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No-Refund Policy on Monthly Paid Marketing Plans

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What it is

Monthly Paid Marketing Plan fees are non-refundable under the agreement, with any refund, discount, or credit available only at Mailchimp's sole discretion.

This analysis describes what Mailchimp'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

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Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

This provision establishes that monthly plan fees are non-refundable regardless of the circumstances under which the account is closed or service is terminated, including situations where Mailchimp initiates termination.

Interpretive note: Applicable consumer protection law in certain jurisdictions, including California and EU member states, may establish statutory refund or cancellation rights that limit the practical effect of a contractual no-refund clause.

Clause Stability Stable

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Jul 9, 2026
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Jul 9, 2026
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Consumer impact (what this means for users)

The agreement states that Members on monthly Paid Marketing Plans are not entitled to refunds under any circumstance, and any exception is subject to Mailchimp's sole discretion. Annual plans include a stated 60-day money-back guarantee as the primary documented refund mechanism.

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
    Navigate to Settings in the Account and Billing area of your Mailchimp account to pause your monthly subscription or delete your account. Cancellation of monthly plans takes effect immediately; no prorated refund will be issued for the current billing period.

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You won't be entitled to a refund or credit from us under any circumstance on monthly Paid Marketing Plans. However, we may, at our sole discretion, offer a refund, discount or credit. We offer

Excerpt from Mailchimp's Standard Terms of Use

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    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
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  • 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
Mailchimp Standard Terms of Use
Entity
Mailchimp
Document last updated
May 20, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
May 20, 2026
Last verified
July 9, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-015256
Document ID
CA-D-00887
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
9882db0300b1b7b43fc98d9489eafa1bcccf771f91b984a0245e8a3c5aeaba7c
Analysis generated
May 20, 2026 13:43 UTC
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Evidence
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Citation Record
Entity: Mailchimp
Document: Mailchimp Standard Terms of Use
Record ID: CA-P-015256
Captured: 2026-05-20 13:43:23 UTC
SHA-256: 9882db0300b1b7b4…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/mailchimp/mailchimp-standard-terms-of-use/provision/CA-P-015256/no-refund-policy-on-monthly-paid-marketing-plans/
Accessed: Aug. 25, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Mailchimp's No-Refund Policy on Monthly Paid Marketing Plans clause do?

This provision establishes that monthly plan fees are non-refundable regardless of the circumstances under which the account is closed or service is terminated, including situations where Mailchimp initiates termination.

How does this clause affect you?

The agreement states that Members on monthly Paid Marketing Plans are not entitled to refunds under any circumstance, and any exception is subject to Mailchimp's sole discretion. Annual plans include a stated 60-day money-back guarantee as the primary documented refund mechanism.

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