The short answer
A BITWARDEN* PREMIUM charge is an open-source password manager and security vault subscription from Bitwarden, Inc.
Why it shows up like this
Bitwarden provides open-source password management and encrypted credential vaults. Statements read BITWARDEN* PREMIUM, BITWARDEN INC, or BITWARDEN.COM.
Individual Premium costs a flat $10 per year ($0.83/month), while Families plans cost $40 per year for up to 6 users.
Don’t recognize it? You might still
- An annual $10 Premium plan renewed on its yearly anniversary.
- A $40 annual Families organization subscription auto-renewed.
- A business organization subscribed for employee single sign-on (SSO) integration.
What to do, in order
- Sign in to Bitwarden Web Vault Open vault.bitwarden.com and log in with your master password.
- Check Account Settings review to Settings > Subscription to view your active plan and renewal date.
- Cancel Subscription Click Cancel Subscription to downgrade to the free plan at the end of the term.
Quick questions
Why is Bitwarden only $10 on my statement?
Bitwarden Premium is priced at $10 billed once per year, which unlocks 1GB encrypted file storage, YubiKey support, and authenticator TOTP keys.
Is Bitwarden still free if I cancel Premium?
Yes. Bitwarden's core password manager with unlimited devices and passwords remains 100% free forever.
Dispute Rights & Fraud Prevention
If you suspect this charge is unauthorized or incorrect, federal regulations protect your payment card.
Review your recent statements carefully and notify your financial institution within 60 days of the statement date.
What should I do if I do not recognize this charge?
First check with household or team members who have permission to use your account. If the transaction was not authorized by anyone on your card, contact your bank or card issuer immediately to report it. Under the Fair Credit Billing Act (FCBA), you have 60 days from the statement date to dispute unauthorized credit card charges.
How long does a billing dispute take to resolve?
Under federal rules, your bank must acknowledge your written inquiry within 30 days and resolve the dispute within two billing cycles (up to 90 days). The bank typically issues a provisional credit while they investigate.
Independent reference — not affiliated with Bitwarden, Inc.. Billing names and policies change; verify with the merchant or your bank before acting.
Verified sources
Every claim on this page is checked against official sources — open them to confirm before you call your bank.
- Bitwarden About Billing Documentation https://bitwarden.com
- FTC: Disputing Credit Card Charges https://consumer.ftc.gov
Reviewed Aug 15, 2026 · high · About UnknownCharges