The short answer
A PLANETSCALE* DB charge is a monthly database hosting and branching subscription from PlanetScale, Inc. for MySQL-compatible serverless database clusters.
Why it shows up like this
PlanetScale is a database platform built on Vitess that provides horizontal sharding and non-blocking schema migrations. The descriptor reads PLANETSCALE* DB, PLANETSCALE INC, or PLANETSCALE.COM.
Charges reflect baseline subscription tiers (such as the Scaler plan starting at $39/month) along with storage and read/write unit consumption.
Don’t recognize it? Common scenarios
- A production web application is running its primary MySQL backend on PlanetScale.
- An organization subscribed to the Scaler or Team tier to enable automated branch backups and higher connection concurrency.
- High database read and write volume exceeded plan allowances.
How to locate the invoice and cancel
- Log in to PlanetScale Visit app.planetscale.com and log in with your administrative account.
- Review Organization Billing Select your organization and review to Settings > Billing to check current plans and invoices.
- Delete Database or Downgrade Delete unused database branches or cancel the paid plan subscription.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if I delete my PlanetScale database?
Deleting the database immediately stops resource usage. Be sure to export your data before deleting, as production branches are permanently removed.
Does PlanetScale charge for dormant branches?
Yes. Storage and provisioned branch clusters incur fees while active in your organization.
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 PlanetScale, 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.
- PlanetScale Billing Overview https://planetscale.com
- FTC: Disputing Credit Card Charges https://consumer.ftc.gov
Reviewed Aug 15, 2026 · high · About UnknownCharges