<div class='max-w-screen-xl p-4 md:p-0 mx-auto'><img src='https://cancelmates.com/worried-person.webp' alt='A worried person looking at their bank statement on a laptop with logos of popular Indian subscription services floating around.' class='w-full h-auto rounded-lg shadow-md mb-12'><div class='mb-12 overflow-x-auto'><h2 class='text-2xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-4'>The Most Forgotten Subscriptions at a Glance</h2><table class='min-w-full border border-gray-300 text-left'><thead><tr class='bg-gray-100'><th class='border px-4 py-2'>Subscription Type</th><th class='border px-4 py-2'>Common Cost (Approx.)</th><th class='border px-4 py-2'>Why You Forget</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td class='border px-4 py-2'>Streaming (Netflix, Hotstar)</td><td class='border px-4 py-2'>₹149 - ₹649 / mo</td><td class='border px-4 py-2'>'Set and forget' after one show.</td></tr><tr><td class='border px-4 py-2'>Amazon Prime</td><td class='border px-4 py-2'>₹1499 / yr</td><td class='border px-4 py-2'>Yearly renewal is easy to miss.</td></tr><tr><td class='border px-4 py-2'>Music (Spotify, Gaana)</td><td class='border px-4 py-2'>₹99 - ₹129 / mo</td><td class='border px-4 py-2'>Subscribed to multiple to test them.</td></tr><tr><td class='border px-4 py-2'>Gym Memberships</td><td class='border px-4 py-2'>₹1500 - ₹3000 / mo</td><td class='border px-4 py-2'>High-friction cancellation process.</td></tr><tr><td class='border px-4 py-2'>Cloud Storage (Google One)</td><td class='border px-4 py-2'>₹130 - ₹650 / mo</td><td class='border px-4 py-2'>Low-cost, 'invisible' background charge.</td></tr><tr><td class='border px-4 py-2'>Indian OTTs (Zee5, SonyLIV)</td><td class='border px-4 py-2'>₹299 - ₹999 / yr</td><td class='border px-4 py-2'>Subscribed for a single movie or series.</td></tr><tr><td class='border px-4 py-2'>Online Courses</td><td class='border px-4 py-2'>₹500 - ₹2000 / mo</td><td class='border px-4 py-2'>Lost interest but auto-renewal continues.</td></tr><tr><td class='border px-4 py-2'>VPN / Antivirus</td><td class='border px-4 py-2'>₹2000 - ₹4000 / yr</td><td class='border px-4 py-2'>Auto-renews at a higher, non-sale price.</td></tr><tr><td class='border px-4 py-2'>Credit Card 'Premium' Plans</td><td class='border px-4 py-2'>₹99 - ₹499 / mo</td><td class='border px-4 py-2'>Hidden fees or unclear add-ons.</td></tr><tr><td class='border px-4 py-2'>Food Delivery (Zomato Gold)</td><td class='border px-4 py-2'>₹999 / 3 mo</td><td class='border px-4 py-2'>Ordering habits change.</td></tr></tbody></table></div><section class='space-y-12'><article class="py-4"><h2 class='text-2xl sm:text-3xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-4'>1. Streaming Services (Netflix / Hotstar)</h2><p class='text-lg text-gray-700'><strong>The Trap:</strong> The classic 'set it and forget it. You might have upgraded to a premium plan for a big match or a movie premiere and never downgraded. Or maybe you subscribed for one specific show and forgot to cancel after it ended.</p><p class='text-lg text-gray-700 mt-2'><strong>CancelMates Tip:</strong> Add your streaming plans to our dashboard. We'll send you a reminder 3 days before your next billing date, giving you time to decide if you still need it. Our guides also provide a direct link to the cancellation page.</p><img src='https://cancelmates.com/backend/cancelmates-dashboard-showing-a-netflix-subscription.webp' alt='A screenshot of the CancelMates dashboard showing a Netflix subscription entry with its renewal date and cost.' class='w-full h-auto rounded-lg shadow-md mt-4' style="max-width:500px;"></article><article class="py-4"><h2 class='text-2xl sm:text-3xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-4' style="max-width:500px;">2. Amazon Prime</h2><p class='text-lg text-gray-700'><strong>The Trap:</strong> The yearly renewal is the biggest trap here. It's easy to forget about a payment that only happens once a year until ₹1499 suddenly disappears from your account. You might also have signed up just for a Prime Day sale and forgotten to turn off auto-renew.</p><p class='text-lg text-gray-700 mt-2'><strong>CancelMates Tip:</strong> Yearly plans are where CancelMates shines. Add your Prime renewal date, and we'll notify you well in advance so you can make a conscious choice to renew or cancel.</p><img src='https://cancelmates.com/backend/amazon-prime-logo-on-a-phone-screen.webp' alt='The Amazon Prime logo on a phone screen, representing the yearly renewal fee in India.' class='w-full h-auto rounded-lg shadow-md mt-4' style="max-width:500px;"></article><article class="py-4"><h2 class='text-2xl sm:text-3xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-4'>3. Music Streaming (Spotify, Gaana, JioSaavn)</h2><p class='text-lg text-gray-700'><strong>The Trap:</strong> Often, people try out multiple services to see which one has the better library, subscribe to both, and then forget to cancel the one they use less. These small monthly charges of ₹99-₹129 add up quickly.</p><p class='text-lg text-gray-700 mt-2'><strong>CancelMates Tip:</strong> See all your music apps side-by-side in your dashboard. You might discover you're paying for two or three services when you only need one.</p><img src='https://cancelmates.com/backend/logos-of-spotify-gaana-and-jiosaavn.webp' alt='Logos of Spotify, Gaana, and JioSaavn side by side, showing overlapping music subscriptions.' class='w-full h-auto rounded-lg shadow-md mt-4' style="max-width:500px;"></article><article class="py-4"><h2 class='text-2xl sm:text-3xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-4'>4. Gym Memberships</h2><p class='text-lg text-gray-700'><strong>The Trap:</strong> This is the most infamous forgotten subscription. You sign up with great intentions in January, but by March, life gets in the way. Because it's often a larger amount paid by auto-debit, people are hesitant to go through the hassle of cancelling.</p><p class='text-lg text-gray-700 mt-2'><strong>CancelMates Tip:</strong> Add your gym membership and its cost. Seeing that ₹2,000 monthly charge in your total spend overview is a powerful motivator to either get back to the gym or cancel the plan.