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Cursor user reports unexpected $225 invoice for uninitiated plan

A user on Reddit reported being unexpectedly invoiced for a "Cursor ultra" plan they did not opt for, despite currently using a $20/month pro plan. The user received SMS and calls for OTP to approve a $225 payment for this uninitiated plan. Fortunately, their bank blocked the card due to suspicious activity, preventing the charge. AI

IMPACT Indicates potential billing issues or security concerns with the Cursor AI coding assistant.

RANK_REASON User-reported issue with a specific software product.

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Cursor user reports unexpected $225 invoice for uninitiated plan

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  1. r/cursor TIER_2 English(EN) · /u/No_Nothing1584 ·

    Invoiced for uninitiated plan

    <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>I'm using the pro plan for 3 months 20$</p> <p>But suddenly last night I got SMS and calls for otp </p> <p>For approving payment of 225$ </p> <p>Cursor ultra which i dint even opt for</p> <p>Phew my bank blocked my card calling the payment suspic…