Effective Date: August 11, 2025
Last Updated: January 2026
This Subscription & Billing Policy governs all paid products, subscriptions, premium content, and related services offered by The Byte Beam (“we,” “us,” or “our”) through https://thebytebeam.com (collectively, the “Services”).
By purchasing or subscribing to any paid offering, you agree to this Policy in addition to our Terms of Service.
Subscription Offerings
The Byte Beam may offer:
- Paid digital subscriptions
- Premium editorial or research content
- Paid newsletters
- Event access, registrations, or passes
- Enterprise or institutional access
Subscription features, pricing, and access levels are described at the point of purchase.
Pricing & Taxes
- Prices are displayed in the applicable currency at checkout.
- Prices may exclude applicable taxes, duties, or fees unless stated otherwise.
- You are responsible for any taxes required by law.
We reserve the right to change pricing with reasonable advance notice.
Billing & Payment Processing
- Subscription fees are billed in advance on a recurring basis (monthly, annually, or as specified).
- Payments are processed securely through third-party payment providers.
- We do not store full payment card details.
By providing payment information, you authorize us to charge applicable fees in accordance with your selected subscription plan.
Auto-Renewal
Unless otherwise stated:
- Subscriptions automatically renew at the end of each billing period.
- Renewal charges will be made using your selected payment method.
You may cancel auto-renewal at any time before the renewal date to avoid future charges.
Cancellations
- You may cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings or by contacting support.
- Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing cycle.
- Access to subscription content continues until the end of the paid period.
Refunds
Unless expressly stated otherwise:
- All payments are non-refundable
- We do not provide partial refunds for unused time or features
Exceptions may be made where required by applicable consumer protection laws.
Trials & Promotional Offers
- Free trials or promotional pricing may be offered at our discretion.
- Trial subscriptions automatically convert to paid subscriptions unless cancelled before the trial ends.
- Promotional terms are disclosed at sign-up.
Account Responsibility
You are responsible for:
- Maintaining accurate billing information
- Keeping your account credentials secure
- All activity occurring under your account
Unauthorized sharing of subscription access is prohibited and may result in suspension without refund.
Changes to Services
We may modify, suspend, or discontinue subscription features or content:
- For operational, editorial, or legal reasons
- With reasonable notice where practicable
Such changes do not entitle users to refunds unless required by law.
Failed Payments & Suspension
If a payment fails:
- We may attempt to reprocess payment
- Access may be temporarily suspended
- Continued failure may result in termination of the subscription
Enterprise & Institutional Subscriptions
Enterprise or institutional subscriptions may be governed by separate agreements. Where such agreements exist, their terms take precedence over this Policy.
Disputes & Chargebacks
Disputes or chargebacks may result in:
- Suspension of access
- Review of the account for potential misuse
We encourage users to contact us before initiating chargebacks.
Compliance with Laws
This Policy complies with applicable consumer protection laws. Nothing in this Policy limits rights that cannot be waived under applicable law.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Subscription & Billing Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted with a revised effective date.
Contact Information
For billing questions, cancellations, or support:
The Byte Beam
Email: billing@thebytebeam.com
