What is Maxon
Overview
Maxon is a software company that develops professional 3D content creation tools such as Cinema 4D and Redshift.
The company distributes subscription services and perpetual licences for artists, studios and educational users worldwide.
How Maxon is sold
Maxon products are available directly from Maxon's web shop, via app stores, and through local resellers or distributors in some regions.
Subscription billing is typically auto-renewed unless you cancel it before the renewal date.
How to cancel Maxon
Canceling subscriptions bought on Maxon web shop
- Log in to your account at my.maxon.net.
- Go to "Subscriptions" and click the link next to your subscription status to cancel auto-renewal.
- Make sure you cancel at least 3 days before the end of a monthly subscription or 10 days before the end of an annual subscription.
- Reference: How can I cancel or renew my subscriptions?
Canceling via app stores and resellers
- If you purchased through the Apple App Store or Google Play, manage and cancel the subscription through your App Store / Google Play account settings.
- If you purchased from a local reseller in South Africa, contact that reseller for cancellation and refund options according to their terms.
- Maxon’s help pages imply standard app-store procedures apply; check the store’s subscription management interface for precise steps.
What happens when you cancel
Access and termination
Cancelling stops auto-renewal but does not immediately remove access to time you have already paid for.
You retain full access until the paid subscription period expires unless a refund is issued that terminates the subscription immediately.
Data and account effects
Your Maxon account, downloads and any locally saved project files remain accessible subject to licence expiry rules.
After expiry you may lose access to paid features; keep backups of your projects and licence details.
Will I get a refund?
Standard refund policy
Maxon allows refunds on new annual subscription purchases if requested within 14 days of purchase.
See Maxon’s Returns & Cancellations policy for the full wording: Returns and cancellations.
Exceptions and renewal refunds
- Monthly subscriptions, renewals, student/teacher purchases, upgrades, bundle products, and purchases made in China are generally not eligible for a refund.
- Renewal refunds may be possible if a support ticket is filed before the renewal expiry: within 3 days for monthly renewals and within 10 days for annual renewals.
- Refunds for eligible purchases are processed via MyMaxon → Order History → Request Refund; funds typically return in 5 - 7 days and the subscription terminates immediately on refund completion.
Maxon plans and pricing
Perpetual licence listings (local retailers)
Official ZAR subscription pricing for Maxon subscription products was not found; the following are perpetual licence listings from third-party South African retailers.
Verify current prices with the retailer before purchase.
| Plan | Price | 期間 | Features |
| Cinema 4D Studio R25 (perpetual license) | R850.00 | One-time purchase (lifetime) | Perpetual license for Cinema 4D Studio R25 on MacOS (lifetime) |
| Cinema 4D Studio R26.013 (perpetual) | R200.00 | One-time purchase (lifetime) | Perpetual license for Cinema 4D Studio R26.013 |
Notes on subscription pricing
No official ZAR subscription pricing for Maxon One or Cinema 4D subscriptions was located in the verified sources.
Contact Maxon or your local reseller for current subscription pricing and local sales offers.
Your consumer rights in South Africa
Cooling-off and direct-marketing rules
South African consumer law provides a cooling-off period for direct-marketing contracts of at least 5 business days in which consumers may cancel.
If a contract is cancelled under cooling-off rules, a refund is typically due within 15 days of cancellation.
Defective goods and digital services
Consumers may return defective or unsafe goods within a reasonable period for a full refund under South African law.
If Maxon’s digital service falls under distance-selling or direct-marketing rules, local law may provide additional cancellation rights beyond the vendor’s stated policy.
Reference: South African consumer rights.
Customer experiences
Positive feedback
Some users praise Maxon’s software capabilities, including scripting, modeling and rendering strengths.
Individual support interactions have been reported positively by some customers in reviews.
Negative feedback
Public reviews report issues such as licensing glitches, activation problems, billing disputes and concerns over support responsiveness.
Common complaint themes include unexpected billing, auto-renewal problems and occasional instability with license verification.
Sources include user review aggregators and review threads: Trustpilot and GetApp (Cinema 4D reviews).
Documentation checklist
What to gather before contacting support
- Account email address used for the Maxon purchase.
- Order number or invoice reference from MyMaxon or your retailer.
- Purchase date and payment method details.
- Screenshots of subscription status, billing transactions, or error messages.
When filing a refund or dispute
- Include a clear description of the issue and desired resolution (refund, cancellation confirmation, reinstatement).
- Attach proof of purchase and any correspondence with Maxon or the reseller.
Common mistakes
Missing cancellation windows
Customers often attempt cancellation too close to the renewal date and miss the required 3-day (monthly) or 10-day (annual) window.
Always check the subscription end date in MyMaxon and cancel with ample lead time.
Using the wrong purchase channel
Trying to cancel through Maxon when the purchase was made via the App Store or Google Play can cause confusion.
Always cancel subscriptions through the original store or reseller where you bought the subscription.
Comparative recap
Quick comparison
| Method | Cancellation window | Refund eligibility | 期間 |
| Maxon web shop (MyMaxon) | Cancel at least 3 days (monthly) / 10 days (annual) before end | Annual purchases: 14 days for new purchases; renewal exceptions may apply | Subscription |
| Apple App Store / Google Play | Manage via the store; store policies determine windows | Subject to App Store / Google Play refund policies | Subscription |
| Local reseller | Dependent on reseller terms | Dependent on reseller and local consumer law | One-time or subscription |
Takeaway
Cancel via the original purchase channel and gather documentation before contacting support.
For web-shop purchases use MyMaxon to cancel and request refunds where allowed.
After cancelling
Confirm cancellation and keep records
After cancelling, keep a copy (screenshot or email) of the cancellation confirmation and subscription end date.
If you requested a refund, track the Request Refund status in MyMaxon Order History.
Useful support links
Address
Local South African contact
DNH Tradeserve CC (local Maxon sales/distribution contact)
29 Cedar Road, Kyalami A.H., Midrand, Johannesburg, 1684, South Africa
Need further help
If you cannot resolve the issue with Maxon or your reseller, keep documentation and consider seeking advice from South African consumer protection resources.