</p><img src='https://cancelmates.com/backend/empty-treadmill-in-a-gym.webp' alt='An empty treadmill in a gym, representing a forgotten and unused gym membership in India.' class='w-full h-auto rounded-lg shadow-md mt-4' style="max-width:500px;"></article><article class="py-4"><h2 class='text-2xl sm:text-3xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-4'>5. Cloud Storage (Google One, iCloud)</h2><p class='text-lg text-gray-700'><strong>The Trap:</strong> You get a notification that your storage is full, you click 'upgrade' for a small monthly fee, and then you never think about it again. It's a low-cost, high-volume charge that quietly ticks away in the background.</p><p class='text-lg text-gray-700 mt-2'><strong>CancelMates Tip:</strong> Track this in the 'Utilities' category. It helps you remember what you're paying for and decide if you really need that extra 100GB.</p><img src='https://cancelmates.com/backend/logos-of-google-one-and-icloud-with-a-monthly-fee-icon.webp' alt='Logos of Google One and iCloud with a monthly fee icon, symbolizing recurring cloud storage costs.' class='w-full h-auto rounded-lg shadow-md mt-4' style="max-width:500px;"></article><article class="py-4"><h2 class='text-2xl sm:text-3xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-4'>6. Indian OTTs (Zee5 / SonyLIV)</h2><p class='text-lg text-gray-700'><strong>The Trap:</strong> Similar to Netflix, you often subscribe for a specific regional movie or a cricket series. With so many platforms, it's incredibly easy to lose track of which ones are active.</p><p class='text-lg text-gray-700 mt-2'><strong>CancelMates Tip:</strong> Our India-first platform makes it easy to add all local OTT services. Use categories to see exactly how much you're spending on 'Entertainment' each month.</p><img src='https://cancelmates.com/backend/collection-of-logos-for-Indian-ott-platforms.webp' alt='A collection of logos for Indian OTT platforms like Zee5, SonyLIV, and Voot.' class='w-full h-auto rounded-lg shadow-md mt-4' style="max-width:500px;"></article><article class="py-4"><h2 class='text-2xl sm:text-3xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-4'>7. Online Courses (Unacademy, Coursera)</h2><p class='text-lg text-gray-700'><strong>The Trap:</strong> You sign up for a course to learn a new skill, but either finish it early or lose interest. The subscription, however, continues until you actively cancel it.</p><p class='text-lg text-gray-700 mt-2'><strong>CancelMates Tip:</strong> Add the course with a specific end date. Get a reminder so you can cancel promptly and not pay for access you no longer need.</p><img src='https://cancelmates.com/backend/person-looking-bored-at-a-laptop.webp' alt='A person looking bored at a laptop with an online course from Unacademy or Coursera on screen.' class='w-full h-auto rounded-lg shadow-md mt-4' style="max-width:500px;"></article><article class="py-4"><h2 class='text-2xl sm:text-3xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-4'>8. VPNs or Antivirus Software</h2><p class='text-lg text-gray-700'><strong>The Trap:</strong> Like Amazon Prime, these are often yearly subscriptions bought during a sale. A year later, the service auto-renews at a much higher, non-discounted rate, catching you by surprise.</p><p class='text-lg text-gray-700 mt-2'><strong>CancelMates Tip:</strong> Avoid the 'renewal shock'. Track your software's yearly billing cycle in CancelMates to decide if you want to renew or look for another deal.</p><img src='https://cancelmates.com/backend/calender-with-forgotten-vpn.webp' alt='A calendar showing a VPN subscription renewing at a higher price after one year.' class='w-full h-auto rounded-lg shadow-md mt-4' style="max-width:500px;"></article><article class="py-4"><h2 class='text-2xl sm:text-3xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-4'>9. Credit Card 'Protection' or Premium Plans</h2><p class='text-lg text-gray-700'><strong>The Trap:</strong> These are often hidden fees or optional add-ons that you might have agreed to over the phone. They appear as small, cryptic charges on your statement that are easy to ignore.</p><p class='text-lg text-gray-700 mt-2'><strong>CancelMates Tip:</strong> Add any recurring credit card fees to your dashboard. It brings transparency to your statement and helps you question and cancel unnecessary charges.</p><img src='https://cancelmates.com/backend/magnifying-glass-on-credit-statement.webp' alt='A magnifying glass over a credit card statement highlighting a small, forgotten premium plan fee.' class='w-full h-auto rounded-lg shadow-md mt-4' style="max-width:500px;"></article><article class="py-4"><h2 class='text-2xl sm:text-3xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-4'>10. Food Delivery Subscriptions (Zomato Gold, Swiggy One)</h2><p class='text-lg text-gray-700'><strong>The Trap:</strong> You subscribe to get free delivery, but then your ordering habits change, or you start using a different service. The membership, however, keeps renewing.</p><p class='text-lg text-gray-700 mt-2'><strong>CancelMates Tip:</strong> Are you really getting value from your membership? By tracking the cost in CancelMates, you can better assess if the monthly fee is worth the benefits you're receiving.</p><img src='https://cancelmates.com/backend/zomato-gold-and-swiggy-one-logos-on-a-phone.webp' alt='Zomato Gold and Swiggy One logos on a phone, representing food delivery subscriptions.' class='w-full h-auto rounded-lg shadow-md mt-4' style="max-width:500px;"></article></section><div class='mt-4 p-6 bg-blue-50 border border-blue-200 rounded-lg text-center'><h2 class='text-2xl font-bold text-gray-900'>Take Back Control of Your Money</h2><p class='text-lg text-gray-700 my-3'>These silent charges are costing you more than you realize. The first step to saving money is knowing exactly where it's going. By seeing all your recurring payments in one place, you can make informed decisions and stop wasting money.</p><a href='https://cancelmates.com/auth/signup' class='inline-block text-blue-600 font-bold py-3 px-6 rounded-lg hover:bg-blue-700 transition-colors' >👉 Start Tracking for Free on CancelMates</a></div></div>

