# Claude usage credits purchased after Dec 7 will expire 12 months after purchase

> Source: <https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50399909>
> Published: 2026-11-06 23:27:15+00:00

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|  |  | Just received this via email: > Usage credits purchased on or after December 7 will expire 12 months after the purchase date. Any unused amount after 12 months will be removed from your balance. |