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Do You Get Cooling-Off Rights on Competition Entries?
Buy most things online and you get a 14-day cooling-off period — but does that apply when you pay to enter a competition? The answer is "not always", and it’s worth understanding before you pay. This is general information, not legal advice.
Why entries are different
Standard online cooling-off rights have exceptions. Entries into a competition or draw that has already begun, or a service that’s been fully performed, can fall outside the usual 14-day right to cancel. In practice it varies by operator and how their terms are written.
Subscriptions
If you’ve signed up to a subscription, you can usually cancel future renewals — though not necessarily get a refund for entries already made. Always follow the operator’s stated cancellation process.
The sensible approach
Read the terms before you pay, so you know the refund and cancellation position up front. If something has been genuinely mis-sold or the terms are unfair, you may have recourse — but the best protection is checking first. See how subscription competitions work and how to spot a fake competition.
Frequently asked questions
Can I get a refund on a competition entry?
Not always — entries into a draw that has begun, or completed services, can be exempt from standard cooling-off rights.
Do 14-day cooling-off rules apply to prize draws?
Often not in full — it varies by operator, so check the terms before you pay.
Can I cancel a competition subscription?
Usually yes for future renewals — follow the operator’s cancellation process.
Related guides: how subscription competitions work, how to spot a fake competition and whether prize competitions are legal.