A detailed guide listing the most commonly forgotten recurring services in India and how CancelMates can help you track and cancel them before the next billing cycle.

Discover the top 10 subscriptions most people in India forget to cancel, from Netflix to Zomato Gold. Learn how much they cost and how to track them with CancelMates.

10 Subscriptions Indians Forget to Cancel | Stop Losing Money

Top 10 Subscriptions Indians Forget to Cancel (And Their Cost)

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        <h2 class='text-2xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-4'>First, Know Your Plan</h2>
        <p class="text-gray-600 mb-4">The price you save depends on your plan. Here are the current YouTube Premium prices in India:</p>
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                        <td class="px-6 py-4 whitespace-nowrap font-medium text-gray-900">Individual</td>
                        <td class="px-6 py-4 whitespace-nowrap text-gray-700">₹129</td>
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                        <td class="px-6 py-4 whitespace-nowrap font-medium text-gray-900">Family</td>
                        <td class="px-6 py-4 whitespace-nowrap text-gray-700">₹189</td>
                        <td class="px-6 py-4 whitespace-nowrap text-gray-700">Up to 5 family members</td>
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                        <td class="px-6 py-4 whitespace-nowrap text-gray-700">₹79</td>
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                <li>Go to <a href='https://www.youtube.com/paid_memberships' target='_blank' rel="noopener noreferrer" class='text-blue-600 underline'>youtube.com/paid_memberships</a> and sign in.</li>
                <li>Under "Premium", click <strong>“Manage Membership”</strong>. Then click <strong>“Deactivate”</strong>.
                    
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                <li>Open the <strong>Google Play Store</strong>, tap your profile icon, then tap <strong>“Payments & subscriptions”</strong>.
                    
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                <li>Tap <strong>“Subscriptions”</strong>, find YouTube Premium, and tap on it.</li>
                <li>Tap <strong>“Cancel subscription”</strong> at the bottom and follow the instructions.</li>
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                <li>Open the <strong>Settings</strong> app, tap your name (Apple ID), then tap <strong>“Subscriptions”</strong>.
                    
