You logged out of your account and assumed the free trial was canceled. There was no active session, no visible subscription, and no reason to expect a charge. Then the payment appeared.
This happens because logging out only ends access. It does not change billing status.
Logging out does not cancel a free trial or stop automatic billing.
Why Logging Out Does Not Stop a Free Trial
- Subscriptions remain active even when no one is logged in
- Billing is tied to the account, not the session state
- Logging out does not trigger any billing update
- The system assumes continued consent until cancellation
- No logout action is recorded as a cancellation request
How to Check Whether the Trial Is Still Active
- Log back into the original signup account
- Open the subscription or billing settings directly
- Check the listed renewal or conversion date
- Look for a cancellation confirmation email
What to Do After a Logout-Related Charge
- Cancel the trial explicitly from the billing menu
- Save proof of the cancellation time
- Review refund rules for non-canceled trials
- Confirm the subscription status before logging out again
Many users confuse logging out with canceling. Understanding the difference prevents repeated free trial charges.