Software developer using an AI coding assistant like Claude Code at a workspace, representing the new pricing policy.
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Anthropic Claude Code Pricing Shifts: Subscribers Hit with New Fees for OpenClaw and Third-Party Tools

Anthropic has abruptly changed how its Claude Code service works with external tools. Starting April 4, 2026, subscribers can no longer use their standard subscription limits for third-party integrations like OpenClaw. They must now pay extra. This move reshapes the economics of AI-assisted coding and has sparked immediate backlash from developers. Anthropic’s New Claude Code […]