What is Collageable
Photo collage app sold as a recurring subscription
Collageable is a photo editing and collage app distributed through the App Store in the Philippines. Its App Store listing shows a subscription model with weekly, monthly, and annual billing, and the official terms say the subscription renews automatically unless you switch off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the current period ends "automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period" (apps.apple.com, collageable.com).
If you are reading this because you got charged after a trial or after deleting the app, you are not alone. Many users in the Philippines get frustrated by three things: unclear cancellation steps, charges that continue after they thought they had cancelled, and refund requests that go nowhere. The truth is, Collageable’s cancellation process is more store-based than website-based, so the place where you subscribed matters more than the app itself.
What people usually pay for inside the app
The paid version is positioned as an all-access plan for editing tools rather than a one-time purchase. The App Store listing mentions more than 1,000 collage layouts and effects, filters, portrait tools, beauty tools, and other premium features tied to the active subscription period (apps.apple.com).
There is also a free version with basic use, while premium access unlocks the larger design library and editing tools. Collageable’s terms also mention a free trial that can convert into a paid subscription if you do not cancel at least 24 hours before the trial ends "After the free trial, the subscription automatically renews to a paid subscription unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the trial period" (collageable.com).
How Collageable works in the Philippines
For Philippine users, the practical setup is simple: billing usually runs through Apple or Google, not through a local Philippine payment portal. That creates two common local issues from user reports and support patterns: language barriers in support and limited local payment options compared with services that fully support GCash or Maya directly.
In the Philippines, the clearest public pricing currently visible from the App Store side is ₱299 weekly, ₱349 monthly, and ₱1,799 annually as of March 2026. Since these are recurring subscriptions, deleting the app does not stop billing. If you want a simpler alternative after cancelling, apps like PicCollage or Canva are easier for many users to manage because their subscription pages are more visible.
How to cancel Collageable without getting charged again
Checks to do before you tap cancel
Heads up: the most common mistake is cancelling too late. Collageable’s terms say you need to turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period, whether you subscribed through Apple or Google "turn off the auto-renew option at least 24 hours before the end of the current period" (collageable.com).
Before cancelling, open your subscription page and take screenshots of your current plan, the renewal date, and the active payment method. If you are on a free trial, screenshot the trial end date too. This matters if a charge appears later on your bank, GCash-linked card, Maya card, or credit card statement.
- Check the exact renewal date and time in your App Store or Google Play subscription page.
- Take a screenshot showing the plan name and status.
- Save any project files or exported collages you still need.
- Check whether the subscription was started on iPhone or Android, because that decides where you must cancel.
Cancel through App Store on iPhone or iPad
If you subscribed on iOS, cancel in your Apple subscription settings, not by deleting the app and not from a general website account page. The official Collageable terms point users to iTunes Account Settings, and the App Store route is the practical one for Philippine users.
Use this click path on iPhone or iPad: App Store > profile icon > Subscriptions > Collageable > Cancel Subscription. You should do this at least 24 hours before renewal to avoid the next charge "Open the App Store, go to your account settings, select 'Subscriptions', find 'Collageable', and choose 'Cancel Subscription'" (collageable.com).
- Open the App Store.
- Tap your profile icon at the top right.
- Tap Subscriptions.
- Select Collageable.
- Tap Cancel Subscription.
- Take a screenshot after the status changes.
If the button is missing, two things usually explain it: the subscription may already be cancelled, or you may be signed in with the wrong Apple ID. Check all Apple IDs used on the device. This step alone solves many "I cannot find Collageable" cases.
Cancel through Google Play on Android
If your subscription was started on Android, Google Play is the correct channel. The terms are direct about this: open the Google Play Store, go to Subscriptions, select Collageable, and cancel at least 24 hours before the renewal date (collageable.com).
The click path is: Google Play Store > profile icon > Payments and subscriptions > Subscriptions > Collageable > Cancel subscription. As with Apple, deleting the app is not enough. The subscription remains active until Google Play shows it as cancelled.
- Open Google Play Store.
- Tap your profile icon.
- Open Payments and subscriptions.
- Tap Subscriptions.
- Choose Collageable.
- Tap Cancel subscription and save proof.
Support, help page, and what is missing
Collageable’s support setup is quite limited from a Philippine user point of view. Public research shows no customer support phone number, no live chat, no public support email, and no clearly stated support hours. The main help resource available is the cancellation article at Collage support article.
