🌎 Overview
Canadian customers sometimes ask whether a payment plan or instalment option is available when purchasing the Search Atlas Pro annual plan or a promotional annual offer (such as a Summit Special). This article explains what is currently available and how to proceed with your purchase.
💳 Payment Plan Availability for Canada
At this time, traditional instalment-based payment plans are not available for Canadian customers on the Pro annual billing cycle. Annual plans for customers in Canada must be paid in full at checkout using a supported payment method.
Supported payment methods at checkout include:
- Major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express)
- Debit cards with a Visa or Mastercard logo
🏷️ What About Promotional Annual Offers?
Promotional offers — such as Summit Specials or limited-time annual discounts — follow the same billing rules. If you are a Canadian customer purchasing a promotional annual plan, full payment is required at the time of checkout. Instalment options are not applied to these offers for accounts in Canada.
If you already hold an active annual plan and see a promotional offer advertised, note that eligibility may vary based on your current subscription status. Our team can confirm whether a specific promotion applies to your account.
📊 Annual Plan vs. Monthly Billing — Key Differences
- Annual plan: Billed once per year as a single payment; offers the best value and lowest effective monthly rate.
- Monthly plan: Billed each month; no long-term commitment required.
If paying the full annual amount upfront is not feasible, switching to the monthly billing cycle may be a practical alternative. While the monthly rate is higher than the annual per-month equivalent, it spreads costs into smaller, regular payments with no large upfront charge.
🔄 How to Switch to Monthly Billing
- Log in to your Search Atlas account.
- Click your avatar in the top-right corner and select Billing.
- Review your current plan and select the option to change your billing cycle.
- Choose the monthly billing option and confirm your selection.
Changes take effect at the start of your next billing period. Your access and features remain unchanged during the transition.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Will payment plan options be added for Canada in the future?
We are always evaluating ways to expand payment flexibility for customers in all regions. Updates will be announced in the platform and on our website when new options become available.
I was charged the wrong amount or my billing looks incorrect — what should I do?
If you notice a discrepancy in your billing amount, renewal date, or plan details, contact our support team right away so we can investigate and resolve it promptly.
Can I get a refund if I change my mind after purchasing an annual plan?
Refund eligibility is assessed on a case-by-case basis. Reach out to our support team as soon as possible if you have concerns about a recent charge.
🛠️ Need More Help?
If you need further assistance, open the chat widget in the bottom-right corner of the platform and type human teammate to be connected with a member of our team.