Refund Policy
We stand behind our service with a satisfaction guarantee. Learn about our refund policy and how to request a refund.
Satisfaction Guarantee
At Wage Atlas, we're committed to providing valuable salary research tools and career insights. If you're not satisfied with your purchase, we offer a generous refund policy to ensure your complete satisfaction.
Our Promise
We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee for Pro subscriptions and a 7-day guarantee for PDF reports. If you're not happy with your purchase, we'll provide a full refund, no questions asked.
Subscription Refunds
30-Day Money-Back Guarantee
If you're not satisfied with your Pro subscription within the first 30 days of purchase, you're eligible for a full refund of your subscription fee.
- Full refund available within 30 days of initial purchase
- Automatic processing for requests within policy window
- No questions asked - we trust your judgment
- Refund processed to your original payment method
Pro-Rated Refunds After 30 Days
For subscription cancellations after the initial 30-day period, we offer pro-rated refunds based on the unused portion of your subscription.
- Calculated based on remaining subscription days
- Applies to both monthly and yearly subscriptions
- Refund amount = (Remaining days / Total days) × Subscription price
- Processed within 5-7 business days
Cancellation Process
You can cancel your subscription at any time from your Dashboard. If you cancel within the refund window, you'll automatically receive a refund. For cancellations outside the window, your subscription will remain active until the end of the current billing period, and you'll receive a pro-rated refund if applicable.
One-Time Purchase Refunds (PDF Reports)
7-Day Money-Back Guarantee
PDF salary reports are eligible for a full refund if requested within 7 days of purchase. We understand that sometimes a report may not meet your specific needs.
- Full refund available within 7 days of purchase
- No refunds after 7 days (digital product consumed)
- Automatic processing for eligible requests
- Refund processed to your original payment method
Digital Product Policy
Since PDF reports are digital products that are immediately accessible upon purchase, we limit refunds to the first 7 days to prevent abuse while still ensuring customer satisfaction. If you have concerns about a PDF report, please contact our support team within the refund window.
How to Request a Refund
Request Process
- Log in to your Wage Atlas account
- Navigate to the Refund Request page or your Dashboard billing section
- Select the payment you'd like to refund
- Provide a reason for the refund (optional but helpful)
- Submit your refund request
Processing Timeline
Automatic Processing
Requests within policy window are automatically approved and processed within 24-48 hours.
Manual Review
Requests outside policy window are reviewed by our team within 3-5 business days.
Refund Completion
Once processed, refunds are credited back to your original payment method through Paddle, our secure payment processor. Processing times vary by payment method (typically 5-10 business days for credit/debit cards). You'll receive email confirmation when your refund is processed.
Eligibility Criteria
What Qualifies for Refund
- Subscriptions purchased within the last 30 days
- PDF reports purchased within the last 7 days
- Payments with status "completed" (not already refunded)
- Payments made through our official payment processor (Paddle)
Exclusions and Limitations
Not Eligible for Refund
- Subscriptions purchased more than 30 days ago (unless pro-rated refund applies)
- PDF reports purchased more than 7 days ago
- Payments that have already been refunded
- Payments with status "failed" or "cancelled"
- Refunds requested for fraudulent or abusive activity
Special Circumstances
We understand that sometimes special circumstances arise. If you believe your situation warrants an exception to our standard refund policy, please contact our support team. We review each case individually and may approve refunds outside the standard policy window on a case-by-case basis.
How Refunds Are Processed
Payment Method Refunds
Refunds are processed back to your original payment method through our secure payment processor, Paddle.
Credit/Debit Cards
Refunds appear on your statement within 5-10 business days, depending on your bank.
Other Payment Methods
Refunds for other payment methods are processed through Paddle and typically appear within 5-10 business days.
Refund Timeline
- Request Submitted: Immediately upon submission
- Approval: Within 24-48 hours (automatic) or 3-5 days (manual review)
- Processing: 1-2 business days after approval
- Credit Appears: 5-10 business days (varies by payment method)
Subscription Status
When a subscription is refunded, your Pro access will be immediately revoked. If you've used Pro features during the refund period, you'll retain access to any data exports or reports you've already generated, but new Pro features will be unavailable.
Contact & Support
If you have questions about our refund policy or need assistance with a refund request, our support team is here to help.
Email: support@wageatlas.com
Response Time: We typically respond within 24-48 hours
Refund Requests: Use our online refund request form for fastest processing
Policy Updates
We may update this refund policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Material changes will be communicated via email or prominent notice on our website. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised. Your continued use of our services after policy updates constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
Effective Date: January 2025