Not every deal moves forward. Sometimes brands go quiet, payments are delayed, or circumstances change on either side. Lemyi is built with these realities in mind, which is why deals and invoices have clear expiry and cancellation rules.
This article explains exactly what happens when a deal expires or is cancelled, what it means for creators, and how Lemyi protects you throughout the process.
When a deal can expire
A deal can expire when required actions are not completed within the allowed timeframe.
The most common scenario is payment-related.
After a deal offer is sent and accepted by the brand, the brand must fund the deal within a defined window. If payment is not completed within that window, the deal does not remain open indefinitely.
When a deal expires:
No payment has been secured
No work should have started
No obligation exists for the creator
Expiration is automatic and intentional. It prevents creators from being left in limbo waiting for brands that may never proceed.
What happens when a deal expires
If a deal expires due to non-payment or inaction:
The deal attempt is marked as failed
The invoice is voided
The job remains active
The creator is fully released from the deal
Nothing negative happens to your account. An expired deal is treated as a non-event, not a rejection.
Brands can still move forward by requesting a new deal offer, either with you or with another shortlisted creator.
When a deal can be cancelled
A deal can also be cancelled intentionally.
Cancellation may happen when:
The brand decides not to proceed
The scope changes significantly
The creator declines the deal
Lemyi identifies a compliance or safety issue
Unlike expiration, cancellation is a deliberate action that ends the deal attempt immediately.
What happens when a deal is cancelled
When a deal is cancelled:
The deal is closed
Any unpaid invoice is voided
No work is expected from the creator
The job stays active unless explicitly closed
Cancellation does not affect your creator standing. It simply means the collaboration did not move forward.
If you had already accepted the deal but payment was not confirmed, you are never expected to deliver anything.
What does not happen in expired or cancelled deals
In both expiration and cancellation scenarios:
You do not lose application credits
Your profile visibility is not affected
Your tier does not change
No penalties are applied
Lemyi treats failed deal attempts as part of normal marketplace activity, not as creator errors.
Can the same job continue after a failed deal?
Yes.
One job on Lemyi can have multiple deal attempts over time.
After a deal expires or is cancelled:
The brand may request a new offer for the same creator
The brand may request an offer for a different shortlisted creator
The job remains visible and open
This ensures that one failed deal does not block future opportunities.
What creators should do after a deal expires or is cancelled
In most cases, no action is required from you.
The best approach is to:
Continue applying to other relevant jobs
Stay available in case a new offer is requested
Avoid reaching out off-platform
If a brand wants to proceed again, the next step will always come through Lemyi as a new deal offer.
Why this system exists
These rules exist to protect creators from:
Unpaid work
Endless waiting
Informal promises that never materialize
By enforcing expiration and cancellation clearly, Lemyi ensures that every active deal is intentional, funded, and ready to proceed.
If you are ever unsure why a deal expired or was cancelled, or need clarification on your next steps, you can contact [email protected] or start a chat with us at any time.