Bait and switch on Apple apps

bait and switch on Apple apps

how does Apple justify not giving a refund an app that offers a free trial if you immediately cancel that app before the free trial is up?

iPhone 14 Pro, iOS 26

Posted on Jan 22, 2026 1:02 PM

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Posted on Jan 22, 2026 2:53 PM

Did you cancel more than 24 hours in advance?


Review the information in this support article by clicking on the link to learn how to cancel a subscription from Apple. ➔ If you want to cancel a subscription from Apple - Apple Support


• "If you signed up [which involves very intentional steps by you or a user of your device, accompanied by warnings along the way] for a free or discounted trial subscription and you don't want to renew it, cancel it at least 24 hours before the trial ends."



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Jan 22, 2026 2:53 PM in response to Hymie66

Did you cancel more than 24 hours in advance?


Review the information in this support article by clicking on the link to learn how to cancel a subscription from Apple. ➔ If you want to cancel a subscription from Apple - Apple Support


• "If you signed up [which involves very intentional steps by you or a user of your device, accompanied by warnings along the way] for a free or discounted trial subscription and you don't want to renew it, cancel it at least 24 hours before the trial ends."



Bait and switch on Apple apps

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