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I hereby notify you of my decision to terminate the contract relating to the Namecheap service.
This notification constitutes a firm, clear and unequivocal intention to cancel the contract, effective at the earliest possible date or in accordance with the applicable contractual period.
Please take all necessary measures to:
– cease all billing from the effective date of cancellation;
– confirm in writing the proper processing of this request;
– and, if applicable, send me the final statement or balance confirmation.
This cancellation is addressed to you by certified e-mail. The sending, timestamping and content integrity are established, making it a probative document meeting electronic proof requirements. You therefore have all the necessary elements to proceed with regular processing of this cancellation, in accordance with applicable principles regarding written notification and contractual freedom.
In accordance with personal data protection rules, I also request:
– deletion of all my data not necessary for your legal or accounting obligations;
– closure of any associated personal account;
– and confirmation of actual data deletion according to applicable privacy rights.
I retain a complete copy of this notification as well as proof of sending.
Important warning regarding service limitations
In the interest of transparency and prevention, it is essential to recall the inherent limitations of any dematerialized sending service, even when timestamped, tracked and certified. Guarantees relate to sending and technical proof, but never to the recipient's behavior, diligence or decisions.
Please note, Postclic cannot:
- guarantee that the recipient receives, opens or becomes aware of your e-mail.
- guarantee that the recipient processes, accepts or executes your request.
- guarantee the accuracy or completeness of content written by the user.
- guarantee the validity of an incorrect or outdated address.
- prevent the recipient from contesting the legal scope of the mail.
Cancellation Namecheap: Easy Method
What is Namecheap
Overview
Namecheap is an online registrar and hosting company that sells domain names, web hosting, SSL certificates, private email, VPNs and other internet services.
It operates subscription services with company terms that define cancellation and refund rules for different product categories.
Scope of services
Services include domain registration, shared and VPS hosting, managed apps via an Apps Marketplace, SSL and email hosting.
Refund and cancellation conditions vary by product type and are set out in Namecheap’s Terms and Refund Policy.
How to cancel Namecheap
Cancel apps bought in Apps Marketplace
- Request cancellation within 24 hours of purchase or renewal to be eligible for a refund where allowed.
- Open a support ticket or use the Apps Marketplace cancellation option in your account; link to the Apps TOS for details.
- No refund guarantee after 24 hours; immediate one-time services and missed trial cancellations are typically non-refundable.
Cancel hosting and other subscriptions
- Create a helpdesk ticket under “Billing Issues” in your Namecheap account to request cancellation.
- Submit the cancellation at least three working days before the renewal date to qualify for termination processing and possible refunds.
- Terminations for user default (breach of terms) generally do not qualify for refunds; follow Host TOS for specifics.
What happens when you cancel
Service access and termination
After you request cancellation, active services may continue until the end of the paid period unless Namecheap immediately terminates access for specific reasons.
If Namecheap terminates for breach, access can end immediately and refunds are unlikely.
Data, domains and renewals
Canceling a hosting plan does not automatically delete your domains; domains are separate products and follow their own renewal rules.
Always back up site data and email before cancelling because Namecheap may remove hosting data after termination.
Will I get a refund?
Standard refund windows
- First-time accounts for Shared Hosting, Stellar (and variants), Reseller, Nebula, Galaxy Expert, Universe Pro, and VPS Pulsar/Quasar/Magnetar: 30-day money-back if cancelled within 30 days of purchase.
- Renewals: refunds may be considered if cancelled within 48 hours of renewal, at Namecheap’s sole discretion.
- Apps Marketplace: refund eligibility only if requested within 24 hours of purchase/renewal; check Apps TOS.
Exceptions and non-refundable items
- Fees for dedicated IPs, SSL certificates, domain registration fees, renewals, and many add-on or third‑party products are generally non-refundable.
- Private email new services may be refundable within 7 days for valid reasons in specific cases; otherwise email and SSL fees are usually non-refundable.
- See Namecheap’s Refund Policy for full details: Refund Policy.
