Speechify is a service that converts text into speech, so you can listen to articles, documents, and other text on your phone, tablet, or computer. They offer a free plan where you can listen at normal speeds with basic robotic voices, and a premium subscription that costs $29 per month or about $11.58 per month if billed annually. The premium plan gives you access to over 200 natural-sounding voices, the ability to listen faster, download offline MP3s, and other cool features like AI summaries. So if you see a charge from Speechify, it's likely from one of these premium subscriptions to listen and learn more comfortably.
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The cancellation process is straightforward with clear instructions available on the Speechify website. Users simply need to tap their profile, go to Payments & Subscriptions, find their Speechify subscription, and tap cancel.
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How to Cancel Speechify: Step by Step
If you purchased through Speechify directly:
- Log in to your Speechify account.
- Tap the profile icon in the top right corner.
- Select Payments & Subscriptions from the menu.
- Click on Subscriptions.
- Select Speechify from the list of subscriptions.
- Tap Cancel Subscription to finalize your cancellation.
If you purchased through Apple (iOS):
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad.
- Tap on your Apple ID at the top of the screen.
- Select Subscriptions.
- Find and select Speechify from the list.
- Tap Cancel Subscription.
If you purchased through Google Play:
- Open the Google Play Store app.
- Tap on the Menu (three horizontal lines) in the upper left corner.
- Select Subscriptions.
- Find Speechify in the list.
- Tap Cancel Subscription.
Tips & Tricks for Canceling Speechify
- If subscribed through Apple, cancel via Apple ID subscriptions.
- Canceling from the app or app store may not show Speechify subscription; instead, use the Speechify website.
- On a phone, request the desktop site in a browser, turn phone to landscape mode to access profile menu, then navigate to settings to find cancel subscription option.
- For iOS/iPad, remove the app, open Speechify page in browser, select "Web app" from menu, continue on browser, then tap profile icon to cancel.
- Some users froze their credit card to stop renewal when cancellation was difficult.
- Customer service responsiveness varies; be prepared for difficulty getting refunds or multiple charges.
Speechify Customer Service Info
If you need assistance, here's how you can get in touch with Speechify's support team.
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Dear Speechify Support,
I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to request the cancellation of my Speechify subscription. Due to recent changes in my personal circumstances, I am unable to continue with my membership at this time.
Please confirm my cancellation and ensure that I am not billed for the next billing cycle. I appreciate your understanding and assistance with this matter.
Thank you for your prompt attention to my request.
Best regards,
Frequently Asked Questions
Speechify subscriptions can be canceled at any time, but the cancellation only takes effect at the end of the current subscription period to avoid future charges; no refunds are given for the remaining subscription period. Refunds are only issued within 7 days of subscription under specific conditions, and purchases made through Apple iTunes or Google Play are subject to those platforms' refund policies, generally non-refundable. To avoid being billed for renewal, users must cancel before the subscription automatically renews.
To cancel your Speechify subscription, you need to be signed into your account, which means you will require your password. You can cancel your subscription by going to your profile, selecting Payments & Subscriptions, then Subscriptions, and choosing Cancel Subscription. If you forgot your password, you can reset it here: https://speechify.com/blog/reset-my-password/. This process ensures your subscription is canceled properly and that you retain access until your next billing date.
- App functionality issues: The app doesn’t read PDFs correctly, skips words, spells words letter by letter, or doesn't work as expected for user needs.
- Unexpected charges: Users are charged immediately or after supposed cancellation—especially after free trials.
- Cancellation difficulties: Confusing and complicated cancellation processes, including needing to cancel via different platforms (App Store, Google Play, desktop site), unclear cancellation steps, and delays in cancellation taking effect.
- Billing after cancellation: Being charged even after canceling subscriptions or free trials, sometimes with the cancellation only taking effect a year later.
- Confusing account information: Different email addresses between PayPal and Speechify accounts causing confusion about subscription ownership and cancellation.
- Poor refund support: Difficulty obtaining refunds, with some users needing to dispute charges through credit card companies or Apple support.
- App permissions concerns: The app retains full access to Google Drive even after deletion, worrying users about data control.
- Perceived targeting of vulnerable users: The app is marketed mainly to visually impaired, seniors, or special needs users, who find the cancellation and billing practices exploitative or scam-like.
Speechify allows you to cancel your subscription at any time, but the cancellation will only take effect at the end of the current billing period, and there are no refunds for the remaining time in that period. Refunds are only given within 7 days of purchase in cases of fraud or error, and monthly, quarterly, or discounted plans are non-refundable. So, be aware that if you cancel, you still have to pay for the current period and can't get a pro-rated refund, which can feel like a lock-in for that billing cycle.
Before cancelling a Speechify subscription, know that cancellation stops any future charges but does not refund previous payments. If you cancel during a free trial, you avoid future charges altogether. After cancellation, you'll still have access to Speechify Premium features until the end of your current billing period. Note that your subscription is billed annually at $11.58 per month equivalent, and there is no loss of access to your content, only the premium features access ends after the billing cycle expires.
- Speechify account login credentials (email and password)
- Access to the platform where you signed up (web, iOS, or Android)
- Email address associated with the subscription
- Payment method used (may be needed for verification or refund requests)
- Apple ID (if purchased via iTunes/App Store), or Google Account (if purchased via Google Play)
- Subscription details (such as plan name)
- Order or receipt number (helpful if contacting customer service)
- Reason for cancellation (may be requested during the cancellation process)
- Ability to access account settings where the subscription was started
- Contacting customer support by email (help@speechify.com) may require your account identification information
We've actually written a step by step guide on how to get a refund from Speechify. Check it out!
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