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The “Click to Cancel” rule allows you to file a complaint against a business that makes it difficult to cancel subscriptions. The rule went into effect on October 1, 2026.

Under the “Click to Cancel” rule, businesses that offer subscriptions:

  • Must clearly explain subscription terms
  • Must clearly disclose your rights when buying or cancelling subscriptions
  • Must provide you with a straightforward cancellation process in the same method as sign up
  • Cannot ask that you pay to ship them things they gave you for free

The Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) enforces the "Click to Cancel" rule.

Online

Report a problem with a subscription.

By Mail

Download a complaint form.

What Happens Next

If you don't include your address or email with your service request, you won't receive follow up. The Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) will consider your complaint a tip.

If you include your address, DCWP will mail you a complaint form. You must complete and return it to DCWP. If you provide your email address, you'll get the form by email instead. Check your spam folder if you don't see it in your inbox.

You can get the status of your "Click to Cancel" service requests filed with the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) by phone.

Call 311 or 212-NEW-YORK (212-639-9675) for status.

The Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) does not accept reports of rude employees. Report this type of complaint to the business.

For reports of discrimination, go to the Discrimination page.

The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) can help you with complaints about businesses in New York City. For complaints about businesses elsewhere, contact the local consumer affairs office or the State Attorney General.

Online

Learn how to file a complaint about a business outside of NYC.

By Phone

  • Agency: Nassau County Consumer Affairs
  • Phone Number: (516) 571-2600
  • Business Hours: Monday - Friday: 9 AM - 5 PM

  • Agency: Suffolk County Consumer Affairs
  • Phone Number: (631) 853-4600
  • Business Hours: Monday - Friday: 9 AM - 5 PM

  • Agency: Westchester County Department of Consumer Protection
  • Phone Number: (914) 995-2155
  • Business Hours: Monday - Friday: 9 AM - 5 PM

  • Agency: New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs
  • Phone Number: (973) 504-6200
  • Business Hours: Monday - Friday: 9 AM - 5 PM

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