Namecheap plans and pricing
Example pricing
| Plan | Price (USD) | Period | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| .com domain (first-year discount) | $6.99 | Annual | Discounted first-year .com registration (USD quoted) |
Local currency note
Namecheap lists prices in USD; there is no official ZAR pricing in the verified sources provided.
Local estimates for a .com domain typically fall in the R220 - R320 per year range when converted from USD, depending on payment fees and exchange rates.
Your consumer rights in South Africa
Legal framework
South African consumers are protected by the Consumer Protection Act (CPA), which may provide cooling-off rights for some purchases.
How the CPA applies to international digital services is not always clear and can depend on transaction circumstances.
Practical recourse
- Namecheap’s terms explicitly limit refunds to specific windows (30-day first-time hosting, 7-day email in certain cases, 48-hour renewal discretion); outside these, refunds are unlikely.
- If you believe the CPA applies, you can seek advice from local consumer protection bodies or legal counsel, but outcomes against international providers can be limited.
Customer experiences
Positive feedback
Many reviews praise Namecheap for easy and fast domain registration and helpful support for domain and SSL setup.
Positive TrustPilot comments highlight smooth domain processes and professional support responses: TrustPilot: Namecheap.
Negative feedback
Negative reports include account suspensions without clear notice, slow or generic support replies, and difficulties obtaining refunds in some cases.
Some reviewers report problems with product-specific support (for example VPN or email) and challenges in resolving billing disputes.
Documentation checklist
What to prepare
- Account username, registered email and order/invoice number for the service you want to cancel.
- Payment proof (receipt, bank/ card statement) and date of purchase or renewal.
- Short explanation for the cancellation or refund request and any supporting screenshots or logs.
When to submit
- Submit Apps Marketplace refund requests within 24 hours of purchase or renewal.
- For hosting cancellations, submit a helpdesk ticket under “Billing Issues” at least three working days before renewal.
- For first-time hosting refunds, request within 30 days of the initial purchase to qualify for the money-back guarantee.
Common mistakes
Assuming automatic refunds
Customers often assume a general 14-day cooling-off right for digital services, but Namecheap does not offer a blanket 14-day refund policy.
Refunds are only available where Namecheap’s terms explicitly provide them (30-day first-time hosting, 48-hour renewal discretion, 24-hour apps window, etc.).
Missing cancellation deadlines
Waiting too close to renewal or missing the 24-hour / 48-hour windows commonly causes refund denial.
Also, failing to disable auto-renew or to open the correct “Billing Issues” ticket in time are frequent errors that complicate refunds.
Comparative recap
Quick summary table
| Service | Refund window | Ease of cancellation | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Namecheap | 30 days (first-time hosting); 24 hrs (apps); 48 hrs (renewal discretion) | Moderate - ticket via helpdesk required for billing cancellations | Many items (domains, SSL, add-ons) are non-refundable |
| Typical provider (industry) | Varies - some offer 14 - 30 day guarantees; many exclude domains/add-ons | Varies - often online cancellation, but refund windows differ | Always check product TOS and refund policy before purchase |
Decision pointers
- Check the specific product terms before purchase to know refund eligibility.
- For hosting, use the 30-day first-time guarantee if eligible and submit cancellations early.
After cancelling
Next steps
- Download and keep backups of site files, databases and email before access is removed.
- Confirm domain renewal status separately if you wish to retain or transfer the domain.
- Monitor your payment method for refund postings and keep ticket/communication records.
Useful links
- Namecheap Refund Policy
- Hosting Terms of Service
- Apps Marketplace Terms of Service
- Customer reviews on TrustPilot
Address
Postal address
Namecheap.com, 4600 East Washington Street, Suite 300, Phoenix, AZ 85034, USA.
Support channels
Open a helpdesk ticket in your Namecheap account for billing or cancellation requests and choose “Billing Issues” when relevant.
Keep all correspondence and order numbers to support any refund or dispute process.