Anthropic tested removing Claude Code from the Pro plan
Summary
Anthropic tested removing Claude Code, a popular tool, from its $20-per-month Pro subscription plan for about 2% of new users, causing concern among developers. The company explained the test was to manage higher usage and maintain service quality, and it later updated its pricing page to show Claude Code remains available in the Pro plan.Key Facts
- Anthropic considered removing Claude Code from the Pro plan, which costs $20 per month.
- Claude Code stayed included in the $100-per-month Max plan.
- The removal was a small test affecting roughly 2% of new Pro sign-ups.
- Usage of Claude Code and related workflows has increased a lot recently.
- Anthropic has introduced limits during peak hours to handle high demand.
- The company updated its pricing page to say Claude Code is still in the Pro plan after user confusion.
- Anthropic promised to notify users well in advance before making changes that affect existing subscribers.
- Heavy use of Claude Code is causing occasional service problems for Anthropic.
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