Subscription Cancellation Blocked by Original App Store Account Requirement
Canva and similar apps require users to cancel through the exact app store account used at signup, leaving those who have lost access to that account unable to stop charges. This is a structural dark pattern that traps users in paid subscriptions without recourse. The issue extends across many subscription apps and represents a consumer protection gap.
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