Refund Policy
Last updated: January 13, 2025
Quick Summary
- • Subscriptions can be canceled anytime - no refunds for unused time
- • Distribution fees are non-refundable once submitted to platforms
- • Technical errors on our part are fully refundable
- • 14-day cooling-off period for EU/UK customers (certain conditions apply)
1. Subscription Plans
1.1 Monthly Subscriptions
Monthly subscription fees are non-refundable. If you cancel your subscription:
- You will retain access until the end of your current billing period
- No partial refunds are provided for unused days
- Your subscription will not auto-renew after cancellation
- All your data and releases remain accessible until the period ends
1.2 Annual Subscriptions
Annual subscription fees are non-refundable after the first 14 days. However:
- First 14 days: Full refund available (EU/UK cooling-off period)
- After 14 days: No refunds, but you can cancel to prevent renewal
- Access continues until the end of your annual period
1.3 How to Cancel
Canceling is easy:
- Log in to your account
- Go to Settings → Billing
- Click "Manage Subscription"
- Follow the prompts to cancel
No need to contact support - cancellation is instant and self-service.
2. Music Distribution Fees
2.1 Non-Refundable Distribution Fees
Fees for distributing your music to streaming platforms (Spotify, Apple Music, etc.) are non-refundable once we have:
- Submitted your release to platforms
- Started the distribution process
- Incurred third-party costs (UPC codes, metadata services, etc.)
2.2 Exceptions
Refunds may be issued in the following circumstances:
- Technical Error on Our Part: If we fail to deliver your music due to our system error
- Platform Rejection: If your release is rejected due to incorrect information we provided
- Service Failure: If we cannot fulfill the distribution service as promised
2.3 Platform Rejections (Your Responsibility)
If your release is rejected by platforms due to:
- Copyright violations or licensing issues
- Low audio quality or technical specifications
- Inappropriate content or metadata
- Duplicate content already on platforms
No refund will be issued. You can resubmit after fixing the issues, but additional fees may apply.
3. Add-On Services
3.1 Premium Features
One-time purchases for premium features (playlist pitching, promotional campaigns, etc.) are refundable within 48 hours if:
- The service has not yet been delivered or initiated
- You request a refund before work has begun
3.2 Completed Services
Services that have already been performed (e.g., completed promotional campaigns, delivered pitching services) are non-refundable.
4. EU/UK Consumer Rights
4.1 14-Day Cooling-Off Period
Customers in the European Union and United Kingdom have a legal right to cancel within 14 days of purchase under the Consumer Rights Directive.
Important Exception:
By using our service immediately (e.g., uploading and distributing music, accessing premium features), you agree to waive your cooling-off period for that specific service. Subscription fees remain refundable within 14 days if the service has not been used.
5. Payment Disputes & Chargebacks
5.1 Contact Us First
If you have a payment issue or dispute, please contact us first before initiating a chargeback. We can often resolve issues quickly and amicably.
5.2 Chargeback Consequences
If you file a chargeback without contacting us:
- Your account may be suspended pending resolution
- You may lose access to distributed music (we'll need to remove it from platforms)
- We may charge administrative fees to cover chargeback costs
- Repeated chargebacks may result in permanent account termination
6. Refund Processing
6.1 Timeline
Refund processing times:
- Request Review: 1-2 business days
- Approval: Immediate notification via email
- Refund to Payment Method: 5-10 business days (depends on your bank)
6.2 Refund Method
Refunds are issued to the original payment method used for the purchase. We cannot refund to a different card or account.
7. How to Request a Refund
Contact our billing team:
Email: billing@mscandco.com
Subject: "Refund Request - [Your Account Email]"
Please include:
- Your account email address
- Transaction ID or invoice number
- Reason for refund request
- Date of purchase
8. Exceptions & Special Circumstances
8.1 Account Termination
If we terminate your account due to violation of our Terms of Service, no refunds will be issued for any prepaid fees or unused subscription time.
8.2 Force Majeure
We are not liable for refunds if services are interrupted due to circumstances beyond our control (natural disasters, war, pandemics, platform outages, etc.).
8.3 Beta Features
Features marked as "Beta" or "Experimental" are provided as-is. Refunds for issues with beta features are at our sole discretion.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Refund Policy from time to time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Continued use of our service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Questions?
If you have questions about our refund policy, please don't hesitate to reach out:
General Inquiries: support@mscandco.com
Billing & Refunds: billing@mscandco.com
Phone: +44 [Your Phone Number] (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm GMT)