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How to Cancel Obsidian Sync

Obsidian Sync (£3/month or £36/year) provides end-to-end encrypted note synchronisation across devices, whilst Obsidian Publish (£6/month or £72/year) lets you create websites from your notes. The core Obsidian note-taking app remains completely free and functional after cancellation, though sync features disable and published sites go offline.

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Quick Facts

Monthly cost
£4.00/mo
£48.00/year
Cancel online?
Yes
Pause option?
No
Refund policy
Obsidian does not offer refunds for cancelled subscriptions. Your service remains active until the end of your current billing period, and no partial refunds are issued for early cancellation.
After cancellation
Locally stored notes remain permanently on your device. Notes in Obsidian Sync are deleted from servers 30 days after cancellation; published sites go offline immediately.

Cancellation Steps

Go directly to Obsidian Sync cancellation page

  1. Log in to your Obsidian account

    Visit https://obsidian.md/account and sign in using the email address associated with your account.

  2. Navigate to your Subscription section

    In your account dashboard, locate and click on 'Subscription' or 'Billing' to view all active subscriptions.

  3. Select the subscription to cancel

    Click on the subscription you wish to cancel (Sync, Publish, or both) to view its details and renewal date.

  4. Click Cancel Subscription

    Click the red 'Cancel Subscription' button next to your active subscription and review any retention offers presented.

  5. Confirm cancellation

    Click 'Confirm Cancellation' in the verification dialog and wait for your confirmation email.

Tips & Things to Know

  • Before cancelling Obsidian Sync, export your synced notes to Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, or Git to ensure you don't lose access to them after the 30-day retention period ends.
  • If you use Obsidian Publish, back up your published content before cancelling, as your website will go offline immediately and visitors will see an error page.
  • The free Obsidian desktop and mobile apps remain fully functional after cancellation, including all local storage, core note-taking features, and community plugins.

Your Consumer Rights

  • UK: Consumer Rights Act 2015 grants a 14-day cancellation right from purchase; after 14 days, your cancellation rights depend on the agreed terms.
  • US: FTC regulations require straightforward cancellation mechanisms and prohibit deceptive billing practices.
  • Canada: CRTC regulations mandate clear cancellation terms and accessible cancellation processes for subscription services.
  • Australia: Australian Consumer Law protects you against misleading conduct and requires services to be provided with due care.
  • New Zealand: Fair Trading Act 1986 protects your right to clear information about cancellation policies and processes.
  • Ireland: EU Consumer Rights Directive grants a 14-day cancellation right for digital services unless you have already begun using the service.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I cancel Obsidian Sync or Publish at any time?
Yes, you can cancel either subscription immediately through your account settings with no penalties or early termination fees. Your access continues until the end of your current billing period.
Will I get a refund when I cancel Obsidian?
No, Obsidian does not issue refunds for cancelled subscriptions. You retain access to your paid features until the end of your current billing cycle.
What happens to my notes after I cancel Obsidian Sync?
Locally stored notes remain on your device permanently. Notes in Obsidian Sync are deleted from Obsidian's servers 30 days after cancellation, so export them to another cloud service first.
Will my Obsidian Publish website still work after I cancel?
No, your published website goes offline immediately when your subscription ends, and visitors will see an error page. Back up any important content before cancelling.
Can I use free alternatives to Obsidian Sync after cancellation?
Yes, you can synchronise notes across devices using iCloud, Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, or Git-based solutions with the free Obsidian app at no additional cost.

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