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Auto-Renewal Subscription Clause

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What it is

Paid subscriptions on Bumble automatically renew at the end of each term at the then-current price for that service, unless the user cancels before the renewal date in accordance with the cancellation procedure in Section 6.

This analysis describes what Bumble'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 automatic renewal at then-current pricing, meaning the fee at renewal may differ from the original subscription price. The obligation to cancel in accordance with Section 6 places the procedural burden on the user to take affirmative action before the renewal date.

Recent Activity

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Medium Jun 18, 2026

The updated terms reframe BeePitched from a collaborative pitch-sharing feature to a standalone content generation and distribution tool under user control. Users are now solely responsible for obtaining permissions, ensuring content legality, and distributing completed pitches themselves. Bumble clarifies it does not host or distribute pitches after generation and retains content only briefly (24 hours post-download, 7 days if not completed) for moderation purposes. Bumble reserves the right to review, refuse to generate, remove, or restrict access to any content that violates the terms or community guidelines, and may suspend access to the feature if misuse is identified.

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Medium May 19, 2026

The updated terms state that Bumble's license to use your uploaded content is now limited to distribution to other app users when they are using the app, rather than the previously stated right to make content available to the general public. This represents a narrowing of the company's stated rights over user content. Additionally, the terms now explicitly disclose five scenarios in which Bumble may request account verification: to prevent fake accounts and fraud, to confirm age compliance in certain jurisdictions, to detect unusual account access, to prevent payment fraud, and to enforce community guidelines. The terms also clarify that uninstalling the app does not delete your account, and you must manually follow account deletion steps to permanently remove it.

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Clause Stability Stable

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5
Months Monitored
May 21, 2026
First Seen
May 22, 2026
Last Seen
This clause type exists across 2197 other provisions on other platforms.

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

The agreement states that subscriptions renew automatically for the same duration at Bumble's then-current fee, which may differ from the original subscription price. Users are required to cancel in accordance with Section 6 before the renewal date to avoid being charged for an additional term.

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.
  • Cancel Subscription
    To cancel your subscription, access Settings in the Bumble app and follow the cancellation procedure described in Section 6 of the Terms. California subscribers who subscribed via Apple ID must request refunds through Apple Support at https://getsupport.apple.com within three business days of subscribing.

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▸ View Original Clause Language DOCUMENT RECORD
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Please be aware that if you subscribe to services for a term (the "Initial Term"), then the terms of your subscription will be automatically renewed for additional periods of the same duration as the Initial Term at Bumble's then-current fee for such services, unless you cancel your subscription in accordance with Section 6 below.

Excerpt from Bumble's Terms and Conditions

ConductAtlas Analysis

Institutional analysis (regulatory & governance intelligence)

REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: California's automatic renewal law (Business and Professions Code Section 17600 et seq.) requires clear and conspicuous disclosure of automatic renewal terms, affirmative consent, and a simple cancellation mechanism.

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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
Bumble Terms and Conditions
Entity
Bumble
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
May 21, 2026
Last verified
May 21, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-012953
Document ID
CA-D-00225
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
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Content hash (SHA-256)
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Analysis generated
May 21, 2026 03:22 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
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Entity: Bumble
Document: Bumble Terms and Conditions
Record ID: CA-P-012953
Captured: 2026-05-21 03:22:18 UTC
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URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/bumble/bumble-terms-and-conditions/provision/CA-P-012953/auto-renewal-subscription-clause/
Accessed: Sept. 8, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Bumble's Auto-Renewal Subscription Clause clause do?

This provision establishes automatic renewal at then-current pricing, meaning the fee at renewal may differ from the original subscription price. The obligation to cancel in accordance with Section 6 places the procedural burden on the user to take affirmative action before the renewal date.

How does this clause affect you?

The agreement states that subscriptions renew automatically for the same duration at Bumble's then-current fee, which may differ from the original subscription price. Users are required to cancel in accordance with Section 6 before the renewal date to avoid being charged for an additional term.

How many platforms have this type of clause?

ConductAtlas has identified this type of provision across 230 platforms. See the full comparison.

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