Perplexity Pro Not Showing After Payment
Workaround available Web, iOS, Android Updated November 13, 2026Based on 3 user reportsHow we research
Quick answer
Pro can take a few minutes to activate. Sign out and back in with the subscribing account and check billing.
Most likely fix: Refresh your session
How to fix it
Try these in order — the most common fix is first.
1. Refresh your session
- Wait up to 15 minutes
- Sign out fully and sign in again
- Use the same email you subscribed with
Did this fix it?2. Check billing
- Settings > Subscription: confirm active plan
- Look for failed payment or expired card
- If bought in the app, check App Store or Google Play subscriptions
Did this fix it?3. Contact support
- Help > Contact Support with your payment receipt
Did this fix it?
Symptoms
You paid for Pro but still see Free limits or locked models.
Why it happens
- Activation delay
- Signed in with a different email
- Failed or pending payment
- App Store purchase tied to another account
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