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                <li>Find and tap on the <strong>YouTube Premium</strong> subscription.</li>
                <li>Tap <strong>“Cancel Subscription”</strong> and confirm.</li>
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        <h2 class='text-2xl font-bold text-gray-900'>This Was Just One. How Many More Are You Paying For?</h2>
        <p class='text-lg text-gray-700 my-3'>Let CancelMates track all your subscriptions in one place. We send smart alerts before your next payment is due so you're always in control of your money.</p>
        <a href='https://cancelmates.com/auth/signup' class='inline-block text-blue-600 font-bold py-3 px-6 rounded-lg hover:bg-gray-700 transition-colors mt-2 text-lg'>🚀 Try CancelMates for Free</a>
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        <h2 class='text-3xl font-bold mb-6 text-center'>Frequently Asked Questions</h2>
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                <h3 class='font-semibold text-lg text-gray-800'>Can I pause my YouTube Premium membership instead of cancelling?</h3>
                <p class='text-gray-700'>Yes. On a browser, under "Manage Membership," you may see an option to pause for 1 to 6 months. Your benefits will stop and resume automatically after the pause. This is great if you just need a short break.</p>
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                <h3 class='font-semibold text-lg text-gray-800'>What happens to my benefits after I cancel?</h3>
                <p class='text-gray-700'>You keep all Premium benefits (ad-free, background play) until the end of your current billing period. The cancellation simply prevents the next auto-renewal.</p>
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                <h3 class='font-semibold text-lg text-gray-800'>Will I get a refund?</h3>
                <p class='text-gray-700'>Generally, no. YouTube does not offer refunds for partial billing periods. Once you cancel, you simply use the service until the period you paid for ends.</p>
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                <h3 class='font-semibold text-lg text-gray-800'>I can't find the cancel button. What do I do?</h3>
                <p class='text-gray-700'>This means you subscribed through a different platform. If you're on iPhone, check your Google Play account (and vice-versa). Ensure you are signed into the exact account you used to make the purchase.</p>
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        <h3 class="text-xl font-bold text-gray-800 mb-4">About the Author</h3>
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                <p class="text-gray-700">This guide was researched and written by <strong class="text-gray-900">Amandeep</strong>, the founder of CancelMates with help. After getting frustrated with his own forgotten subscriptions, he built CancelMates to bring transparency and control to users across India. Our guides are rigorously tested and updated to ensure they are accurate and easy to follow.</p>
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Is the monthly ₹129 for YouTube Premium feeling a bit much? Whether you're cutting down on expenses, trying a different service, or the free trial is ending, you've come to the right place. This guide provides simple, step-by-step instructions with images to help you cancel your YouTube Premium subscription in India, no matter what device you're using. We'll also cover what happens to your benefits and downloads after you cancel.

Tired of YouTube Premium auto-renewing? Here's how to cancel...

How to Cancel YouTube Premium in India – CancelMates Guide

How to Cancel YouTube Premium in India (Step-by-Step)

<div class='max-w-screen-xl p-4 md:p-0 mx-auto'><img src='https://cancelmates.com/backend/mobile-app-auto-renewal-off.webp' alt='Illustration of mobile apps with auto-renewal toggle being turned off' class='w-full h-auto rounded-lg shadow mb-10'><section class='space-y-12'><article class="py-4"><h2 class='text-2xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-3'>📱 Google Play Store</h2><ol class='list-decimal pl-5 text-gray-700 space-y-2'><li>Open the <strong>Google Play Store</strong> app</li><li>Tap your profile icon > <strong>Payments & subscriptions</strong></li><li>Select <strong>Subscriptions</strong></li><li>Choose the app (e.g. YouTube Premium)</li><li>Tap <strong>Cancel Subscription</strong></li><li>Follow the on-screen steps</li></ol></article><article class="py-4"><h2 class='text-2xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-3'>💳 Paytm</h2><ol class='list-decimal pl-5 text-gray-700 space-y-2'><li>Open the <strong>Paytm app</strong></li><li>Tap your profile icon > <strong>Settings</strong></li><li>Go to <strong>Automatic Payments & Subscriptions</strong></li><li>Select the active subscription</li><li>Tap <strong>Cancel AutoPay</strong></li><li>Confirm the cancellation</li></ol><p class='text-gray-600 mt-2'>Note: Some subscriptions may show as mandates under your linked bank account.</p></article><article class="py-4"><h2 class='text-2xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-3'>📲 PhonePe</h2><ol class='list-decimal pl-5 text-gray-700 space-y-2'><li>Open the <strong>PhonePe</strong> app</li><li>Tap your profile photo > <strong>AutoPay</strong></li><li>Select the recurring payment you want to stop</li><li>Tap <strong>Cancel Mandate</strong></li><li>Verify with OTP and confirm</li></ol><p class='text-gray-600 mt-2'>Mandates created through UPI will be stopped instantly after cancellation.</p></article><article class="py-4"><h2 class='text-2xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-3'>🧠 CancelMates Tip</h2><p class='text-gray-700'>After turning off auto-renewal, <strong>log the service inside CancelMates</strong> so you still get notified about the expiry date. That way, you can renew manually if needed — without being surprised by an automatic charge.</p></article><article class="py-4"><h2 class='text-2xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-3'>📌 RBI Mandate Note</h2><p class='text-gray-700'>As per RBI rules, banks now require OTP approval for recurring payments above ₹5,000. However, some platforms like Google Play and international apps may still auto-renew if tied to a card. Always check your subscriptions list regularly.</p><a href='https://www.rbi.org.in/Scripts/BS_PressReleaseDisplay.aspx?prid=52233' target='_blank' class='text-blue-600 underline'>Read official RBI guidelines</a></article></section><div class='mt-4 p-6 bg-green-50 border border-green-200 rounded-lg text-center'><h2 class='text-2xl font-bold text-gray-900'>Never Miss a Subscription Charge Again</h2><p class='text-lg text-gray-700 my-3'>CancelMates sends you smart reminders before any subscription renews. Whether you pay via card, UPI, or wallet — we keep track for you.</p><a href='https://cancelmates.com/auth/signup' class='inline-block bg-green-600 text-blue-600 font-bold py-3 px-6 rounded-lg hover:bg-green-700 transition-colors'>🛡️ Start Free with CancelMates</a></div><section class='mt-4'><h2 class='text-2xl font-bold mb-4'>FAQs – Stopping Auto-Renewals in India</h2><div class='space-y-6'><div><h3 class='font-semibold text-lg'>Will I get a refund after cancelling auto-renewal?</h3><p class='text-gray-700'>No, cancelling stops future payments. You’ll retain access till the current period ends.</p></div><div><h3 class='font-semibold text-lg'>Do I need to remove UPI mandate separately?</h3><p class='text-gray-700'>Yes, if a UPI mandate was created, cancel it via PhonePe or your bank’s UPI app.</p></div><div><h3 class='font-semibold text-lg'>Can I reactivate later?</h3><p class='text-gray-700'>Absolutely. Just go to the same section and tap “Renew” or “Subscribe again.”</p></div></div></section></div>

