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Re:ProtonMail CEO calls Apple's forced in-app purchases 'Maf... by Someone on Friday October 09, 2020 @04:16PM (#24733967)
I don’t think stopping automatic payments automatically cancels the subscription. It just stops the money flow, but keeps you liable for the payments.

It means the company has to make an effort to get money flowing again, though. Many will know that’s not worth it and stop the service instead.

(Corrections welcome)

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Re:ProtonMail CEO calls Apple's forced in-app purchases 'Maf... by dtech on Saturday October 10, 2020 @10:23AM (#24739182)
That's correct. However, it's useful for situations where you tried to unsubscribe, and have proof, and the company is still charging.
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Re:ProtonMail CEO calls Apple's forced in-app purchases 'Maf... by colejohnson66 on Saturday October 10, 2020 @03:56PM (#24741427)
But there are some who will let you accrue your debt over the years and then send you to collections.
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