Because support channels are thin, your best evidence is always your own documentation: screenshots, App Store status, Google Play status, and bank statements. If you need to send a written notice by post, there is a physical address, and some users now prefer a certified digital letter service such as Postclic instead of traditional registered mail because it provides time-stamped proof of sending and receipt. That said, for Collageable, store cancellation is usually the faster route.
Postal option if you want a written record
A postal notice is not the primary cancellation method for this app, but it can still help if you are escalating a billing dispute and want a paper trail tied to the company address in California. Use it only as an extra record, not as a substitute for cancelling inside Apple or Google.
If you send a letter, include your Apple ID or Google account email, transaction date, last 4 digits of the payment card if relevant, and a clear line saying you already switched off auto-renew. This makes your complaint easier to match to the account if a charge appears after cancellation.
After you cancel, what actually changes
Your premium access usually stays active until the paid period ends
When you cancel Collageable, you generally keep access until the end of the current billing cycle. If your monthly plan renews on April 20 and you cancel on April 10, you should still have premium features until April 20. What stops is the next automatic renewal, not the current paid period.
This also explains why some users think cancellation failed. They still see premium access for the remaining days, but that does not automatically mean billing will continue. Check the subscription status in Apple or Google. If it shows an end date and no future renewal, the cancellation normally worked.
If you do nothing, auto-renew stays on
Collageable’s terms are very clear on auto-renew: the subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period (collageable.com). That rule also applies to free trials. Miss the deadline and the trial can convert to a paid plan.
User complaints often involve surprise charges after a trial or after a very small initial amount. If you tested the app with a low-cost entry point or trial, take note of the exact cut-off time. Waiting until the last day can be risky because app store billing windows do not always line up with your local time expectations.
Data and projects after cancellation
Collageable’s terms do not clearly state what happens to user data after cancellation. There is no published retention timeline for projects, saved edits, or cloud-stored content in the terms reviewed for this guide (collageable.com).
Because the policy is unclear, export your finished work before the billing period ends. Save collages to your device, cloud storage, or social media drafts if needed. If a project matters to you, do not assume it will still be editable after premium access ends.
Collageable refund policy and the real chances of getting money back
What the terms say about refunds
This is the blunt part: the terms say no refund after cancellation for the current billing period, and unused time is forfeited. They also say billing errors should be reported quickly to the App Store or Google Play Store rather than handled as a normal cancellation refund (collageable.com).
For Philippine users, that means most ordinary refund requests have a low success rate if the charge was valid and the renewal deadline was missed. If you cancelled halfway through a month, Collageable’s published policy does not promise a pro-rated refund. If the issue is an unauthorized or duplicate charge, that is a different path and your chances are better if you act fast.
Your rights in the Philippines if the charge looks unfair
There is no universal statutory cooling-off rule in the Philippines for all online subscriptions, and Collageable’s own terms do not offer a separate cooling-off period. Under the Consumer Act of the Philippines, or RA 7394, and DTI consumer rules, you can still complain about misleading billing, non-delivery, or unauthorized charges.
For door-to-door or direct sales, a 7 working day cooling-off period exists, but that does not neatly fit a normal app subscription bought through Apple or Google. Here’s the practical takeaway: if the app renewed because auto-renew stayed on, refunds are harder. If the charge was unauthorized, misleading, duplicated, or continued after documented cancellation, file a dispute with your payment provider and, if needed, with DTI.
How to request a refund in practice
If the charge came through Apple, start with your Apple purchase history and refund request tools linked to your Apple account. If the charge came through Google Play, use your Google Play order history and support flow. Collageable’s terms themselves point billing-error users to the app stores, not to a direct company refund desk (collageable.com).
- Find the transaction date, receipt number, and exact amount such as ₱299, ₱349, or ₱1,799.
- Take screenshots showing your cancellation date and the billing date.
- Submit the refund request through the same store that processed the payment.
- If denied and the charge was unauthorized, ask your bank, GCash-linked card issuer, Maya card issuer, or credit card provider for a chargeback review.
Chargeback, bank dispute, and when to escalate
In the Philippines, you can dispute unauthorized or continued charges through your bank or e-wallet provider, and BSP rules commonly give cardholders up to 60 days from the statement date to contest a transaction. If your card was billed after you have proof of cancellation, gather your screenshots, receipt, and account status before filing the dispute.
DTI handles consumer complaints under RA 7394, while BSP is relevant if the issue is a card or payment dispute. Use chargeback as a last resort when the charge clearly should not have happened, because repeated false disputes can backfire. For valid renewals missed because of a late cancellation, the store may still deny the refund.
