The short answer
A charge from OPENAI* WHISPER AUDIO corresponds to OpenAI API speech-to-text transcription, audio translation, or pay-as-you-go developer billing from OpenAI, LLC.
Why it shows up like this
OpenAI Whisper is an automatic speech recognition (ASR) neural network that transcribes and translates spoken audio into text.
Descriptors include OPENAI* WHISPER AUDIO, OPENAI *API, or OPENAI SAN FRANCISCO. Pricing is billed per minute of processed audio ($0.006 per minute) on prepaid developer credit balances.
Don’t recognize it? Common scenarios
- A developer integrated the OpenAI Whisper API into a voice-enabled app or meeting assistant.
- Auto-recharge triggered on an OpenAI developer platform account to maintain API credit balances.
- High-volume batch audio transcription was processed through developer API keys.
How to locate the invoice and cancel
- Sign in to OpenAI Platform Go to platform.openai.com and log in with your developer account credentials.
- Inspect Usage & Billing review to Settings > Billing to review API credit consumption, invoices, and auto-recharge thresholds.
- Disable Auto-Recharge Toggle off Auto-recharge and delete active API keys to stop further usage charges.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is OpenAI Whisper billed under ChatGPT Plus?
No, ChatGPT Plus ($20/month) is a consumer chatbot subscription, while Whisper API charges occur on the OpenAI developer platform.
How do I stop auto-recharges on OpenAI API?
Go to platform.openai.com > Settings > Billing and disable the Auto-recharge toggle.
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 OpenAI, LLC. 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.
- OpenAI API Pricing & Audio Models https://openai.com
- CFPB: Disputing Unrecognized Charges https://www.consumerfinance.gov
Reviewed Aug 15, 2026 · high · About UnknownCharges