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Canva Blocks Free Trial Cancellation With No Accessible Support Path

Canva users attempting to cancel a free trial before it converts find the cancellation option hidden and support unavailable. This dark pattern results in unwanted charges, mirrors the broader subscription cancellation dark pattern complaint.

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