What is Jetbrains
Overview
JetBrains is a software company that develops integrated development environments (IDEs) and developer tools for many programming languages.
The products include both free community editions and paid subscriptions for individual and commercial use.
Purchase channels
You can buy JetBrains products directly from the JetBrains web store, or via third-party app stores such as Apple App Store and Google Play.
Purchase channel determines how you cancel and where to request refunds.
How to cancel Jetbrains
Cancel web‑purchased (JetBrains site) personal subscriptions
- Sign in to your JetBrains Account and go to Subscriptions/Licenses.
- Find the subscription you want to stop and select the cancel option; access remains until the end of the current billing period.
- Official guide: Cancel a personal subscription (JetBrains).
Cancel App Store and Google Play purchases
- App Store subscriptions must be cancelled through your Apple subscription management; JetBrains cannot stop renewals for App Store purchases.
- Google Play subscriptions must be cancelled via Google Play subscriptions in your Google account; JetBrains cannot cancel these.
- See a third‑party summary: How to cancel JetBrains (Postclic).
What happens when you cancel
Access after cancellation
For web‑purchased personal subscriptions, you keep access until the end of the current billing period after cancelling.
For App Store or Google Play purchases, behaviour follows the respective store's rules for access after cancellation.
Renewals and billing
Cancelling stops future automatic renewals but does not usually produce immediate pro rata refunds.
Make sure to confirm the cancellation in the same account used to purchase to avoid unexpected renewals.
Will I get a refund?
Refunds for web‑store purchases
- Individual consumer purchases via the JetBrains web store may be eligible for a full refund under a 14‑day withdrawal right (EU‑style), if applicable.
- JetBrains additionally reviews web‑purchased subscription refund requests: annual subscriptions are often considered within 30 days, monthly within 7 days, subject to JetBrains' discretion.
- See JetBrains refund guidance: How can I get a refund? (JetBrains).
Store purchases and Terms
- Refunds for App Store or Google Play purchases must be requested through Apple or Google mechanisms; JetBrains does not process those refunds.
- Under JetBrains' Terms of Purchase, refunds are subject to prior authorisation at JetBrains' sole discretion unless overridden by applicable law: JetBrains Terms of Purchase.
Jetbrains plans and pricing
Available examples (third‑party / promotions)
The table below shows pricing items collected from verified third‑party listings and promotions, not official JetBrains prices.
JetBrains typically displays USD pricing and converts to SGD at checkout; actual prices and taxes may vary.
| Plan | Price | Period | Features |
| JetBrains All Products Pack (GitHub Student Pack promotion) | FREE (student-only offer) | Annual | Full JetBrains IDE suite, via GitHub Student Pack |
| JetBrains Single IDE Subscription (resale, Carousell) | S$180 | 1 year (annual) | Single IDE (unspecified which one) |
| JetBrains Developer Toolkit (resale, Carousell) - educational license | S$49 | Annual | Bundle of IDEs, educational license, no AI |
| JetBrains Developer Toolkit (resale, Carousell) - personal license without AI | S$79 | Annual | Bundle of IDEs, personal use, no AI |
| JetBrains Developer Toolkit (resale, Carousell) - personal license with AI | S$110 | Annual | Bundle of IDEs, personal use, includes AI features |
Pricing note
No official JetBrains SGD prices were found in the verified data. The listed SGD prices are from third‑party resale listings and a student promotion, not official JetBrains rates.
Official checkout converts from USD and may include local taxes; always check the final price at purchase.
Your consumer rights in Singapore
General guidance
Rights and remedies can vary by jurisdiction. The verified JetBrains guidance refers to a 14‑day withdrawal right for web purchases and discretionary refund windows (30/7 days) for subscriptions.
If you are in Singapore, local consumer laws and protections may differ from EU or UK rules; verify local remedies before relying on international guarantees.
Practical steps for Singapore residents
- For web purchases, request refunds promptly (within the disclosed JetBrains windows) and keep evidence of purchase and cancellation.
- For App Store/Google Play purchases, use the store's refund processes and keep records of interactions with Apple/Google.
- Refer to JetBrains Terms for defect remedies (e.g., 24 months for remediation in JetBrains' terms) and contact JetBrains support when necessary: JetBrains Terms of Purchase.
Customer experiences
Positive feedback
- Users value free community editions (for example PyCharm Community) and student promotions.
- Long‑term users praise the IDEs' robustness, navigation features and ecosystem support for development workflows.
Negative feedback
- Complaints include product instability (slow indexing, UI regressions) and occasional breaking changes.
- Users report concerns about AI feature limits, paid credits, and varying support responsiveness; some describe slow or unresolved support tickets.
Documentation checklist
Before you request cancellation or refund
- Order number or invoice ID from the JetBrains web store or store receipt from Apple/Google.
- The email address used to purchase and the JetBrains Account username (if applicable).
- Subscription or license key details and the purchase date.
Proof to include for a stronger case
- Screenshots of billing, payment receipts, and the subscription page in your JetBrains Account.
- Correspondence with support, and a short explanation of the reason for cancellation or refund request.
Common mistakes
Cancelling in the wrong place
Users often try to cancel App Store or Google Play subscriptions from the JetBrains Account - these must be cancelled in the store itself.
Always verify the original purchase channel before requesting cancellation or refund.
Assuming automatic refunds or immediate access loss
Expecting an automatic refund after cancellation is a common mistake; refunds depend on the purchase channel and JetBrains' policies.
Also note that cancelling a subscription usually leaves access until the billing period ends; it does not always terminate access immediately.
Comparative recap
At‑a‑glance comparison
| Purchase channel | How to cancel | Refund window | Period |
| App Store | Cancel via Apple subscription settings; JetBrains cannot cancel. | Request refunds via Apple; JetBrains does not process these. | - |
| Google Play | Cancel via Google Play subscriptions in your Google account; JetBrains cannot cancel. | Request refunds via Google Play; JetBrains does not process these. | - |
| Web‑purchased (JetBrains site) personal subscription | Cancel in JetBrains Account under Subscriptions/Licenses; access until period end. | 14‑day withdrawal (individuals); JetBrains reviews annual within 30 days, monthly within 7 days (discretionary). | Annual / Monthly |
Key takeaway
Cancellation method and refund eligibility depend primarily on where you bought the subscription.
For web purchases, use your JetBrains Account; for store purchases, use the corresponding app store processes.
After cancelling
Practical next steps
- Confirm cancellation emails or messages and save them with your purchase records.
- Monitor your payment method for any unexpected renewals and contact your bank if necessary.
Help and official resources
Address
Official address on record
Quayside House, Basin Rd S, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN41 1WF
Use this address for formal postal correspondence if required; for account issues prefer the online support channels listed above.