A simple step-by-step guide to help Indian users disable auto-renewal for services like YouTube, SonyLIV, and other subscriptions on Google Play, Paytm, and PhonePe.

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Stop Auto-Renewal on Google Play, Paytm, and PhonePe – India Guide

How to Stop Auto-Renewal on Google Play, Paytm & PhonePe

<div class="max-w-screen-xl p-4 md:p-0 mx-auto"><div class="mb-10 p-4 border rounded-lg bg-gray-50"><h2 class="text-2xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-3">Table of Contents</h2><ul class="list-inside list-decimal space-y-2 text-blue-600"><li><a href="#benefits" class="hover:underline">Key Benefits of Installing</a></li><li><a href="#android" class="hover:underline">How to Install on Android</a></li><li><a href="#ios" class="hover:underline">How to Install on iPhone (iOS)</a></li><li><a href="#faq" class="hover:underline">Frequently Asked Questions</a></li></ul></div><section id="benefits" class="mb-12"><h2 class="text-2xl sm:text-3xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-4">Key Benefits of Installing</h2><p class="mb-4 text-gray-700 text-lg">Installing CancelMates as a PWA gives you powerful features directly from your home screen:</p><ul class="list-disc ml-6 text-gray-700 text-lg space-y-3"><li><strong>Instant Access:</strong> Launch CancelMates with a single tap, just like a native app.</li><li><strong>Push Notifications:</strong> Get timely reminders for subscription renewals so you never miss a deadline.</li><li><strong>Offline Functionality:</strong> Access your subscription list even when you have a poor or no internet connection.</li><li><strong>Always Updated:</strong> You always have the latest version without needing to download updates from an app store.</li><li><strong>Lightweight:</strong> Takes up significantly less storage space on your device compared to a native app.</li></ul></section><section id="android" class="mb-12"><h2 class="text-2xl sm:text-3xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-4">How to Install on Android (Chrome)</h2><ol class="list-decimal pl-6 space-y-4 text-lg text-gray-700"><li>Open <strong>Chrome</strong> and navigate to <strong>cancelmates.com</strong>.</li><li>Tap the <strong>three-dot menu icon</strong> (⋮) in the top-right corner.</li><li>Select <strong>"Install app"</strong> or <strong>"Add to Home screen"</strong> from the menu.</li><li>Confirm by tapping <strong>"Install"</strong> in the pop-up prompt.</li><li>The CancelMates icon will now appear on your home screen for easy access.</li></ol><div class="flex gap-8 flex-col md:flex-row"><img src="https://cancelmates.com/pwa-add-to-home-screen.webp" alt="Step-by-step visual on how to add CancelMates to an Android home screen." class="mt-6 rounded-lg shadow-md w-full max-w-md border"><img src="https://cancelmates.com/pwa-add-to-home-screen-install.webp" alt="Step-by-step visual on how to install CancelMates on your phone." class="mt-6 rounded-lg shadow-md w-full max-w-md border"></div></section><section id="ios" class="mb-12"><h2 class="text-2xl sm:text-3xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-4">How to Install on iPhone (iOS with Safari)</h2><ol class="list-decimal pl-6 space-y-4 text-lg text-gray-700"><li>Open the <strong>Safari</strong> browser and go to <strong>cancelmates.com</strong>.</li><li>Tap the <strong>Share icon</strong> (a square with an arrow pointing up) at the bottom of the screen.</li><li>Scroll down the share sheet and tap on <strong>"Add to Home Screen"</strong>.</li><li>Confirm the name for the shortcut and tap <strong>"Add"</strong> in the top-right corner.</li><li>The CancelMates app icon is now on your iPhone's home screen.</li></ol>



