What exactly is the GITHUB PRO* charge on my statement?

The GITHUB PRO* charge is GitHub's billing descriptor for a GitHub Pro subscription, which costs $4/month or $48/year and unlocks advanced developer tools on github.com.

Why does the charge say GITHUB PRO* instead of just GitHub?

Payment processors truncate merchant names, so GitHub Pro appears as GITHUB PRO* on your statement — the asterisk is common in card billing descriptors for subscription services.

Can I get a refund for a GITHUB PRO* charge?

GitHub Pro may issue a refund if you contact support at github.com/support shortly after billing, especially if the charge was accidental or you forgot to cancel before renewal.

How do I cancel GitHub Pro to stop future charges?

Log into GitHub, go to Settings > Billing & Plans, and select 'Downgrade to Free.' This stops future GITHUB PRO* charges at the end of your current billing period.

How do I make sure I'm not charged for GitHub Pro again?

After downgrading, confirm your plan shows 'GitHub Free' in Settings > Billing & Plans. Remove your saved payment method if you want to fully prevent any future GITHUB PRO* charges.

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GITHUB PRO* Charge (What It Is + Is It Legit?)

✓ Legitimate

The "GITHUB PRO*" charge is from GitHub Pro. GitHub Pro subscription.

🌍 US🕐 7 min read📅 Updated May 22, 2026

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GITHUB PRO*

Why does this charge appear?

When GitHub Pro processes its $4.00 monthly subscription payments, the charge is routed through a payment system that truncates the billing descriptor to fit within the character limits imposed by card networks like Visa and Mastercard, resulting in "GITHUB PRO*" appearing on your statement rather than the full service name. The asterisk following "GITHUB PRO" is a standard formatting convention used by GitHub's payment processor to separate the merchant name from any additional transaction detail, such as a billing period or account identifier. If you see "GITHUB PRO*" on your bank statement, it almost certainly reflects your active GitHub Pro developer subscription billed directly by GitHub, a Microsoft-owned platform.

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Your next steps

Confirm Your GitHub Pro Subscription

Log in to your GitHub account at github.com and navigate to your account settings. Check if you have an active GitHub Pro plan, which would explain the GITHUB PRO* charge appearing on your bank statement.

Review Your GitHub Pro Billing Details

Visit github.com/settings/billing to see a full breakdown of your GitHub Pro subscription charges, including the billing cycle date and amount. Make sure the charge on your statement matches what GitHub Pro shows as your current plan cost.

Check Who In Your Household Uses GitHub Pro

If you do not personally recall signing up for GitHub Pro, check with family members or colleagues who may have used your payment method to subscribe to GITHUB PRO* for their own GitHub account or development projects.

Cancel GitHub Pro If You No Longer Need It

If you recognize the GITHUB PRO* charge but no longer want the subscription, go to github.com/settings/billing and downgrade your plan to the free GitHub tier. This will stop future GITHUB PRO* charges from appearing on your bank statement.

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How to cancel GitHub Pro

GitHub Pro bills you Monthly. To stop future charges, cancel from your account directly.

Cancel at GitHub Pro

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Legitimate or scam?

No, this is a legitimate charge from GitHub Pro. However, if you did not authorize this charge or cancelled your subscription, you may be eligible for a refund.

Is the GITHUB PRO* Charge Legitimate or Fraud?

The GITHUB PRO* charge on your bank or credit card statement is almost always a legitimate billing from GitHub Pro, GitHub's paid developer subscription tier. It appears when you or someone with access to your payment method has subscribed to GitHub Pro for advanced features like protected branches, code owners, and GitHub Pages with HTTPS. Here are the most common reasons this charge appears:

You signed up for a GitHub Pro individual subscription ($4/month or $48/year)
Your free GitHub trial period ended and your account auto-upgraded to GitHub Pro
A family member or colleague used your card to subscribe to GitHub Pro
You previously cancelled but re-subscribed through GitHub's settings or a third-party link

How to Verify the GITHUB PRO* Charge

1
Log into your GitHub account
Visit github.com and go to Settings > Billing & Plans. Your current GitHub Pro subscription and billing history will be listed there.
2
Search your email for GitHub receipts
Search your inbox for emails from 'noreply@github.com' or 'billing@github.com' — GitHub Pro sends a receipt email each time GITHUB PRO* is billed.
3
Check household or team members
Ask other people who may have access to your card if they signed up for GitHub Pro, as the GITHUB PRO* charge applies per individual account.
4
Review connected subscriptions
Check if you have a GitHub account linked to a Google, Apple, or SSO login that may have a GitHub Pro plan active under a different email address.
5
Contact your bank for details
If you still can't place the GITHUB PRO* charge, ask your bank for the full merchant descriptor and transaction date to help narrow down the source.

How to Dispute a GITHUB PRO* Charge

1
Act within 60 days
Most banks require disputes to be filed within 60 days of the GITHUB PRO* charge appearing on your statement, so don't delay if something looks wrong.
2
Contact GitHub Pro support first
Visit github.com/contact or github.com/support and explain the unauthorized GITHUB PRO* charge — GitHub's billing team can issue refunds for recent charges quickly.
3
File a chargeback with your bank
If GitHub Pro support doesn't resolve the issue, contact your bank or card issuer to dispute the GITHUB PRO* charge and request a formal chargeback investigation.
4
Request a new card number
If you suspect your card details were used fraudulently to subscribe to GitHub Pro, ask your bank to issue a new card to prevent future GITHUB PRO* charges.

Tips for Managing GitHub Pro Charges

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Enable billing alerts in GitHub settings so you're notified before each GITHUB PRO* renewal charge hits your card.

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Download your GitHub Pro invoices from Settings > Billing for easy expense tracking and tax records.

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Secure your GitHub Pro account with two-factor authentication to prevent unauthorized plan changes or card additions.

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Note your GitHub Pro billing date — annual plans renew on the same date each year, so plan for the $48 GITHUB PRO* charge.

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Use a virtual card number for your GitHub Pro subscription to easily cancel recurring GITHUB PRO* charges if needed.

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Use WhatIsThisCharge.net to identify related charges that may appear alongside GITHUB PRO* on your statement.

ℹ️ Note

The GITHUB PRO* charge is a routine, legitimate billing from GitHub Pro and typically means an active developer subscription is on your account — in most cases it can be quickly verified or cancelled directly through your GitHub billing settings at github.com.