Terms and subscription conditions that affect your Collageable account
Auto-renewal and commitment length
The contract terms say there is no minimum commitment period, which is good news if you only need the app for one project or one month. You can cancel at any time before the next renewal date, but the key condition is still the 24 hour deadline before the current period ends (collageable.com).
The same terms also confirm that auto-renewal is on by default unless you turn it off in iTunes Account Settings or Google Play settings. In plain language, this means the subscription keeps rolling unless you actively stop it. That is the single most important rule to remember with Collageable.
Free trial conversion and what happens if you forget
The terms mention a free trial and say any unused part of that trial is forfeited once you purchase a subscription. They also say that after the trial, the subscription automatically renews into a paid plan unless you cancel at least 24 hours before the trial ends (collageable.com).
That matters because users often assume a trial simply expires. With Collageable, the published rule is the opposite: a trial can roll straight into paid billing. If you are trying the app for a single event or school project, set a calendar reminder a full 48 hours before the trial ends, not just on the final day.
Applicable law, disputes, and missing data details
The terms say the contract is governed by the laws of the United States and that disputes go through a written notice plus a 60 day dialogue period before further action may be pursued (collageable.com). For a user in the Philippines, that sounds distant, but local consumer complaint channels still matter when the problem is billing or unfair commercial practice.
One area the terms do not explain well is data retention after cancellation. Since the retention period is not specified, treat your account content as something you should back up before the subscription ends. That way you are not depending on a policy that has not been clearly published.
Collageable plans and pricing in the Philippines
Current subscription prices visible to Philippine users
| Plan | Price (USD / PHP) | Period | Main features |
| Weekly | $299.00 (₱299)* | Weekly | All premium tools |
| Monthly | $349.00 (₱349)* | Monthly | All premium tools |
| Annual | $1799.00 (₱1,799)* | Annual | All premium tools |
| Basic | $250.00 (₱250)* | Monthly | Not fully detailed |
| Professional | $450.00 (₱450)* | Monthly | Not fully detailed |
| Enterprise | Custom (₱Custom)* | Monthly | Custom setup |
Prices are approximate and may reflect converted or region-adjusted amounts. Converted figures use the research rate of 1 USD ≈ 1.0 PHP. Check the official listing for the exact local price before subscribing.
Which plan costs the most and which gives better value
From the App Store figures, the annual plan at ₱1,799 is the highest single upfront charge, while the weekly plan at ₱299 is the smallest immediate payment. But weekly billing is usually the most expensive over time. Four weeks at ₱299 comes to about ₱1,196, which is far higher than the ₱349 monthly plan.
If you use Collageable for more than a few weeks, the monthly or annual plan is normally better value. The annual plan also works out to roughly ₱149.92 per month if you divide ₱1,799 by 12. That is much cheaper than paying ₱349 every month, though only worth it if you are sure you will keep using the app all year.
Billing details that catch users off guard
Payment is charged to your iTunes account when the purchase is confirmed, and the subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the current period ends (apps.apple.com). There is no cancellation fee and no early termination fee found in the terms, which is good.
The hidden cost is not a separate fee but the auto-renew structure itself. If you forget to cancel before the deadline, the next cycle can be charged in full. For that reason, short plans such as weekly subscriptions need closer monitoring than annual plans.
Your rights in the Philippines when Collageable billing goes wrong
The laws that matter for this kind of subscription
For users in the Philippines, the key framework is the Consumer Act of the Philippines, or RA 7394, plus DTI consumer complaint handling. In simple terms, this law helps when a service uses misleading representations, billing is not properly disclosed, or you are charged after you took the right cancellation steps.
Collageable’s terms do not state a special cooling-off period for app subscriptions, and Philippine law also does not create a universal cooling-off right for every online service purchase. So your strongest protection usually comes from proof of what was shown, what was charged, and when you cancelled.
Cooling-off and withdrawal in plain language
A 7 working day cooling-off period is recognized in the Philippines for door-to-door or direct sales, but an app subscription bought in the App Store or Google Play does not automatically fall into that same bucket. For ordinary online app subscriptions, there is no guaranteed across-the-board withdrawal right like some users expect from other countries.
That does not leave you helpless. If Collageable or the app store charged you in a way that was misleading, unauthorized, or inconsistent with the billing information you saw, you can still raise a complaint. The practical route is evidence first, then complaint second.
How to file a complaint with DTI or your payment provider
Start by collecting screenshots of the subscription page, cancellation confirmation, order receipt, and bank or card statement. Then write a short timeline with dates such as: subscribed on March 2, cancelled on March 8, billed on March 10 for ₱349. That kind of timeline is what DTI and your bank need.