</section><section id="faq" class="mb-12"><h2 class="text-2xl sm:text-3xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-6">Frequently Asked Questions</h2><div class="space-y-6"><div><h3 class="text-xl font-semibold text-gray-800">Is this the same as an app from the App Store?</h3><p class="text-lg text-gray-600 mt-1">No, this is a Progressive Web App (PWA). It provides an app-like experience (offline access, notifications) but is installed directly from the browser, saving you a trip to the app store and space on your phone.</p></div><div><h3 class="text-xl font-semibold text-gray-800">Is installing the CancelMates PWA safe?</h3><p class="text-lg text-gray-600 mt-1">Yes, it's completely safe. All your data is served over a secure HTTPS connection, and it runs in your phone's sandboxed browser environment, just like our website.</p></div><div><h3 class="text-xl font-semibold text-gray-800">What browsers support PWA installation?</h3><p class="text-lg text-gray-600 mt-1">Most modern mobile browsers support PWAs, including Google Chrome (Android), Safari (iOS 11.3+), Microsoft Edge, and Firefox.</p></div><div><h3 class="text-xl font-semibold text-gray-800">Will it take up a lot of space?</h3><p class="text-lg text-gray-600 mt-1">No. A major benefit of a PWA is that it is extremely lightweight and takes up very little storage on your device compared to a traditional native application.</p></div></div></section></div>

Step-by-step guide on installing the CancelMates PWA on Android and iOS, including benefits, visuals, and FAQ.

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How to Install CancelMates on Your Phone (PWA Guide)

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  <div class="mb-10 p-4 border border-gray-200 rounded-lg bg-gray-50">
    <h2 class="text-2xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-3">Table of Contents</h2>
    <ul class="list-inside list-decimal space-y-2 text-blue-600">
      <li><a href="#why-hard" class="hover:underline">Why is it Hard to Cancel UPI AutoPay?</a></li>
      <li><a href="#payment-apps" class="hover:underline">How to Cancel in Payment Apps (GPay, PhonePe, Paytm)</a></li>
      <li><a href="#bank-app" class="hover:underline">What to Do if You Can't Find It (Check Your Bank)</a></li>
      <li><a href="#solution" class="hover:underline">The Real Solution: A Master Control Panel</a></li>
      <li><a href="#faq" class="hover:underline">Frequently Asked Questions</a></li>
    </ul>
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  <section id="why-hard" class="mb-12">
    <h2 class="text-2xl sm:text-3xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-4">Why is it So Hard to Cancel UPI AutoPay?</h2>
    <p class="mb-4 text-gray-700 text-lg">
      UPI AutoPay is incredibly convenient for setting up subscriptions. But cancelling them? It can be a maze. The mandate might be in your payment app (like GPay or PhonePe), the merchant's app (like Zee5), or only visible in your bank's app. This confusion is how you get charged for services you no longer want. This guide is your map out of the maze.
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  <section id="payment-apps" class="mb-12">
    <h2 class="text-2xl sm:text-3xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-4">How to Cancel in Your Payment App</h2>
    <p class="mb-8 text-gray-700 text-lg">This is the first and most common place to find your active mandates. We'll cover the big three.</p>
    
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      <h3 class="text-xl sm:text-2xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-4">Cancel AutoPay in Google Pay (GPay)</h3>
      <ol class="list-decimal pl-6 space-y-4 text-lg text-gray-700">
        <li>Open GPay and tap your <strong>profile picture</strong> in the top-right corner.</li>
        <li>Select '<strong>AutoPay</strong>' from the menu.</li>
        <li>You'll see a list of all your active mandates. Tap the one you want to cancel.</li>
        <li>Tap '<strong>Cancel mandate</strong>' and enter your UPI PIN to confirm.</li>
      </ol>
    </div>

    <div class="mb-10">
      <h3 class="text-xl sm:text-2xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-4">Cancel AutoPay in PhonePe</h3>
      <ol class="list-decimal pl-6 space-y-4 text-lg text-gray-700">
        <li>Open PhonePe and tap your <strong>profile picture</strong> in the top-left corner.</li>
        <li>Under the 'Payment Management' section, tap '<strong>AutoPay</strong>'.</li>
        <li>Find the mandate you wish to stop and tap on it.</li>
        <li>Tap '<strong>Remove AutoPay</strong>' and confirm the cancellation.</li>
      </ol>
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      <h3 class="text-xl sm:text-2xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-4">Cancel AutoPay in Paytm</h3>
      <ol class="list-decimal pl-6 space-y-4 text-lg text-gray-700">
        <li>Open Paytm, tap your <strong>profile picture</strong> (top-left), then go to '<strong>UPI & Payment Settings</strong>'.</li>
        <li>Scroll down and select '<strong>UPI Automatic Payments</strong>'.</li>
        <li>Find the subscription, tap on it, and then tap '<strong>Cancel Automatic Payment</strong>'.</li>
      </ol>
    </div>
  </section>

  <section id="bank-app" class="mb-12">
    <h2 class="text-2xl sm:text-3xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-4">Step 2: Can't Find It? Check Your Bank App</h2>
    <p class="mb-4 text-gray-700 text-lg">
      Sometimes, a mandate doesn't appear in the payment app. The ultimate source of truth is your bank. Log in to your bank's mobile app (e.g., HDFC, ICICI, SBI) and look for a section named 'Mandates', 'UPI Mandates', or 'My Mandates'. You can view and revoke any active mandate from here.
    </p>
  </section>

