Cancel Forbes: Complete Guide

What is Forbes

Overview

Forbes is a global business media brand offering news, analysis, and magazine content on finance, markets, entrepreneurship and leadership.

This guide focuses on cancelling Forbes subscriptions relevant to Nigeria, especially subscriptions purchased through the Apple App Store (Forbes Africa app).

Scope

Information below draws on the App Store listing and Nigerian consumer law (FCCPA 2018), plus user reviews reporting cancellation experiences.

Where Forbes-specific procedures are not published, the App Store or Nigerian law will likely govern how cancellations and refunds are handled.

How to cancel Forbes

Cancel via App Store (iOS)

• Open Settings on your iPhone or iPad and tap your name (Apple ID).
• Tap Subscriptions, find the Forbes/Forbes Africa subscription and choose Cancel Subscription.
• Turn off auto‑renew at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period to prevent renewal.

Other cancellation routes

• If you purchased via the Forbes website or a different platform, sign in to your Forbes account and look for subscription or billing settings to cancel.
• If you cannot find a local cancellation option, contact Forbes customer support or the publisher; note there is no Nigeria postal cancellation address listed.

What happens when you cancel

Access after cancellation

Cancelling via the App Store typically stops auto‑renewal but keeps access to the service until the end of the paid period.

You will not lose immediate access once you cancel; your subscription usually remains active through the current billing cycle.

Renewal and data

Once cancelled, the subscription will not renew at the next billing date unless you re‑subscribe.

Account data and reading history are usually retained per Forbes’ account and privacy rules; check your Forbes account settings for data controls.

Will I get a refund?

Official policy summary

The Forbes Africa App Store listing does not state a specific 14‑day refund right; refunds are governed by the App Store (Apple) refund policies for iOS purchases.

For in‑app purchases through Apple, use Apple’s refund procedures (report a problem via Apple) to request a refund.

Local legal exceptions

Under Nigerian law (FCCPA 2018), blanket “no refund” terms are not enforceable for defective, misrepresented or undelivered services.

• Consumers may be entitled to refunds for services not provided as agreed, defective or misrepresented.
• Local law and court rulings have struck down “no refund” policies in some cases; you can seek recourse through regulators or the courts.

Forbes plans and pricing

Available plans

Notes on pricing for Nigeria

No EUR‑denominated pricing specifically targeted at Nigeria was found in the sources used for this guide.

If you subscribe from Nigeria, your bank or Apple ID may convert EUR prices to your local currency and apply local taxes or fees.

Your consumer rights in Nigeria

Key statutory rights

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Act (FCCPA) 2018 protects consumers against unfair contract terms and blanket “no refund” policies.

Consumers can cancel advance bookings with only reasonable charges and are entitled to refunds for defective or undelivered goods/services.

Enforcement and remedies

• Sections 120, 122 and 129 of the FCCPA limit sellers from waiving statutory consumer protections.
• Court rulings in Nigeria have declared “no refund” policies illegal in certain commercial contexts; you may seek regulator intervention or file a claim in court.

Customer experiences

Positive reports

• Some reviewers report successful cancellations and helpful responses from Forbes customer service (example reviews on Trustpilot).
• Users praise the content quality and coverage, noting good value when the subscription is used regularly.

Negative reports

• Multiple users have complained about difficulty completing cancellations and slow or unresponsive support.
• There are reports of being auto‑renewed and denied refunds despite same‑day cancellation requests.

Documentation checklist

Prepare before contacting support

• Apple ID used for purchase and the device details (iPhone/iPad).
• Receipt or order confirmation showing the purchase date and subscription details.
• Screenshots of subscription settings, billing charges, and any error messages.

Supporting materials for disputes

• Copies of emails or chat transcripts with Forbes or platform support.
• Bank or card statements showing the charge(s) you are disputing.
• Reference to FCCPA sections if you believe a statutory right has been breached.

Common mistakes

Timing errors

Waiting until the last minute: failing to turn off auto‑renew at least 24 hours before the period ends can result in an unwanted renewal charge.

Always check the billing date in your Apple subscription settings and act earlier to avoid cutoffs.

Wrong channel or expectations

Contacting Forbes when the purchase was made via Apple can delay resolution; Apple handles charges and refunds for App Store purchases.

Assuming immediate refunds: many platforms keep access until the period end and do not prorate refunds; rely on the platform’s refund process or Nigerian consumer law if applicable.

Comparative recap

At-a-glance comparison

Which route to use

If you subscribed on iOS, always start with Apple. For purchases made on the Forbes site, start with your Forbes account or support.

If a refund is refused and you believe that breaches Nigerian consumer rights, consider raising the matter under FCCPA or seeking regulator/court remedies.

After cancelling

Next steps

• Verify in your device settings that auto‑renew is off and note the date your access ends.
• Save receipts and confirmation screenshots showing cancellation and billing dates.

Helpful links

• Forbes Africa on the App Store
• Article on “no refund” policies and Nigerian law
• Legal commentary on FCCPA and refunds
• Forbes reviews on Trustpilot

Address

Publisher headquarters

Forbes Africa headquarters (listed contact for publisher):

2nd Floor West Tower 88 Stella St, Sandton, Gauteng, 02196, South Africa

Notes on local presence

No Nigeria‑specific postal or physical address for cancelling Forbes subscriptions was found in the sources used for this guide.

If you need an address for formal notices, use the publisher headquarters above and pursue digital support channels first.