Key Points
- Anthropic has introduced restrictive usage limits for Claude Code users
- The limits have been imposed without prior notice
- Heavy users of the service are experiencing the most significant impact
- Users are unsure of what to expect going forward
- Anthropic’s pricing system sets tiered limits without guaranteeing a set level of access
Changes to Usage Limits
Since Monday morning, Claude Code users have been experiencing restrictive usage limits. The problems seem to be concentrated among heavy users of the service, many of whom are on the $200-a-month Max plan. Users are only told “Claude usage limit reached,” and given a time when the limit will reset.
Many users have concluded that their subscription has been downgraded or that their usage is being inaccurately tracked. A user complained, saying “Your tracking of usage limits has changed and is no longer accurate.” When reached for comment, an Anthropic representative confirmed the issues but declined to elaborate further.
Broader Issues Within Anthropic’s Network
These problems have emerged alongside broader issues within Anthropic’s network. Many API users reported overload errors during the same period, and the company’s status page shows six separate issues during the past four days. Notably, the network still shows 100% uptime for the week.
While loading errors are commonplace, Anthropic’s new approach to usage limits has caused significant confusion among users, many of whom were unaware they were subject to usage limits. Part of the confusion comes from Anthropic’s pricing system, which sets tiered limits without ever guaranteeing a set level of access.
Source: techcrunch.com