  <section id="solution" class="mb-12 p-6 bg-blue-50 border border-blue-200 rounded-lg">
    <h2 class="text-2xl sm:text-3xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-4">The Real Solution: A Master Control Panel</h2>
    <p class="mb-4 text-gray-700 text-lg">
      Tired of checking three different payment apps and your bank app? This is exactly why we built CancelMates. Instead of hunting for subscriptions, our app helps you track everything in one simple dashboard.
    </p>
    <p class="mb-4 text-gray-700 text-lg">
      While we can't cancel UPI mandates for you (no app can, due to security rules), we give you a clear list of what's active and remind you <em>before</em> the charge happens so you know exactly which mandate to cancel and when.
    </p>
    <p class="text-lg font-semibold">
      Stop the hunt. <a href="https://cancelmates.com/auth/signup" class="text-blue-600 hover:underline">Get your free CancelMates dashboard now.</a>
    </p>
  </section>

  <section id="faq" class="mb-12">
    <h2 class="text-2xl sm:text-3xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-6">Frequently Asked Questions</h2>
    <div class="space-y-6">
      <div>
        <h3 class="text-xl font-semibold text-gray-800">If I cancel a UPI mandate, does it cancel my subscription with the service?</h3>
        <p class="text-lg text-gray-600 mt-1">Not always. Cancelling the mandate only stops the payment. You should also cancel the subscription on the service's website (like Hotstar or Gaana) to be safe.</p>
      </div>
      <div>
        <h3 class="text-xl font-semibold text-gray-800">What's the difference between 'Pause' and 'Cancel' mandate?</h3>
        <p class="text-lg text-gray-600 mt-1">'Pause' temporarily stops payments for a set period, while 'Cancel' permanently revokes the payment permission for good.</p>
      </div>
    </div>
  </section>

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A complete guide for Indians on how to find, manage, and cancel any UPI AutoPay mandate to stop recurring subscription payments from your bank account. Covers GPay, PhonePe, and more.

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    <h2 class="text-2xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-3">Table of Contents</h2>
    <ul class="list-inside list-decimal space-y-2 text-blue-600">
      <li><a href="#comparison" class="hover:underline">Top Free Trials: A Comparison</a></li>
      <li><a href="#guides" class="hover:underline">Step-by-Step Cancellation Guides</a></li>
      <li><a href="#pro-tips" class="hover:underline">Pro-Tips from a Subscription Saver</a></li>
      <li><a href="#faq" class="hover:underline">Frequently Asked Questions</a></li>
    </ul>
  </div>

  <section class="mb-12">
    <h2 class="text-2xl sm:text-3xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-4">Gotcha! The Real Cost of "Free" Trials in India</h2>
    <p class="mb-4 text-gray-700 text-lg">
      Free trials are marketing genius. They get you hooked, counting on you to forget. With the RBI's e-mandate on recurring payments, a forgotten trial is a guaranteed charge. This guide is your defense. We'll show you how to enjoy the best services in India, completely free, without ever getting a surprise ₹ on your statement.
    </p>
  </section>

  <section id="comparison" class="mb-12">
    <h2 class="text-2xl sm:text-3xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-4">Top Free Trials in India: A Comparison (2024)</h2>
    <div class="overflow-x-auto mt-6">
      <table class="w-full text-left border border-collapse rounded-lg">
        <thead class="bg-gray-100 text-gray-800">
          <tr>
            <th class="p-4 font-semibold">Service</th>
            <th class="p-4 font-semibold">Trial Length</th>
            <th class="p-4 font-semibold">What You Get</th>
            <th class="p-4 font-semibold">Cancellation Difficulty</th>
          </tr>
        </thead>
        <tbody class="divide-y text-gray-700">
          <tr>
            <td class="p-4">Amazon Prime</td>
            <td class="p-4">30 Days</td>
            <td class="p-4">Video, Music, Delivery</td>
            <td class="p-4"><span class="px-2 py-1 bg-green-100 text-green-800 rounded-full text-sm">Easy</span></td>
          </tr>
          <tr>
            <td class="p-4">Spotify Premium</td>
            <td class="p-4">1-3 Months</td>
            <td class="p-4">Ad-free Music</td>
            <td class="p-4"><span class="px-2 py-1 bg-green-100 text-green-800 rounded-full text-sm">Easy</span></td>
          </tr>
          <tr>
            <td class="p-4">Canva Pro</td>
            <td class="p-4">30 Days</td>
            <td class="p-4">Design Tools, Stock</td>
            <td class="p-4"><span class="px-2 py-1 bg-yellow-100 text-yellow-800 rounded-full text-sm">Medium</span></td>
          </tr>
          <tr>
            <td class="p-4">YouTube Premium</td>
            <td class="p-4">1 Month</td>
            <td class="p-4">Ad-free Video & Music</td>
            <td class="p-4"><span class="px-2 py-1 bg-yellow-100 text-yellow-800 rounded-full text-sm">Medium</span></td>
          </tr>
          <tr>
            <td class="p-4">Microsoft 365</td>
            <td class="p-4">1 Month</td>
            <td class="p-4">Office Suite, Cloud</td>
            <td class="p-4"><span class="px-2 py-1 bg-green-100 text-green-800 rounded-full text-sm">Easy</span></td>
          </tr>
        </tbody>
      </table>
    </div>
  </section>

 <section id="guides" class="mb-12">
  <h2 class="text-2xl sm:text-3xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-4">Step-by-Step Cancellation Guides</h2>
  <p class="mb-8 text-gray-700 text-lg">Here’s the proof. We signed up and cancelled them ourselves. Follow these exact steps.</p>
  
