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Non-Refundable Payments Policy

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What it is

The agreement states that payments for 23andMe services are non-refundable and no credits are issued for partially used services, except as required by applicable law. Users are directed to a separate Return and Refund Policy for additional detail.

This analysis describes what 23andMe's agreement states, permits, or reserves. It does not constitute a legal determination about enforceability. Regulatory applicability and practical outcomes may vary by jurisdiction, enforcement context, and individual circumstances. Read our methodology

ConductAtlas Analysis

Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

This provision establishes the default payment finality rule for 23andMe services. The carve-out for applicable law preserves statutory refund rights in jurisdictions that require them, but the base terms do not affirmatively grant discretionary refunds for most service categories.

Clause Stability Stable

0
Changes
5
Months Monitored
Jul 9, 2026
First Seen
Jul 9, 2026
Last Seen

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Under this clause, payments made for 23andMe services are generally non-refundable, and partial use of a service does not generate a credit or refund entitlement under the terms. Applicable law in certain jurisdictions may independently require refund rights that supersede this provision.

What you can do

⚠️ These actions may provide transparency or partial mitigation but may not fully address the underlying issue. Effectiveness varies by jurisdiction and individual circumstances.
  • Dispute a Fee
    Review the Return and Refund Policy linked in the terms. If your sample has failed processing twice, contact 23andMe customer support through your account to request the refund authorized under the failed sample policy.

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▸ View Original Clause Language DOCUMENT RECORD
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No Refunds. Except as may be required by applicable law, payments are non-refundable and there are no refunds or credits for partially used services. Please refer to 23andMe's Return and Refund Policy.

Excerpt from 23andMe's Terms of Service

ConductAtlas Analysis

Institutional analysis (regulatory & governance intelligence)

(1) REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: State consumer protection statutes in California and other jurisdictions may impose refund or cancellation rights that limit the enforceability of a blanket no-refund policy, particularly for subscription services or services that are …

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Applicable agencies

  • Federal Trade Commission (ftc)
    Oversees unfair or deceptive business practices and can investigate companies that mislead consumers about data collection, sharing, or use.
    Who can file: Anyone affected by the company's practices (US or international)
    What you need: Your account details, a timeline of relevant events, and a description of the specific issue
    What to expect: Complaints inform FTC enforcement priorities and investigations but do not result in individual resolution or compensation
    File a complaint →
  • State Attorney General
    State AGs in California, New York, Texas, and other states can investigate violations of state consumer protection and privacy laws, including CCPA (California), SHIELD Act (New York), and equivalents.
    Who can file: Residents of states with comprehensive privacy laws — primarily California, Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, and Utah
    What you need: Evidence of the violation, explanation of how your state rights were affected, and your account or contact information with the company
    What to expect: Outcomes vary by state. May result in investigation, enforcement action, or requirement for the company to change practices. No direct individual compensation in most cases.

    Search "[your state] attorney general consumer complaint" to find your state's direct complaint form

Provision details

Document information
Document
23andMe Terms of Service
Entity
23andMe
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
May 11, 2026
Last verified
July 9, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-016448
Document ID
CA-D-00147
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
bddb92bc01773d87e5f6157d525fe0a08abb0e48becacc33725f316880d9f25e
Analysis generated
May 11, 2026 23:34 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: 23andMe
Document: 23andMe Terms of Service
Record ID: CA-P-016448
Captured: 2026-05-11 23:34:45 UTC
SHA-256: bddb92bc01773d87…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/23andme/23andme-terms-of-service/provision/CA-P-016448/non-refundable-payments-policy/
Accessed: Sept. 8, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
Classification
Severity
Medium
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 23andMe's Non-Refundable Payments Policy clause do?

This provision establishes the default payment finality rule for 23andMe services. The carve-out for applicable law preserves statutory refund rights in jurisdictions that require them, but the base terms do not affirmatively grant discretionary refunds for most service categories.

How does this clause affect you?

Under this clause, payments made for 23andMe services are generally non-refundable, and partial use of a service does not generate a credit or refund entitlement under the terms. Applicable law in certain jurisdictions may independently require refund rights that supersede this provision.

Is ConductAtlas affiliated with 23andMe?

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