Claude subscriptions no longer cover third-party harness usage
Claude has announced changes to how subscriptions work with third-party harnesses. Starting tomorrow at 12pm PT, Claude subscriptions will no longer cover usage on third-party harnesses like OpenClaw.
Key Details
Here are the specific changes and options:
- Timing: Changes take effect tomorrow at 12pm PT
- Subscription coverage: Claude subscriptions no longer cover usage on third-party harnesses
- Alternative access methods: You can still use these harnesses with:
- Your Claude login via extra usage bundles (now available at a discount)
- A Claude API key
- Reason for change: Claude states their subscriptions weren't built for the usage patterns of third-party harnesses, and they're prioritizing customers using their products and API directly
- Compensation: Subscribers get a one-time credit equal to your monthly plan cost
- Additional options: If you need more usage, you can buy discounted usage bundles
- Refund option: To request a full refund, look for a link in your email tomorrow
- Agent SDK status: No changes to Agent SDK at this time
The company cites capacity management as a key factor, stating they're working to meet increased demand for Claude while managing resources thoughtfully.
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