- Complain to the payment channel first if the issue is an unauthorized charge.
- Raise a chargeback request within 60 days from the statement date when your bank rules allow it.
- File a DTI complaint if the problem involves misleading subscription behavior or refusal to address a valid billing issue.
- Attach screenshots and receipts in one folder to save time.
Useful Philippine contacts
For consumer complaints, DTI is the relevant public authority for online subscription disputes under RA 7394. For card and payment disputes, BSP can also matter if the issue is how the payment was processed. Since this guide is limited to verified service links, use the official DTI website from a reliable search if you need the latest complaint portal and hotline details.
Compared with Collageable’s terms, local consumer protection is more practical for billing disputes in the Philippines. The contract may mention US law, but if you were charged through a Philippine-issued card or locally used payment method, your bank and local consumer channels are still very relevant.
What customers say about Collageable cancellation
Overall verdict from available reviews
Based on the review set available for this guide, cancellation looks difficult rather than smooth. The sample shows 4 negative reviews out of 4 unique reviews, with repeated complaints about surprise charges, no obvious cancellation button, and no refund path. That is a very weak signal for customer confidence, even if it is a small sample.
To stay balanced, the app itself may still be useful for editing and collage templates, which is why people subscribe in the first place. But when it comes to billing trust, the review trend is clearly negative. Philippine users may feel this more strongly because support access can be harder when there is no phone, no chat, and no public email.
Recurring themes in complaints
| Theme | Frequency | Typical example |
| Charge after cancel | 4 reviews | Unexpected ₱599 charge |
| No refund path | 3 reviews | Refund not available |
| Missing cancel button | 3 reviews | Website lacks option |
| Small trial charge | 2 reviews | ₱1 then full billing |
Source summary and user quotes
| Source | Rating | Number of reviews |
| TrustPilot | 1/5 trend | 4 |
- "I was charged without my permission or any prior notice! Initially, they claimed it was just a ₱1 deduction, but later on, they charged me ₱599 without consent. There is no option to cancel or request a refund. This is a scam!!" (TrustPilot)
- "They charged PHP 599 automatically without indicating it in their policy. Additionally, there are numerous discrepancies in their terms and conditions. The website doesn't have a cancellation subscription option. This is a scam!!" (TrustPilot)
- "They deducted from my account without any permission or any notice!! They said it's just 1 peso but on the latter part they will deduct you 599 pesos! No refund or cancellation button. This is a scam!!" (TrustPilot)
- "I made a payment of 1 peso for what was supposed to be a photo download, but the file was never received. Then, without any prior notification, I was charged 299 pesos the following day. Upon checking their website, there is no option to cancel or request a refund. This is a scam!!" (TrustPilot)
Documents to prepare before and after you cancel
What to save before cancellation
Before you cancel, collect proof that shows the account was active and what it was set to renew into. A screenshot of the subscription page, the current plan name, and the renewal date are the three most useful records. Add a screenshot of any free trial end date if that applies to your account.
If you created collages or edited portraits that matter to you, export them before the billing period ends. Because data retention after cancellation is not clearly explained in the terms, your safest move is to save everything locally on your phone or cloud storage.
- Screenshot of plan and renewal date
- Screenshot of cancellation status
- Receipt or order ID from Apple or Google
- Saved copies of finished projects
What to keep for refunds or disputes
If you end up filing a refund request or chargeback, the winning documents are usually the most basic ones. Keep the transaction amount, receipt number, account email, cancellation date, and a bank statement line showing the exact charge. For Philippine users, adding a simple written timeline helps a lot.
After cancellation, keep checking your payment statement for at least two billing cycles. One cycle confirms that the renewal did not happen. The second gives you extra peace of mind, especially if you were on a weekly plan where charges can return quickly.
Cancelling in the wrong place
A very common mistake is looking for a cancel button on the website when the subscription was actually bought through Apple or Google. Several user complaints mention that the website did not show a cancellation option. That can be true and still not mean the subscription is impossible to cancel. It usually means the real control sits inside the app store account.
Solution: trace where the payment was made. If the receipt came from Apple, use App Store > profile > Subscriptions. If it came from Google, use Google Play > Payments and subscriptions > Subscriptions.
Deleting the app and assuming that stops billing
Collageable’s terms directly warn that removing the app from your device does not deactivate the subscription (collageable.com). Many users only learn this after the next charge appears. That is frustrating, but it is also one of the easiest mistakes to avoid once you know it.
Solution: always verify the subscription status inside Apple or Google after deleting the app. If the listing still says Active, billing can still continue until you cancel properly.
