The short answer
This charge is for a premium subscription to DataCamp, an online learning platform specializing in data science, Python, R, SQL, and AI programming skills.
Why am I being billed by DataCamp?
A line item showing DATACAMP * SUBSCRIPTION represents a recurring payment for a Coding Platform Subscription from DataCamp Inc. DataCamp offers browser-based training in data science and Python programming. When your statement lists DATACAMP * SUBSCRIPTION or DATACAMP INC, a card linked to your household or workplace was used to purchase a monthly or annual learner membership.
Most cardholders see this charge because of an annual auto-renewal. DataCamp heavily promotes yearly plans that offer substantial discounts compared to monthly billing. Once that initial twelve-month term concludes, the platform bills the renewal automatically at the regular prevailing rate, often between $149 and $300. Another common cause is a monthly membership that was activated for a specific course and left running in the background.
Because DataCamp maintains a strict no-refund policy in their terms of service, stopping the auto-renewal promptly is essential. You can manage your account by logging in at datacamp.com and opening Account Settings. From there, select Stop Automatic Billing under the Subscriptions tab. If you believe your card was billed fraudulently, reach out directly to DataCamp support and notify your card issuer to block future transactions.
Why is the charge so large?
DataCamp heavily promotes annual billing. If you signed up during a promotional period a year ago, you may have just been hit with the full-price annual renewal fee.
Does DataCamp offer a money-back guarantee?
No, DataCamp explicitly states in their terms of service that all subscription fees are non-refundable, even if you forgot to cancel before the renewal date.
How to cancel a DataCamp subscription
To avoid future billing, you must cancel your subscription directly in your account settings before the next renewal date.
Deleting the app from your phone or stopping usage will not cancel the billing. You must formally downgrade your account to the free tier.
- Log In Sign in to DataCamp.com on a desktop browser.
- Account Settings Click on your profile icon in the top right and select 'Account Settings'.
- Subscriptions Go to the 'Subscriptions' tab, click 'Stop Automatic Billing', and follow the prompts.
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Verified sources
Every claim on this page is checked against official sources — open them to confirm before you call your bank.
- DataCamp Refund Policy https://support.datacamp.com
- CFPB Cardholder Dispute & Billing Rights Guide https://www.consumerfinance.gov/ask-cfpb/how-do-i-dispute-a-charge-on-my-credit-card-en-1965/
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