GitHub Copilot Implements Usage-Based Pricing Model

In April 2026, GitHub announced a transition from request-based billing to a usage-based pricing model for its AI-powered Copilot service. As this new pricing model took effect on June 1, 2026, many users reported significant increases in costs due to their previous usage patterns. Users shared statistics on social media indicating that a few hours of AI usage could quickly deplete their monthly allotment of AI credits. Some users noted that they used up their entire monthly quota in less than a day. Previously, Copilot subscribers had a set number of requests based on their payment tier, but the new model has led to estimates suggesting that prior usage could result in bills amounting to thousands of dollars under the new system.