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Pika Subscription or Videos Missing After Login

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Workaround available
platforms:
Web, iOS
updated:
November 15, 2026
reports:
2
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RUNBOOK · pika/account-subscription-missing4 FIXES

// quick answer

Pika's FAQ says Google and Apple sign-ins can create two separate accounts, even with the same email. If your plan or videos are missing, log out and sign in with the method you used when you subscribed.

Most likely fix: Switch sign-in method

How to fix it

// try these in order, the most common fix is first

  1. FIX 1Switch sign-in method

    1. 01Log out of pika.art
    2. 02Sign in with the other method (Google or Apple) and check Subscription
    Did this fix it?
  2. FIX 2Wait for payment sync

    1. 01Allow up to an hour after paying, then reload
    Did this fix it?
  3. FIX 3Check where you paid

    1. 01Web payments show under Subscription > Payment methods > Manage in Stripe
    2. 02iOS payments are in your Apple subscriptions
    Did this fix it?
  4. FIX 4Contact support with the sign-in method

    1. 01pika.art/support, include your email and which sign-in you used
    Did this fix it?

Symptoms

Account shows Free plan after paying, empty Library, or credits missing after signing in.

Why it happens

  • C-01Signed in with Google instead of Apple (or vice versa)
  • C-02Payment still syncing
  • C-03iOS purchase tied to the Apple ID, not the web account

// this guide also covers

  • pika account missing
  • pika subscription not showing
  • pika paid but still free
  • pika login problem

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