The short answer
The registry records Docker Desktop & Hub Container Subscription as a possible interpretation of DOCKER* SUBSCRIPTION. This descriptor-to-company association has not passed claim-level evidence review. Compare the exact line, amount and posted status with your own receipt or account activity; the name alone cannot confirm the merchant or whether you authorized the payment.
What do the parts of DOCKER* SUBSCRIPTION mean?
- DOCKER * SUBSCRIPTION
- Before the asterisk, "DOCKER" usually names the platform or parent company. After it, "SUBSCRIPTION" usually names the product, store or order. How descriptors work →
The notes below are unreviewed registry explanations, not confirmation of merchant identity, authorization or current policy. Claim-level source review is pending for this entry.
Why it shows up like this
Unreviewed registry note: The charge descriptor DOCKER* SUBSCRIPTION on your banking or corporate credit card statement represents a recurring software fee from Docker, Inc. Docker produces containerization tools that software engineers use alongside development platforms like GitHub and hosting providers like DigitalOcean. This payment covers a Docker Desktop & Hub Container Subscription, granting developers access to container image builds and cloud storage repositories on Docker Hub.
Unreviewed registry note: Billing occurs on a recurring monthly or annual schedule based on the assigned user seat count. Software engineers pay $5 monthly for Docker Pro, while development teams pay $9 per user each month for Docker Team plans. Commercial software licensing rules require organizations with more than 250 employees or annual revenues topping $10 million to purchase paid subscriptions for Docker Desktop. An unexpected line item often occurs when a company software engineer upgrades a seat or when an annual enterprise contract automatically renews.
Don’t recognize it? You might still
Unreviewed registry note: Many developer software charges arise from automated compliance upgrades when engineering departments exceed the free tier revenue threshold.
- Unreviewed registry note: A business with over $10 million in revenue purchased commercial Docker Desktop licenses for compliance.
- Unreviewed registry note: A developer subscribed to Docker Pro for unlimited private Docker Hub image repositories.
- Unreviewed registry note: An annual Team plan renewed on your company credit card.
What to do, in order
- Sign in to Docker Hub Unreviewed registry note: review to hub.docker.com and log in with your Docker ID.
- Review Billing and Invoices Unreviewed registry note: Click on your profile avatar > Billing to inspect active organization subscriptions and receipts.
Quick questions
Who is required to pay for Docker Desktop?
Unreviewed registry note: Docker requires a paid subscription (Pro, Team, or Business) for commercial companies with more than 250 employees or over $10 million in annual revenue.
Dispute Rights & Fraud Prevention
Unreviewed registry note: Credit card issuers provide formal dispute protections under the Fair Credit Billing Act to investigate unrecognized corporate software transactions.
Independent reference — not affiliated with Docker, Inc.. Billing names and policies change; verify with the merchant or your bank before acting.
Sources and evidence
Sources may support different parts of this page. A company homepage does not establish a statement descriptor, refund policy or contact detail. Check the claim notes and your own receipt before acting.
- Docker Subscription Billing Documentation https://docs.docker.com
- CFPB: Disputing Credit Card Charges https://www.consumerfinance.gov
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