
May 31, 2026
✦India Today
GitHub Copilot users report massive bill increases after Microsoft switches to token-based pricing
GitHub Copilot users are seeing huge bill jumps because Microsoft changed how they charge. Starting June 1, it's no longer a fixed price but based on "tokens" used. Some developers are shocked, with one saying their bill could go from $29 to $750. This new way of charging is making the tool "stupidly expensive" for many.