Cancellation service N°1 in Italy
Contract number:
To the attention of:
Cancellation Department – Matlab
Largo Maurizio Vitale n. 1
10152 Torino
Subject: Contract Cancellation – Certified Email Notification
Dear Sir or Madam,
I hereby notify you of my decision to terminate contract number relating to the Matlab 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,
15/01/2026
Cancellation Matlab: Easy Method
What is Matlab
MATLAB is a high-level programming environment and numeric computing platform used for data analysis, algorithm development, visualization and engineering simulations. It includes the core MATLAB language plus optional toolboxes that add specialized functions for domains such as signal processing, control systems, machine learning and simulation.
Individuals and organizations use MATLAB for research, teaching and product development because of its built‑in math functions, visualization capabilities and integrations with other tools.
How to cancel Matlab
- Identify the product and account used for the purchase (MathWorks account email, order number or license number).
- If you purchased a Student or Home Use License and want a refund, contact MathWorks Customer Support and request the return within 30 days of the original purchase: MathWorks return instructions (Student/Home).
- To close your MathWorks account, sign into your MathWorks Account, open the profile dropdown, select “Close Account” and submit the form: Close account instructions.
- If you purchased through a reseller or institutional agreement, contact the seller or your campus licensing office and MathWorks Support for next steps and any applicable refund or transfer procedures.
What happens when you cancel
When you cancel a subscription or close an account, your access to MATLAB software, downloads and license management can end immediately or at the end of the current license term depending on the product and how the cancellation is processed. For time‑limited subscriptions, cancellation typically prevents future renewals but may not shorten the current paid period unless a refund is approved.
Account closure removes your profile and associated online services; it does not automatically issue refunds. MathWorks may retain data necessary to process refunds, verify purchases or comply with legal obligations. Back up any personal files, custom code or project data before closing an account.
Will I get a refund?
Refunds for MATLAB purchases are governed by MathWorks’ policies and the terms of your purchase. For Student and Home Use Licenses, refunds require contacting MathWorks Customer Support and must be requested within 30 days of the original purchase: Student/Home refund policy. General product return guidance also indicates a 30‑day window for refunds in many cases: General refund information.
Exceptions exist (for example, purchases through resellers, institutional or volume licensing, or products marked non‑refundable). If you are outside the stated refund window, refunds are less likely but you should still contact MathWorks Support to explain your situation; outcomes are determined case by case.
Matlab plans and pricing
| Plan | Price (approx C$) | Period | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Individual - Annual (Commercial) | approx. C$1,260/year | Annual | Base MATLAB, named user, includes Software Maintenance Service |
| Standard Individual - Perpetual (Commercial) | approx. C$2,880 | Perpetual | Base MATLAB, includes first year of maintenance |
| Academic Individual - Annual | approx. C$335/year | Annual | For individual academic users at degree‑granting institutions |
| Academic Individual - Perpetual | approx. C$670 | Perpetual | For individual academic users at degree‑granting institutions |
| Student - Base (Perpetual) | approx. C$66 | Perpetual | Base MATLAB for eligible students (personal academic use) |
| Student Suite (Perpetual) | approx. C$133 | Perpetual | MATLAB, Simulink, and included add‑ons for students |
| Home (Perpetual) | approx. C$200 | Perpetual | Personal, non‑commercial use only |
Notes: Prices above are approximate conversions to CAD and are provided for reference. MathWorks does not publish exact Canadian retail prices for all plans; contact MathWorks Sales or view the Canadian store for precise figures. According to the provided information, perpetual Student and Home licenses are discontinued as of January 1, 2026 and some offerings may now be annual only.
Your consumer rights in Canada
Canadian consumer protection varies by province and by whether the purchase is for tangible goods, digital goods or services. While some jurisdictions recognize short “cooling‑off” periods for certain distance or door‑to‑door sales, software licensing and digital products are often governed primarily by the seller’s stated terms. For MATLAB, MathWorks’ published refund windows (for example, a 30‑day return window for Student/Home licenses) and the purchase terms will determine eligibility for refunds in practice.
If you believe a supplier has violated provincial consumer protection laws, you can contact your provincial consumer protection office for advice. However, for most MathWorks purchases in Canada the practical first step is to act promptly within MathWorks’ stated windows and contact MathWorks Support with your documentation.
Customer experiences
Reviews from Canadian sources highlight MATLAB’s strong visualization and computation capabilities and the value of its extensive built‑in functions and toolboxes for students and researchers. Users often praise the breadth of available toolboxes and integrations that accelerate development and prototyping.
Common negatives reported by users include the high cost of licensing, a steep learning curve for newcomers, software that can be resource‑intensive on older machines, and occasional customer service or download access issues. Some users also note concerns about portability of MATLAB code outside the MATLAB environment.
Documentation checklist
- Order number or invoice (proof of purchase)
- MathWorks account email and license or activation key (if available)
- Date of purchase
- Product name (Student, Home, Academic, Commercial subscription or perpetual)
- Clear reason for cancellation or refund request and any supporting screenshots
Common mistakes
Waiting too long to request a refund is a frequent issue - many refunds (for Student/Home) require a request within 30 days. Missing or incomplete purchase information (order number, account email) slows support processing. Closing an account does not automatically trigger a refund; users sometimes expect account closure to be sufficient when a separate refund request is required.
Another common mistake is contacting the wrong channel (for example, a reseller or an unrelated support forum) instead of MathWorks Customer Support or the seller listed on your invoice. If your purchase was made through a reseller or institution, follow those channels first and involve MathWorks Support as needed.
Comparative recap
| Method | Refund | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| Contact MathWorks Customer Support (Student/Home refund request) | Possible if requested within 30 days; subject to approval | Moderate - requires documentation and direct support contact |
| Close MathWorks Account (profile > Close Account) | Does not automatically provide a refund | Easy - self‑service via account settings |
| Purchase through reseller or institution | Refunds handled by reseller/institution terms; MathWorks support may need to be involved | Moderate to High - may require coordination across organizations |
After cancelling
After you submit a cancellation or refund request, keep copies of all correspondence and allow time for MathWorks to process the request. For Student or Home refunds start with the MathWorks return page: Student/Home return instructions. For general refund questions see: General refund FAQ. To close your account or learn more about account management: Close account guide.
If you experience delays or accessibility issues with downloads, or difficulty reaching support, you may also review independent user feedback resources to prepare documentation of the issue: Capterra reviews, GetApp reviews and Trustpilot.
Address
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