations) are governed by Consumer Reports’ published policies and any third-party platform terms that apply.
How to cancel Consumer Reports
- Web (direct via ConsumerReports.org): Sign in, go to Account Settings (or Membership > Manage Account) and select Cancel membership. For annual Digital or All Access plans purchased directly, cancel within the first 30 days to request a refund (refunds are minus a $10 digital-access fee); cancelling after 30 days stops future renewals but does not generate a refund and access typically remains until the end of the paid year. For monthly plans purchased directly, cancel at any time; access continues until the next monthly renewal date with no partial-month refund.
- Apple App Store / Google Play: Open your device’s subscription management (App Store subscriptions on iOS, Google Play subscriptions on Android) and cancel there; refunds and adjustments are subject to the app store’s policies.
- Print membership: Cancel via Account Settings on the website or contact Member Services; refunds are generally prorated based on unmailed issues. If you prefer postal cancellation or need proof, send written cancellation to the Member Services P.O. Box (see Address section) and consider registered mail.
What happens when you cancel
When you cancel, Consumer Reports will stop future automatic renewals for that membership. For annual memberships purchased directly, access usually remains until the paid year ends even if you cancel mid‑term; for monthly plans purchased directly, access continues until the next monthly billing date. If your subscription was purchased through the Apple App Store or Google Play, cancelling through those platforms is required to stop renewals. Consumer Reports will retain account records and purchase history per its privacy and retention policies; cancelling a membership does not automatically delete your account unless you request account removal through their support channels.
Will I get a refund?
Refund eligibility depends on how and when you purchased the membership. For annual Digital or All Access plans bought directly on ConsumerReports.org, you may request a refund if you cancel within the first 30 days; Consumer Reports’ policy applies a $10 deduction for a month of digital access and refunds the remainder. If you cancel an annual direct purchase after 30 days, no refund is typically provided and access continues until the paid period ends. Monthly direct subscriptions do not receive pro‑rata refunds; access continues until the next renewal date. Print memberships are eligible for prorated refunds based on remaining unmailed issues. Subscriptions purchased through Apple or Google are subject to Apple/Google refund policies and must be handled through those platforms.
Consumer Reports plans and pricing
| Plan | Price | Period | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| CR Monthly Subscription (App Store Canada) | C$12.00 | Monthly | Full digital access via app (ratings, comparisons, AskCR, etc.) |
| CR Yearly Subscription (App Store Canada) | C$49.00 | Annual | Full digital access via app (ratings, comparisons, AskCR, etc.) |
| Digital Annual (web, USD billing converted) | Approximately C$58.22 (includes taxes) | Annual | Unlimited digital access to ratings & reviews via website (priced in USD on the site) |
Your consumer rights in Canada
Under Canadian consumer law, businesses are not universally required to accept returns or offer refunds for services unless stated in their terms, promised at the point of sale, or unless the service is defective. Consumer Reports’ published cancellation and refund policy forms the contract of sale; if the policy is clear and the consumer agreed to it at purchase, the company is generally permitted to apply the policy. For disputes or unclear situations, you can consult federal and provincial consumer protection resources; options include filing a complaint with federal or provincial consumer protection agencies or seeking informal dispute resolution.
Customer experiences
Public reviews (for example on Trustpilot) show a mix of comments but recent sentiment for Consumer Reports Canada leans negative in many entries. Common negative themes include unexpected auto‑renewals after attempts to cancel, difficulty locating or completing the cancellation process, delays or denials when requesting refunds, and unsatisfactory customer service responses. Positive feedback is less common in those reviews but some users report straightforward cancellations and timely resolutions when working directly through the website or app‑store channels. These reports suggest variability in both process ease and outcomes, depending on purchase channel and specific circumstances.
Documentation checklist
- Account email and username used for Consumer Reports
- Order number or subscription reference (from purchase confirmation or receipt)
- Membership type (Monthly, Annual Digital, All Access, Print) and purchase date
- Screenshots or PDFs of purchase confirmation, billing statements, and any cancellation confirmations
- Records of correspondence with Member Support (emails, chat transcripts) and dates of contact
- If mailed, proof of postage and tracking/registered delivery receipt
Common mistakes
Many problems arise from mismatching the purchase channel and cancellation method. For example, cancelling on ConsumerReports.org when the subscription was billed through the Apple App Store or Google Play will not stop app‑store renewals. Missing the 30‑day refund window for annual direct purchases is another frequent issue: customers expecting a pro‑rata refund after that window are often surprised to learn refunds are not available. Not keeping a cancellation confirmation or failing to monitor bank or credit card statements after cancelling can make disputes harder to resolve. Finally, contacting the wrong support channel (website support vs. app‑store support) or assuming an immediate refund without checking policy are common pitfalls.
Comparative recap
| Method | Refund | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| Web (Direct via ConsumerReports.org) | Annual: Refund if cancelled within 30 days minus $10; after 30 days, no refund. Monthly: no pro‑rata refund. | Moderate - straightforward in Account Settings but some users report navigation or processing issues. |
| Apple App Store / Google Play | Refunds handled by the platform and subject to its policy (varies). | Low to Moderate - cancellation is via device settings; refund outcomes can vary and may require contacting the platform. |
| Print membership | Prorated refund based on unmailed issues. | Low to Moderate - usually handled by Member Services; mailing cancellations may add time. |
After cancelling
Keep the cancellation confirmation and any case or reference numbers. Monitor your bank or card statements for at least one billing cycle to confirm charges stopped. If charges continue after cancellation, first confirm which platform was used to purchase (Consumer Reports site vs. App Store/Google Play) and contact that support channel. For direct web purchases, use Consumer Reports’ Member Support or membership Account Settings; for app purchases, use Apple or Google Play account support. Helpful links: Consumer Reports main site consumerreports.org, Apple subscriptions support Apple subscription management, Google Play subscriptions support Google Play subscription management, and the federal consumer information page Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada.
Address
Consumer Reports, Member Services, P.O. Box 5066, Boone, IA 50950‑1006. If you send written cancellation by post, consider registered mail (raccomandata A/R) or another tracked service and retain the receipt as proof of delivery.