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TunnelBear 2.1LOW
Verified 1 days ago Every cancellation path on this page was last re-verified on 2026-10-02. Cancel flows change — we track them.
Cancellation steps
Log in to your TunnelBear account.
Open official cancel pageSelect the Overview tab.
Open official cancel pageClick Cancel.
Open official cancel pageFollow the on-screen steps and confirm.
Open official cancel pageFor iOS/Android subscriptions, cancel via Apple's or Google's subscription settings.
Open official cancel page
Cancellation policy
TunnelBear bills automatically and renews until you cancel. Notice period: none (cancel any time). Subscriptions are normally non-refundable; case-by-case refund requests may be considered within 30 days of purchase via support.
Cancel from the TunnelBear account Overview tab. Generally non-refundable, but case-by-case refunds may be considered within 30 days of purchase. A free trial is available — cancel before it ends to avoid the charge.
Fees & refund rules
| Item | Rule | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Notice period | None — cancel any time before renewal. | Official ↗ |
| Refund policy | Subscriptions are normally non-refundable; case-by-case refund requests may be considered within 30 days of purchase via support. | Official ↗ |
| Auto-renewal | On | Official ↗ |
| Cancellation method | Web (account settings) | Support ↗ |
| Free trial | A free trial is available — cancel before it ends to avoid the charge. | Official ↗ |
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About TunnelBear
TunnelBear is a VPN service available in Canada. TunnelBear renews automatically until you cancel. You can cancel at any time with no advance notice. Refund terms: Subscriptions are normally non-refundable; case-by-case refund requests may be considered within 30 days of purchase via support.
Why TunnelBear scores 2.1/10
Beyond the fees and refund rules, here is how TunnelBear scores on cancellation friction — the six axes that decide how hard leaving really is.
- The cancellation entry point on TunnelBear is easy to find, scoring just 2.2/10.
- Cancellation is quick at roughly 1.2 steps.
- Refund and proration terms are opaque — this axis scores 6.9/10, so you often only learn what you get back at the final screen.
- There are few confirmation prompts (1.1/10), so the exit is relatively clean.
- No support contact is required to cancel (0.9/10).
- Everything can be done online with no phone call (0.0/10).
The net result: TunnelBear lands at 2.1/10 on our Friction Score — low. Use the verified steps on this page to cancel without hitting every wall.
What the score is made of
- Find entry
- 2.2
- Steps
- 1.2
- Refund visibility
- 6.9
- Confirmation prompts
- 1.1
- Contact support
- 0.9
- Phone
- 0.0
FAQ
Will I keep access after cancelling TunnelBear?
Automatically downgrades to the free 2GB/month tier; account and settings are preserved.
Can I reactivate TunnelBear later?
You can resubscribe at any time.
How do I cancel if TunnelBear is billed through Apple or Google?
If billed through Apple, cancel via your Apple ID subscriptions.
Do I need to contact support to cancel TunnelBear?
It cancels in your account settings — no support call is required.
Is my data deleted when I cancel TunnelBear?
Cancellation stops billing. Profile and data retention follow the provider’s own privacy policy — check the official terms.
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