Missing the 24 hour deadline
If your renewal is on April 15 and you try to cancel late on April 14, you may already be inside the store’s billing preparation window. Collageable’s terms say auto-renew must be turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period (collageable.com).
Solution: cancel 48 hours early whenever possible. This gives you breathing room if the app store is lagging or if you are using the wrong account and need time to fix it.
Expecting a pro-rated refund after cancellation
Some users think cancelling halfway through a month should trigger a partial refund. Collageable’s refund policy says otherwise: no refund after cancellation for the current billing period, and unused time is forfeited (collageable.com).
Solution: if your issue is just unused time, expect access to continue until the end date but not money back. If your issue is an unauthorized charge, switch from refund language to dispute language and gather evidence for Apple, Google, or your bank.
Not saving proof after cancellation
When a continued charge appears, the strongest proof is a screenshot showing the cancelled status and end date. Without that, disputes turn into a harder back-and-forth. This matters even more in the Philippines because support channels are limited and you may need to rely on store records and bank evidence.
Solution: save screenshots immediately after cancelling and store them in a folder with your receipt. Add a calendar reminder to check your next statement so you do not miss the 60 day dispute window many banks follow under BSP-related card dispute practice.
Quick comparison of cancellation routes
Methods, notice periods, fees, and effort
| Method | Notice period | Fee | Difficulty |
| Web/account | Before next billing | No fee found | Easy |
| App Store (iOS) | 5-10 business days | No fee found | Higher but best proof |
| Google Play (Android) | At least 24 hours | No fee found | Easy |
What this table means in real life
The cleanest method depends on where you subscribed. If your billing is through Apple, App Store cancellation gives the strongest proof because Apple’s subscription screen clearly shows the status and end date. If your billing is through Google, the same logic applies inside Google Play.
The web or account method appears in the terms language, but in practice the service points users back to the store settings for actual subscription management. So choose the route tied to the payment channel, not the route that merely seems easiest on the surface.
What to do after cancelling so the charge does not come back
Immediate checks in the first 10 minutes
Right after cancellation, confirm that the status changed from active auto-renew to an end date with no future renewal. Take one screenshot of the status page and one screenshot of the receipt history. Then set a calendar reminder for 3 days before the old renewal date and another on the date your next statement is issued.
This sounds basic, but it is the fastest way to catch a problem early. If a charge appears after a valid cancellation, your timeline becomes much stronger: cancelled on March 5, end date March 20, charged again on March 21 for ₱349.
Monitor statements and use chargeback only when justified
Check your credit card, debit card, Maya card, GCash-linked card, or bank statement for at least 2 billing cycles. If an unauthorized charge appears, contact the bank or card issuer immediately. In the Philippines, users commonly have up to 60 days from the statement date to dispute a transaction under standard card dispute practice tied to BSP-regulated payment handling.
If you file a dispute, include your cancellation screenshots and the store receipt. If the issue also involves misleading subscription behavior, DTI can handle the consumer complaint side under RA 7394. Banks focus on the transaction. DTI focuses on the consumer issue around the sale.
Alternatives if you are done with Collageable
If you still need collage tools after cancelling, PicCollage is a straightforward option with free access plus in-app purchases. Canva is broader than a collage app, but many Philippine users prefer it because templates, exports, and subscription visibility are easier to manage. Collagelée is another option if you want online collage creation with premium upgrades instead of a strict app-only setup.
The best alternative depends on what you actually use. For quick social posts, PicCollage is simple. For school projects, business graphics, and templates beyond collages, Canva usually gives more value from one subscription.
Useful links
Where to send written mail if you want a physical record
Company address for written correspondence
If you want a physical paper trail for a complaint or billing dispute, use the company address below. This is not the fastest way to stop a recurring charge, but it can support your records if you are escalating the matter with your bank or DTI.
Use the address exactly as written:
- 19761 Bixby Dr, Cupertino, California, 95014-3324
Write your account email, transaction amount such as ₱299 or ₱349, purchase date, and cancellation date in the letter. Then keep a copy of the letter and proof of posting with your screenshots from Apple or Google, because the store cancellation record remains your strongest evidence.
Best practical route for most Philippine users
For most people in the Philippines, the real cancellation process is online only: App Store if you subscribed on iPhone, Google Play if you subscribed on Android. The postal address is useful as a backup record, not as the main tool.
If you are trying to avoid another charge, do not wait for a mailed reply. Cancel inside the payment platform, save proof immediately, and watch your next statement. That is the fastest, least stressful way to close a Collageable subscription properly.