What is Greenhouse
Overview
Greenhouse can refer to several different products: Greenhouse recruiting software, a streaming/service named Greenhouse, or physical greenhouse structures sold in South Africa.
This guide focuses on cancellation and consumer rights in South Africa and explains the practical steps for each common form of "Greenhouse".
Which Greenhouse this guide covers
Primary references used are Greenhouse Software's User Agreement and publicly available advice about cancelling similarly named streaming services.
Where relevant this guide also lists local supplier pricing for physical greenhouse structures as published in public listings.
How to cancel Greenhouse
Cancel Greenhouse (recruiting software)
- Sign in to your Greenhouse account and follow the account closure process, or close the account and stop using the Services as described in the Greenhouse Software User Agreement.
- Refer to the official User Agreement for the contractual route: Greenhouse User Agreement.
Cancel Greenhouse (streaming/service)
- Open the account or subscription settings for the streaming service named Greenhouse.
- Use the subscription or billing controls to cancel; if unclear, contact the service's support team for guidance and confirmation.
- For general advice on cancelling such a service see: How to cancel Greenhouse (postclic).
Cancel a purchase of a physical greenhouse (South Africa)
- Contact the supplier or seller directly using the contact details on your invoice or contract.
- Request written confirmation of cancellation, delivery/installation arrangements, and any refund or deposit conditions.
What happens when you cancel
Access and service termination
When you close a Greenhouse Software account or stop using the Services, your access will end as per the provider's terms and any data retention policy they operate.
For streaming subscriptions, access usually continues until the end of the current paid period unless the provider states otherwise.
Data and exports
Export any required data (candidates, reports, media) before closing an account - providers often restrict access after termination.
Check the provider's documentation or support to learn export formats and retention periods.
Will I get a refund?
Refund policy - Greenhouse Software
Greenhouse Software's User Agreement permits account termination but does not explicitly promise refunds or a 14‑day money‑back right.
Therefore refunds are not guaranteed by the published agreement; raise refund requests with Greenhouse support if you believe you are entitled to one.
Refund policy - streaming Greenhouse and exceptions
- For the streaming service named Greenhouse, cancellation is via account settings; public sources do not specify standard refund terms.
- Contact the service's support to ask about refunds, pro‑rata credits, or exceptional reversals.
Legal exception under South African law
The Electronic Communications and Transactions Act (ECTA) provides a 7‑day cooling‑off period for certain online services with a full refund due within 30 days, though digital products may be excluded.
This means you may have a limited statutory right to cancel some online service agreements, but outcomes depend on the service type and provider terms.
Greenhouse plans and pricing
Pricing summary (physical greenhouse structures)
| Plan | Price (ZAR) | Period | Features |
| Large installed greenhouse (50m × 9m) | R50 000 + R10/km | One-time | Galvanized steel frame, installed, plus travel cost per km |
| Easy Gro Greenhouse | R12 900 | One-time | Basic greenhouse model |
| Grand Gro Greenhouse (3.6 m) | R24 900 | One-time | Mid-size greenhouse model |
| Grand Gro Greenhouse (6.5 m) | R39 800 | One-time | Larger greenhouse model |
| Grand Gro Greenhouse (9.3 m) | R54 700 | One-time | Even larger greenhouse model |
| Luxe Gro Greenhouse | R57 900 | One-time | Premium greenhouse model |
| Single‑span tunnel (KZN) | R10 000 - R30 000 | One-time | Tunnel greenhouse, single‑span |
| Multi‑span tunnel (KZN) | R50 000 - R100 000 | One-time | Tunneled greenhouse, multi‑span |
| High tunnel greenhouse (KZN) | R200 000+ | One-time | Larger, high tunnel greenhouse |
Pricing note - recruiting software
No public ZAR pricing was found for Greenhouse recruiting software; pricing is customised and requires a demo/request from Greenhouse.
For contractual or subscription pricing details consult Greenhouse directly via their official agreement or sales channels: Greenhouse User Agreement.
Your consumer rights in South Africa
ECTA cooling‑off rights
Under the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act (sec 44), you may cancel certain online service agreements within 7 days and receive a full refund within 30 days.
Digital products and some services may be excluded, so confirm applicability for the product you purchased.
Consumer Protection Act (CPA) - goods
The CPA gives a 6‑month implied warranty for defective goods, entitling consumers to a refund, repair, or replacement where items are defective or not of acceptable quality.
This implied warranty generally applies to physical greenhouse structures but does not extend to subscriptions for digital services.
Practical steps to assert rights
- Keep purchase records, invoices, emails and screenshots of account settings.
- Send written cancellation/refund requests and keep proof of delivery.
- If unresolved, consider lodging complaints with the provider, your bank (chargeback), or the National Consumer Commission.
Customer experiences
Positive feedback
Users on GetApp (South Africa) and G2 report Greenhouse is user‑friendly, with intuitive workflows and good implementation support.
Positive comments highlight reliable performance and responsive customer service in many cases.
Negative feedback
Some users report slow or "laggy" performance, limited customization, and occasional difficulty with back‑end configuration.
Other complaints include pricing concerns for smaller teams and limitations in reporting or data export functions.
Where these reviews come from
Documentation checklist
Before you cancel
- Account username/email used for the Greenhouse service.
- Invoice or transaction ID for the subscription or purchase.
- Copies/screenshots of any cancellation option or confirmation screens.
If you request a refund or dispute
- Written cancellation request (email or portal message) and delivery/read receipts.
- Bank statements or payment receipts showing the charge.
- Any correspondence with support, including ticket numbers.
Common mistakes
Assuming a standard refund policy applies
Many consumers assume a 14‑day money‑back guarantee applies automatically to digital subscriptions; Greenhouse Software's agreement does not promise such a right.
Always check the provider's agreement and local law before relying on presumed refunds.
Failing to export data before closure
Users sometimes close accounts without exporting critical data (candidates, reports, media), then lose access permanently.
Export or request data retention details from the provider before cancelling.
Not keeping written records
Verbal confirmations are difficult to enforce. Not saving emails, screenshots, or ticket numbers weakens dispute positions.
Always obtain written confirmations of cancellations and refunds.
Comparative recap
Side‑by‑side summary
| Type | Cancellation method | Refund likelihood | Pricing visibility |
| Greenhouse (recruiting software) | Close account / stop using Services (see User Agreement) | Not explicitly guaranteed by User Agreement; request via support | Custom pricing - contact Greenhouse for a demo/pricing |
| Greenhouse (streaming/service) | Cancel via account/subscription settings; contact support for help | Not publicly specified; contact provider for details | Subscription pricing typically visible in account settings |
| Physical greenhouse structures | Cancel/return per supplier contract; contact seller directly | Depends on seller terms and CPA for defective goods | One‑time prices publicly listed (examples shown above) |
After cancelling
Follow-up actions
- Confirm cancellation in writing and save the provider's confirmation.
- Monitor bank or card statements for any residual charges and request reversals if needed.
Useful official links
Address
Registered address (as provided)
UNIT 22, Oaklane Office Park, Grippen Road, Bartlett, Gauteng, 1459, South Africa
Notes about contacting
If you need to send formal written notices regarding a local entity or show affiliation, use the postal address above and keep proof of delivery.
For software or international services, prefer official support channels and online account management rather than postal notices when possible.