Core purpose
PagerDuty is a cloud-based incident management platform that helps teams detect, respond to, and resolve IT and DevOps incidents in real time.
It centralises alerts, on-call schedules, incident timelines and integrations to improve uptime and operational response.
Who uses it
PagerDuty is used by engineering, SRE, operations and support teams that need real-time alerting and incident orchestration.
Organisation sizes range from startups to large enterprises; different plans cater to differing feature and scale requirements.
Self-serve cancellation (web)
- Only the Account Owner can cancel from the PagerDuty web app.
- In the web app: click the User Icon → Account Settings, scroll to "Need to cancel your account?", and follow the confirmation steps.
- See the official cancellation help for step-by-step guidance: Cancel your account (PagerDuty Support).
Mobile subscriptions (App Store / Google Play)
- iOS (App Store): If you subscribed via Apple, cancel through Apple subscriptions: Settings → [Your Name] → Subscriptions → select PagerDuty → Cancel Subscription. PagerDuty cannot cancel App Store subscriptions directly. See: How do I cancel my subscription (App Store guidance).
- Android (Google Play): If you subscribed via Google Play, cancel via the Google Play subscriptions section in the Play Store app. Note: uninstalling the app does not cancel the subscription.
- Confirm which platform processed your payment before attempting cancellation.
What happens when you cancel
Access and billing
When you cancel an account or subscription, existing access typically remains until the end of the current billing period.
Annual plans are non‑proratable and non‑refundable in general; cancellation prevents future renewals but does not automatically trigger a refund.
Data and account status
Account data and incident history may remain available to account administrators according to PagerDuty's retention and terms of service.
If you require deletion of personal data, you may need to request data removal separately; this is not always automatic on cancellation.
Will I get a refund?
Standard refund policy
PagerDuty offers a 14‑day free trial for evaluation with no obligation during the trial period.
For paid plans, annual subscriptions and unused portions are generally non‑refundable and non‑proratable.
Exceptions and contract terminations
- Refunds are generally not provided except where the customer validly terminates for cause as set out in PagerDuty’s terms.
- If you validly terminate for cause, PagerDuty may refund prepaid fees covering the remainder of the current term per the terms of service: PagerDuty Terms of Service.
PagerDuty plans and pricing
Overview
Official pricing is listed in USD on PagerDuty's site. Public INR pricing is not provided by PagerDuty and reported INR figures online may be inconsistent.
Contact PagerDuty sales for official local or custom pricing for enterprise needs.
| Plan | Price | Period | Features |
| Professional | Listed in USD (billed annually at $21/user) | Monthly (billed annually) | Basic incident response, SSO, SMS/chat integrations |
| Business | Listed in USD (billed annually at $41/user) | Monthly (billed annually) | Advanced workflows, analytics, premium integrations |
| Enterprise | Contact for pricing | Custom | Full orchestration, enterprise-level features |
Notes
The official PagerDuty site displays prices in USD; confirm billing currency and taxes with sales or support before purchase.
For terms relevant to refunds and billing, consult PagerDuty’s terms: Terms of Service.
Your consumer rights in India
Auto‑renewal and cancellation notice
Indian consumers have the right to clear notice of auto‑renewal and how to cancel digital subscriptions.
Platforms and sellers should provide an easy cancellation mechanism and disclose renewal terms clearly.
Refunds, disputes and data rights
- Consumers may seek refunds if auto‑renewal terms were not adequately disclosed or cancellation was made correctly but not honored.
- Consumers can bring disputes to consumer forums or seek redress under Indian consumer protection laws.
- You may request deletion of personal data after cancellation; make a specific data‑removal request if required.
Customer experiences
Positive feedback
- Users praise real‑time notifications, incident dashboards, on‑call scheduling and integrations for improving incident response.
- Reporting, automation and centralized incident timelines are commonly highlighted as strengths.
Common complaints
- Some users find the UI confusing during setup and configuration, increasing the learning curve.
- Cost is a frequent concern for small teams; alert noise and management complexity are also reported issues.
- For user reviews, see: Trustradius reviews and Capterra reviews.
Documentation checklist
Before you cancel
- Confirm you are the Account Owner or have the Account Owner available to perform cancellation.
- Locate billing information, contract terms and the subscription source (web, App Store, Google Play).
- Export any required reports or incident history you need to retain.
What to keep after cancelling
- Save cancellation confirmation emails or screenshots showing the account was cancelled.
- Record billing statements and the date when access will end.
- If necessary, open a support ticket and keep the ticket ID for dispute resolution.
Common mistakes
Typical errors
Uninstalling the mobile app does not cancel a subscription; leaving the subscription active can result in unexpected charges.
Another common error is attempting cancellation from a non‑owner account; only the Account Owner can self‑serve cancel via the web app.
How to avoid them
Verify the platform used for subscription (web, Apple App Store, Google Play) and follow the appropriate cancellation steps.
Keep documentation of the cancellation action and confirm receipt of any cancellation confirmation email or on‑screen message.
Comparative recap
Quick comparison
The table below summarises key points about cancellation, refunds and pricing visibility for quick reference.
| Aspect | PagerDuty | Notes | Period |
| Cancel method | Web self‑serve for Account Owner; App Store/Play via respective platforms | Account Owner required for web cancellation; platform-managed for mobile subs | N/A |
| Refunds | No general refunds for unused annual fees; exceptions for termination for cause | Check terms of service for details and process | N/A |
| Pricing visibility | Officially listed in USD; no confirmed public INR pricing | Contact sales for local pricing or enterprise quotes | Monthly (billed annually) / Custom |
| Data removal | May require separate request | Not always automatic on cancellation; request explicitly if needed | N/A |
After cancelling
Verify cancellation
After cancelling, confirm you received an on‑screen confirmation or email showing the cancellation and end date.
If you do not receive confirmation, contact support and save the ticket or response for records. See the official cancellation guide: Cancel your account (PagerDuty Support).
Data, billing and next steps
- Check your final invoice and upcoming billing statements to ensure renewals have stopped.
- If you need personal data deleted or have billing disputes, raise the request with PagerDuty support and reference your account and cancellation confirmation.
- For terms related to refunds and termination, consult: PagerDuty Terms of Service.
Address
Headquarters
PagerDuty Headquarters:
600 Townsend Street, Suite 200, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States
Legal & contact notes
For billing, legal or sales enquiries contact PagerDuty through official support or sales channels listed on their website.
Use saved cancellation confirmations and any contract identifiers when discussing billing or refunds with support.