  <div class="mb-8">
    <h3 class="text-xl sm:text-2xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-4">How to Cancel Spotify Premium</h3>
    <ol class="list-decimal pl-6 space-y-4 text-lg text-gray-700">
      <li>Log in to your Spotify account on a browser (not the mobile app).</li>
      <li>Go to <strong>'Account Overview'</strong> and select <strong>'Manage your plan'</strong>.</li>
      <li>Click <strong>'Cancel Premium'</strong> and follow the prompts to confirm.</li>
    </ol>
  </div>

  <div class="mb-8">
    <h3 class="text-xl sm:text-2xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-4">How to Cancel Amazon Prime</h3>
    <ol class="list-decimal pl-6 space-y-4 text-lg text-gray-700">
      <li>Go to your Amazon account and select <strong>'Memberships & Subscriptions'</strong>.</li>
      <li>Find your Prime membership and click <strong>'Manage Membership'</strong>.</li>
      <li>Click <strong>'End Trial and Benefits'</strong> and follow the on-screen instructions.</li>
    </ol>
  </div>

  <div class="mb-8">
    <h3 class="text-xl sm:text-2xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-4">How to Cancel Canva Pro</h3>
    <ol class="list-decimal pl-6 space-y-4 text-lg text-gray-700">
      <li>Log in to your Canva account.</li>
      <li>Click your <strong>profile icon</strong> in the top corner, then go to <strong>'Account Settings'</strong>.</li>
      <li>Select the <strong>'Billing & Plans'</strong> tab from the side menu.</li>
      <li>Under your plan details, find and select the option to <strong>'Request cancellation'</strong>.</li>
    </ol>
  </div>

  <div class="mb-8">
    <h3 class="text-xl sm:text-2xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-4">How to Cancel YouTube Premium</h3>
    <ol class="list-decimal pl-6 space-y-4 text-lg text-gray-700">
      <li>On a browser, go to <strong>youtube.com/paid_memberships</strong>.</li>
      <li>You will see your active memberships. Click <strong>'Manage membership'</strong>.</li>
      <li>Click <strong>'Deactivate'</strong>. You'll be asked to pause instead; click <strong>'Continue to cancel'</strong>.</li>
      <li>Select a reason and confirm the cancellation.</li>
    </ol>
  </div>
  
  <div class="mb-8">
    <h3 class="text-xl sm:text-2xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-4">How to Cancel Microsoft 365</h3>
    <ol class="list-decimal pl-6 space-y-4 text-lg text-gray-700">
      <li>Go to <strong>account.microsoft.com/services</strong> and sign in.</li>
      <li>Find your Microsoft 365 subscription in the list.</li>
      <li>Select <strong>'Manage'</strong> next to your subscription name.</li>
      <li>Choose <strong>'Turn off recurring billing'</strong>. This ensures you won't be charged again.</li>
    </ol>
  </div>
</section>

  <section id="pro-tips" class="mb-12">
    <h2 class="text-2xl sm:text-3xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-4">Pro-Tips from a Subscription Saver</h2>
    <ul class="list-disc ml-6 text-gray-700 text-lg space-y-3">
      <li><strong>The Pre-Cancel Method:</strong> The moment you sign up for a trial, cancel it. 99% of services (including Netflix and Spotify) give you full access until the trial period ends. Zero risk.</li>
      <li><strong>Use a Virtual Card:</strong> Apps like Slice, OneCard, or your bank's virtual card feature let you create a card with a ₹10 limit. It's enough for verification but will fail any auto-debit attempt.</li>
      <li><strong>The Smartest Way:</strong> For managing multiple trials, manual methods fail. Use a dedicated tracker like <strong>CancelMates</strong>. It's purpose-built to remind you 2 days before a charge, giving you complete peace of mind. <a href="https://cancelmates.com/auth/signup" class="text-blue-600 hover:underline font-semibold">Track your first trial now</a>.</li>
    </ul>
  </section>

  <section id="faq" class="mb-12">
    <h2 class="text-2xl sm:text-3xl font-semibold text-gray-800 mb-6">Frequently Asked Questions</h2>
    <div class="space-y-6">
      <div>
        <h3 class="text-xl font-semibold text-gray-800">Do I need a credit card for all free trials in India?</h3>
        <p class="text-lg text-gray-600 mt-1">Most international services like Spotify require one. Some Indian services are integrating UPI AutoPay, but using a virtual card is the universally safest method to avoid charges.</p>
      </div>
      <div>
        <h3 class="text-xl font-semibold text-gray-800">What if I forget to cancel and get charged?</h3>
        <p class="text-lg text-gray-600 mt-1">Contact customer support immediately. If you haven't used the service since the charge, some companies (like Amazon) are known to be lenient and may offer a refund. Don't count on it, though.</p>
      </div>
    </div>
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    <p class="text-center text-gray-600 mt-4 italic">
      About the Author: Amandeep Singh is the founder of CancelMates and a personal finance enthusiast. After losing over ₹5,000 to forgotten subscriptions, he built a solution to help Indians stay in control of their money.
    </p>
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