What is PyCharm
Overview
PyCharm is an integrated development environment (IDE) for Python developers, produced by JetBrains. It provides code completion, debugging, testing, and project management features aimed at improving developer productivity.
Editions
PyCharm is available in multiple editions (Community and Professional/Ultimate) and is typically distributed as a subscription for the professional edition. Licensing and features vary by edition and purchase channel.
How to cancel PyCharm
Cancel via JetBrains web account
- Sign in to your JetBrains Account at the JetBrains account portal.
- Go to Subscriptions or Licenses, locate your PyCharm subscription, click "Cancel subscription" and confirm.
- After confirmation, auto-renewal is turned off; access remains until the end of the current billing period.
Cancel via app stores (Apple / Google)
- If you purchased through Apple App Store, cancel using Apple's subscription management in your Apple ID settings; JetBrains cannot cancel App-Store-based renewals.
- If you purchased through Google Play, cancel using the Subscriptions section of your Google Play account; JetBrains does not manage Google Play cancellations.
- Follow the platform's instructions for refunds and cancellations; JetBrains cannot directly intervene for these channels.
What happens when you cancel
Access after cancellation
When you cancel a subscription purchased through the JetBrains web store, your subscription remains active until the end of the paid period. You retain full access during that time.
For purchases via Apple or Google Play, the platform controls access timing after cancellation and may vary by platform rules.
Renewal and data
Cancelling stops automatic renewal at the next billing date; it does not automatically issue a refund. Your account data, settings, and local project files remain with you.
If you need to remove license keys or revoke access for organisation seats, perform those actions separately from cancellation.
Will I get a refund?
Refunds for web store (individual consumers)
Individual consumers who bought from the JetBrains web store have a right of withdrawal within 14 calendar days from purchase. JetBrains must refund payments within 14 days of receiving a valid withdrawal notice.
- Refunds are processed without undue delay and should use the same payment method, with no fees deducted.
Subscription-specific refund windows
For subscriptions bought via the JetBrains store, JetBrains reviews refund requests: annual subscription requests are accepted within 30 days, and monthly subscription requests within 7 days, subject to JetBrains’ discretion.
Purchases via Apple App Store or Google Play are governed by those platforms’ refund policies; JetBrains does not process refunds for those channels.
PyCharm plans and pricing
Pricing summary
JetBrains does not publish official INR pricing on its global site. Below are known examples and indicative conversions; actual prices may vary.
Notes on accuracy
The reseller INR figure shown may include markup. USD-based JetBrains prices converted to INR are approximate and for indication only.
| Plan | Price | Period | Features |
| Commercial Annual License (reseller example) | ₹95,085.00 | annual | Commercial standalone license key (reseller listing; may include perpetual fallback) |
| Commercial Annual (JetBrains global SRP, indicative) | ≈₹20,800 - ₹21,200 | annual | Standard organization plan; USD SRP converted to INR for indication only |
| Individual Monthly (JetBrains global SRP, indicative) | ≈₹8,200 - ₹8,400 | monthly | Individual use plan; USD monthly SRP converted to INR for indication only |
Your consumer rights in India
Right of withdrawal for web purchases
Under consumer protections applicable to web-store purchases, individual consumers can withdraw from a purchase within 14 calendar days without stating a reason.
JetBrains is required to refund all payments within 14 days of receiving a valid withdrawal notification for eligible purchases.
Subscription and platform exceptions
Separate refund windows apply to JetBrains store subscriptions: 30 days for annual and 7 days for monthly subscriptions, subject to review.
Purchases via Apple App Store or Google Play follow those platforms’ rules; Indian consumers must use the platform refund processes for those purchases.
Customer experiences
Positive feedback
Many users praise PyCharm for an intuitive interface, strong library support (NumPy, pandas), debugging tools, Git integration, and database tools.
Users on review platforms note powerful code analysis and AI-completion features as strengths.
Negative feedback
Common complaints include high memory usage, slow startup, complexity for beginners, and cost of professional editions. Some users report flaky behaviour in specific features like notebooks or AI quotas.
Feedback includes reports of performance degradation over time and inconsistent handling of bug reports according to some community posts.
Documentation checklist
Before cancelling
- Locate your JetBrains Account email and password used to purchase PyCharm.
- Note the subscription ID, invoice number, and purchase date from your receipts.
- Export or back up IDE settings, plugins, and project files if needed.
When requesting refunds or support
- Prepare proof of purchase (invoice, transaction ID) and the reason for refund if required by JetBrains.
- If purchased via Apple/Google, prepare the App Store/Play purchase receipt and follow platform refund procedures.
Common mistakes
Assuming cancellation equals refund
Many users cancel and assume a refund is automatic. Cancellation stops renewal but does not automatically refund payments.
To request a refund you must follow the refund process and meet applicable time windows and conditions.
Contacting the wrong support channel
Purchases made through Apple or Google must be managed through those platforms. Contacting JetBrains for App-Store or Google-Play refunds will not resolve platform-controlled refunds.
Ensure you use the correct account (JetBrains vs Apple vs Google) when making changes or requests.
Comparative recap
Channel comparison
The table below compares cancellation and refund handling across purchase channels to help decide next steps.
Key differences highlighted
| Aspect | Web (JetBrains Account) | App Store (Apple) | Google Play | Period |
| Who cancels | Customer via JetBrains Account | Customer via Apple account | Customer via Google account | - |
| Refund handling | JetBrains processes refunds subject to 14-day withdrawal or subscription windows | Handled by Apple under App Store policies | Handled by Google under Play Store policies | - |
| Access after cancellation | Access remains until end of paid period | Platform determines access timing | Platform determines access timing | - |
| Typical refund window | 14 days withdrawal; 30/7 days for subscription review | Per Apple policy | Per Google policy | annual / monthly |
After cancelling
Immediate steps
- Confirm cancellation in your account and save the confirmation receipt or screenshot.
- Back up PyCharm settings, export keymaps and plugin lists, and save any license keys you may need for future reactivation.
If you need further help
If you require a refund or additional support for a web-store purchase, gather purchase proof and submit a support request via your JetBrains Account support channels.
For App Store or Google Play purchases, use the respective platform’s refund and support processes; JetBrains cannot process those refunds directly.
Address
Registered office (India)
C/O Namai Chakraborti, Nawpara Sastitala, North 24 Parganas, West Bengal 700157, India
Notes on contacting
This is the registered office address associated with JetBrains’ Indian entity. For subscription actions, use the appropriate online account or platform support channels rather than postal correspondence for faster resolution.