What is Seed
Overview
Seed is a subscription-based service offering microbiome and related health products and services, with online account management and app-store subscription options.
Subscriptions can be managed through a Seed web account, via app-store billing (Apple/Google), or by contacting Seed support by email.
Key characteristics
Seed offers recurring monthly or annual plans and promotional first-order protections like a 30-day money-back guarantee for first subscription orders.
Subscription rules, refund windows, and loyalty points are governed by Seed’s published terms and the rules of the app store if you subscribed there.
How to cancel Seed
Cancel via the Seed website
- Log into your Seed account.
- Go to Settings → Manage Subscriptions → Cancel Subscription.
- Note: cancelling does not stop orders already processed and Loyalty Points expire 90 days after cancelling all active subscriptions.
Cancel via app stores and by email
- If subscribed through Apple App Store or Google Play (RevenueCat-managed), cancel through the relevant app store subscription settings.
- To cancel a web subscription by email, send a request to [email protected] at least three (3) business days before the end of your current subscription period.
What happens when you cancel
Access and deliveries
Cancelling stops future renewals but does not halt orders already processed before cancellation.
You will retain access to any paid content or deliveries for the remainder of the paid subscription period.
Data and loyalty points
Your account data typically remains unless you request deletion per Seed’s policies.
Loyalty Points expire 90 days after cancelling all active subscriptions, so use points before that deadline.
Will I get a refund?
30-day money-back guarantee (first subscription order)
Seed offers a 30-day money-back guarantee on the first subscription order if you are unsatisfied; this is a “no questions asked” policy for the first monthly subscription delivery.
Shipping, VAT, and duties are not refunded. No return of product is required and refunds are processed in about 2 - 5 days.
Limits and general policy
Refunds are only available for the first subscription order; subsequent refills are not refundable even if within 30 days.
Seed’s broader terms state fees are non-refundable unless required by law or a specific policy exception.
Seed plans and pricing
Available plans (approximate prices)
| Plan | Price (approx.) | Period | Features |
| Seed Identifier - SI Weekly | approx. €4.94 | Weekly | Unlimited seed identifications, AI insights, My Collection, My Gallery |
| Seed Identifier - SI Annual | approx. €31.19 | Annual | Unlimited identifications, AI insights, My Collection, My Gallery |
| Identifier: Seed Weekly | approx. €4.94 | Weekly | Unlimited identifications, planting tips, digital library |
| Identifier: Seed Annual | approx. €24.94 | Annual | Unlimited identifications, planting tips, digital library |
Pricing notes
Exact EUR prices may not be displayed in the Nigerian App Store; the shown amounts are approximate conversions from NGN listings.
Check the app store or your Seed account for the precise local price charged to your payment method.
Your consumer rights in Nigeria
Statutory protections
Nigeria has consumer protection provisions intended to protect buyers, but Seed’s terms do not explicitly reference a standard 14-day cooling-off period.
Your statutory rights under Nigerian consumer protection law may provide remedies, but enforcement depends on the circumstances and the company’s cooperation.
Practical guidance for Nigerian customers
- If subscribed via Apple/Google, use the app store dispute and refund mechanisms as appropriate.
- Keep records of orders, cancellations, and communications to support any complaint to local consumer authorities.
Customer experiences
Positive reports
Some users report improved health outcomes and praise Seed’s customer service responsiveness in individual cases.
One reviewer noted a good experience with rapid, satisfactory support and product benefits.
Negative reports
Many users report that cancelling or pausing subscriptions is confusing or difficult, with account controls that appear to pause rather than cancel.
There are numerous complaints about poor customer service, unexpected recurring charges, double-billing, and difficulty obtaining refunds.
Documentation checklist
What to gather before you cancel
- Account email address and Seed account username (if applicable).
- Order number(s) and the date of the first subscription delivery.
- Payment receipts or bank/card statements showing the charge.
Supporting evidence for disputes
- Screenshots of your subscription management page and cancellation attempts.
- Email correspondence with Seed (timestamps and message content).
- Any app-store receipts or subscription confirmations from Apple/Google.
Common mistakes
Pausing instead of cancelling
Users sometimes select a “pause” or delivery delay option in the account rather than an explicit cancel action.
Pause options may leave the subscription active and lead to unexpected renewals or charges.
Wrong cancellation channel and timing
Cancelling via the wrong channel (web vs app store) can leave the subscription active in the other system.
If you use email cancellation, failing to give at least three business days’ notice before period end can result in a renewal.
Comparative recap
At-a-glance comparison
| Platform | How to cancel | Refund availability | Notes |
| Web (via Seed Account) | Settings → Manage Subscriptions → Cancel Subscription | First order: 30-day refund possible; subsequent refills: no | Cancelling does not stop already processed orders; loyalty points expire 90 days after all subscriptions end |
| App Store / Google Play | Manage subscriptions in Apple App Store or Google Play | Refunds follow the app store’s policies (Apple/Google) | App-store subscriptions are billed by Apple/Google; Seed may not control refunds |
| Email (web subscription) | Email [email protected] at least 3 business days before period end | Same refund limits as web cancellations; first order only | Use documented email and keep proof of sending and receipt |
After cancelling
Check your account and confirmations
After cancelling, confirm you received an email confirmation or on-screen message stating the subscription is cancelled.
Keep screenshots and confirmation emails until your billing cycle ends and any refunds are processed.
Helpful links and next steps
Address
Seed Foundation office (correspondence)
Suite A3, Glassgow, Shakir Plaza, No. 3 Michika Str., Area 11 Garki-Abuja
Contact for cancellations
Email cancellations: [email protected]. Use the email address associated with your Seed account and include order details.