GitHub Copilot transitions to usage-based billing with AI Credits model starting June 2026
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Summary
GitHub is transitioning all Copilot plans to usage-based billing starting June 1, 2026. Instead of counting premium requests, each plan will include a monthly allotment of GitHub AI Credits, with paid plans able to purchase additional usage. Usage will be calculated based on token consumption (input, output, and cached tokens) using listed API rates for each model. This change aims to align pricing with actual usage and create a sustainable business model for Copilot.
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Instead of counting premium requests, every Copilot plan will include a monthly allotment of GitHub AI Credits, with the option for paid plans to purchase additional usage.
Usage will be calculated based on token consumption, including input, output, and cached tokens, using the listed API rates for each model.
This change aligns Copilot pricing with actual usage and is an important step toward a sustainable, reliable Copilot business and experience for all users.
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