If you are dissatisfied with the service, experience technical issues, or have your account terminated, you will generally not get your money back.
Consumer impact
Your conversations with Claude may be used to train Anthropic's AI models by default, though you can opt out in account settings. Subscriptions auto-renew and fees are generally non-refundable, so cancellation timing is critical. You can opt out of AI model training by going to your account settings on Claude.ai.
What you can do
β οΈ These actions may provide transparency or partial mitigation but may not fully address the underlying issue. Effectiveness varies by jurisdiction and individual circumstances.
Dispute a Fee
If you believe you are entitled to a refund (e.g., due to applicable law or a billing error), contact support@anthropic.com with your account details and a clear explanation of your refund request. If purchasing via an app store, contact the App Distributor directly as their refund terms apply.
Applicable agencies
Federal Trade Commission (ftc)
Oversees unfair or deceptive business practices and can investigate companies that mislead consumers about data collection, sharing, or use.
Who can file: Anyone affected by the company's practices (US or international)
What you need: Your account details, a timeline of relevant events, and a description of the specific issue
What to expect: Complaints inform FTC enforcement priorities and investigations but do not result in individual resolution or compensation
State AGs in California, New York, Texas, and other states can investigate violations of state consumer protection and privacy laws, including CCPA (California), SHIELD Act (New York), and equivalents.
Who can file: Residents of states with comprehensive privacy laws β primarily California, Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, and Utah
What you need: Evidence of the violation, explanation of how your state rights were affected, and your account or contact information with the company
What to expect: Outcomes vary by state. May result in investigation, enforcement action, or requirement for the company to change practices. No direct individual compensation in most cases.
Search "[your state] attorney general consumer complaint" to find your state's direct complaint form