Refund Policy
Effective Date: January 7, 2026
Last Updated: January 7, 2026
1. Overview
This Refund Policy explains the circumstances under which RentKee provides refunds for subscription fees and other charges.
By subscribing to RentKee, you agree to this Refund Policy.
2. Subscription Refund Policy
Monthly Subscriptions
No Partial Month Refunds
- Monthly subscriptions are non-refundable
- You can use the Service until the end of your current billing period
- Cancel anytime to prevent future charges
- No refunds for partial months or unused time
Example: If you subscribe on January 1st and cancel on January 15th, you will not receive a refund but can continue using the Service until January 31st.
Annual Subscriptions
Pro-Rated Refunds Within 30 Days
- Full refund if canceled within 7 days of initial purchase
- Pro-rated refund (unused months) if canceled between 8-30 days
- No refunds after 30 days from purchase
Example: If you purchase a 12-month subscription and cancel after 2 months (within 30 days), you'll receive a refund for the remaining 10 months.
Downgrade Policy
No Refunds for Downgrades
- Switching from a higher tier to a lower tier does not qualify for a refund
- The downgrade takes effect at the next billing cycle
- You keep higher-tier features until the current period ends
3. Payment Processing Fees
Service Fees
Rent Payment Processing Fees: Non-Refundable
- Transaction fees charged for rent payments are non-refundable
- These fees cover payment processing costs (Stripe, ACH, credit card fees)
- Applies to both successful and failed payment attempts
Typical fees:
- ACH: 0.8% (max $5)
- Credit Card: 2.9% + $0.30
- Debit Card: 2.9% + $0.30
Failed Payments
If a payment fails due to:
- Technical Error on Our End: Full refund of fees
- Incorrect Bank Info: No refund (user error)
- Insufficient Funds: No refund (user error)
- Payment Method Decline: No refund (bank/card issuer)
4. Situations Eligible for Refund
Service Disruptions
You may be eligible for a refund if:
- Service is unavailable for more than 48 consecutive hours
- Critical features are broken for more than 7 days
- We make material changes to the Service that significantly reduce functionality
Refund Amount: Pro-rated based on downtime as a percentage of the billing period.
How to Request: Email [email protected] with details of the disruption.
Billing Errors
Full refunds provided for:
- Duplicate charges
- Incorrect billing amounts
- Charges after account cancellation
- Unauthorized charges
Response Time: We will investigate within 5 business days and issue refunds within 10 business days.
Account Termination by RentKee
If we terminate your account for reasons other than Terms of Service violations:
- You receive a pro-rated refund for unused time
- Refund processed within 14 days of termination
If we terminate due to Terms violations:
- No refund provided
- You forfeit remaining subscription time
5. Free Trial
Trial Period Terms
- Duration: 14 days for Pro and Pro+ plans
- No Charge: Credit card required but not charged during trial
- Cancel Anytime: Cancel before trial ends to avoid charges
- One Per User: One free trial per email address/user
Trial Cancellation
- Cancel during trial period: No charge, no refund needed
- Cancel after trial ends: Standard refund policy applies
Trial Abuse
We reserve the right to refuse trials to users who:
- Have previously abused trial periods
- Create multiple accounts for repeated trials
- Provide fraudulent information
6. Enterprise Plans
Custom Refund Terms
Enterprise customers may have custom refund terms specified in their service agreement. Contact your account manager for details.
Standard Enterprise Policy
Unless otherwise agreed:
- 30-day money-back guarantee from contract start
- Pro-rated refunds for early termination (after 30 days)
- Minimum 90-day notice for cancellation
7. Refund Process
How to Request a Refund
- Email:[email protected]
- Subject: "Refund Request - [Account Email]"
- Include:
- Your account email
- Reason for refund
- Date of charge
- Transaction ID (if available)
Processing Time
- Review: Within 5 business days
- Decision: Communicated via email
- Refund: Processed within 10 business days of approval
- Bank Processing: May take 5-10 additional business days
Refund Method
Refunds issued to original payment method:
- Credit card refunds: 5-10 business days
- ACH refunds: 3-5 business days
- PayPal refunds: 1-2 business days
If original method is unavailable, we may issue:
- Account credit
- Check (for amounts over $100)
- Alternative payment method (by arrangement)
8. Non-Refundable Items
The following are never refundable:
- Setup fees or onboarding costs (Enterprise plans)
- Third-party service fees (background checks, credit reports)
- Data export or migration services
- Training or consulting services
- Add-on features purchased separately
9. Chargebacks
Dispute Resolution
Before filing a chargeback with your bank:
- Contact us at [email protected]
- We will work to resolve the issue within 48 hours
- Most disputes can be resolved without chargebacks
Chargeback Consequences
Filing a chargeback may result in:
- Account suspension during investigation
- Account termination if chargeback is unjustified
- Chargeback fees passed to your account
- Permanent ban from RentKee
Legitimate Chargebacks
We will not penalize chargebacks for:
- Unauthorized charges (fraud)
- Billing errors we fail to resolve
- Service not provided as described
10. Regional Variations
California Residents
Under California law, you have additional rights:
- 3-day cooling-off period for contracts over $500
- Right to cancel within 3 days of purchase
- Full refund if canceled within this period
European Union Residents
Under EU Distance Selling Directive:
- 14-day withdrawal period from purchase
- Full refund if canceled within 14 days
- No reason required for cancellation
Other Jurisdictions
Some jurisdictions may provide additional consumer rights. This policy does not override mandatory local laws.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Refund Policy to:
- Reflect changes in our services
- Comply with legal requirements
- Improve clarity and transparency
Changes will not affect existing subscriptions unless legally required. We will notify you of material changes via email.
12. Contact Us
For refund requests or questions:
Email:[email protected]
Support:[email protected]
Phone: [Phone Number TBD]
Mail: RentKee Billing Team, [Address TBD]
Business Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM EST
Response Time: Within 1 business day
This Refund Policy was last updated on January 7, 2026.