You intended to pay month by month.
You selected what looked like a monthly option.
Then the charge hits.
The amount is far higher than expected.
Only after checking the receipt do you realize it was an annual plan.
This mistake usually happens because pricing options are displayed side by side.
Why This Confusion Is Common
- Monthly and annual plans are shown on the same screen
- Annual plans are visually highlighted as “recommended”
- The total yearly price appears smaller than the monthly total at first glance
- Billing period details are shown in small text
What to Check Immediately
- Look at the billing cycle listed on the receipt
- Check whether the charge is labeled as annual or yearly
- Review the subscription start and renewal dates
- Confirm which plan was selected at checkout
What This Is Not
- Not a double charge
- Not a pricing error
- Not an automatic upgrade
Choosing an annual plan instead of a monthly one is usually a selection mistake, not a billing system issue.