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Non-Cancelable and Non-Refundable Charges

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What it is

Subscription charges are non-cancelable and non-refundable for the full Initial Subscription Term or current Renewal Term unless Zoom agrees otherwise, applicable law requires a refund, or the Order Form specifies different terms.

This analysis describes what Zoom'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 users who cancel mid-term generally remain financially obligated for the full subscription period charges, and that Zoom retains payments unless a legal exception applies. The agreement includes a limited cooling-off period provision in Section 12.9 for jurisdictions where applicable law provides withdrawal rights.

Clause Stability Stable

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Changes
4
Months Monitored
Jul 9, 2026
First Seen
Jul 9, 2026
Last Seen

Change history

added Jul 18, 2026

This new provision locks users into non-refundable payments for entire subscription periods, eliminating mid-term cancellation with refund rights.

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Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Under these terms, subscription payments cannot be canceled or refunded mid-term unless Zoom agrees, applicable law requires it, or the Order Form specifies otherwise. The agreement does acknowledge cooling-off or withdrawal rights in Section 12.9 where applicable law provides them, but states that if services begin before the withdrawal period ends or the user does not cancel in time, termination rights under that section are lost.

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
    Within 30 days
    Send written notice of termination to renewals@zoom.us or use the billing portal at least 30 calendar days before the next Renewal Term commencement date. Confirm the notice is received and documented. Review your Order Form for any service-specific termination procedures.

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You agree that all payments are non-cancelable for the Initial Subscription Term or the then-current Renewal Term, as applicable, and are final and non-refundable, unless otherwise agreed to by Zoom, required by Law, or set forth in your Order Form.

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  • 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
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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
Zoom Terms of Service
Entity
Zoom
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
July 9, 2026
Last verified
July 9, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-014433
Document ID
CA-D-00189
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
3385024743a75574626b51f881a9738c05304ab376fceea966cffae9ca98a626
Analysis generated
July 9, 2026 05:33 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
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Citation Record
Entity: Zoom
Document: Zoom Terms of Service
Record ID: CA-P-014433
Captured: 2026-07-09 05:33:17 UTC
SHA-256: 3385024743a75574…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/zoom/zoom-terms-of-service/provision/CA-P-014433/non-cancelable-and-non-refundable-charges/
Accessed: Sept. 8, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Zoom's Non-Cancelable and Non-Refundable Charges clause do?

This provision establishes that users who cancel mid-term generally remain financially obligated for the full subscription period charges, and that Zoom retains payments unless a legal exception applies. The agreement includes a limited cooling-off period provision in Section 12.9 for jurisdictions where applicable law provides withdrawal rights.

How does this clause affect you?

Under these terms, subscription payments cannot be canceled or refunded mid-term unless Zoom agrees, applicable law requires it, or the Order Form specifies otherwise. The agreement does acknowledge cooling-off or withdrawal rights in Section 12.9 where applicable law provides them, but states that if services begin before the withdrawal period ends or the user does not cancel in time, termination …

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