Is "CLEAR SUBSCRIPTION" fraud?

The Guide to Understanding Why You Were Charged By “CLEAR SUBSCRIPTION” and What To Do About It (clear.app)

Published

December 13, 2025

Updated

December 14, 2025

What is "CLEAR SUBSCRIPTION"?

Clear at clear.app helps you manage and keep track of your subscriptions in one place, making it easy to see what you're signed up for and when payments are due. They also offer features to help cancel unwanted subscriptions, so you don't pay for things you may not use. If you see a charge from them, it likely relates to one of their subscription management services.

CLEAR: This indicates that a previous action or agreement is being terminated or ended, such as canceling a subscription.
SUBSCRIPTION: This refers to a service or product that you pay for regularly, like a streaming service or magazine delivery.

Verify With Receipt

The best way to tell if this charge is fraudulent is to find the receipt. You may have an electronic copy of the receipt, which Chargeback can help you find by searching your email accounts.

Chargeback helps you identify unwanted subscriptions and charges, and help you fight them to get your money back.

Why do people get charges like this from Clear?

Subscription Fees: Many customers report being charged for subscription plans that renew automatically unless canceled before the renewal date.
In-App Purchases: Users have noted charges stemming from additional features or upgrades that require payment within the app.
Service Fees: Some users mentioned fees associated with specific services offered through the app that may not be immediately clear during sign-up.
Trial Period Charges: There are complaints about being charged after a free trial period, especially when users forget to cancel before the trial ends.
Multiple Accounts: Customers have indicated that having multiple accounts can lead to unintentional charges due to overlapping subscriptions.
Family Sharing Plans: Users shared their experiences of being charged when family members sign up for separate accounts under the same billing method.
Currency Conversion Fees: International users have reported additional charges related to currency conversion when purchasing services or subscriptions.
Forgotten Transactions: Some customers mentioned charges that they didn't remember authorizing, leading to debates about potential

If I see this charge, what should I do?

if you see this charge and aren’t expecting it, you have various options.

First, try to contact the clear.app via one of the support methods we listed below and inquire about the charge. See if they will refund it and cancel any associated subscriptions you might have.

If the clear.app refused to issue a refund or you cannot get in touch with the company, call your bank or financial institution and open a credit card dispute. Record screenshot evidence from your prior conversations with clear.app, and use that to open your credit card dispute. Tell your bank or credit card issuer that you do not recognize the charge and do not recall signing up for the service.

If this sounds like too much of a hassle, you can have Chargeback do it for you.

Clear Customer Service Info

If you need assistance, here's how you can get in touch with Clear's support team.

Disclaimer

Chargeback is an independent consumer resource that provides educational information to help users understand how to cancel, manage, or request refunds for various subscriptions. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any of the companies mentioned on this site. All trademarks, logos, and brand names are the property of their respective owners.

The information we provide is based on publicly available sources and user reports and may contain inaccuracies or become outdated over time. Our guides are intended for general informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as official company instructions or legal advice.

Consumers are solely responsible for reviewing their own contracts, terms of service, and refund or cancellation obligations before taking any action. Nothing on this site should be interpreted as legal, financial, or contractual guidance.

Chargeback does not encourage or condone disputing valid charges, misrepresenting transactions, or taking any action that could violate a company’s terms, service agreement, or applicable laws. We promote fair, transparent, and lawful communication between consumers and businesses.

Phone

(833) 253-2773

support@clear.app

Site

https://clear.app/support

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What other ways do charges from Clear show up?

CLEAR CLEAR ID CLEAR APP CLEAR SERVICE CLEAR MEMBERSHIP CLEAR RECURRING CLEAR TRANSACTION CLEAR BILLING CLEAR SUBSCRIPTION CLEAR CHECKOUT

The Easiest Way to Cancel Clear

If you're frustrated trying to cancel your subscription, membership, or bill from Clear—or if you didn't even realize you were being charged—Chargeback can help. Chargeback is a personal subscription manager that automatically detects hidden, recurring charges like Netflix, Hulu, and hundreds of others. With one click, we can cancel unwanted subscriptions, flag suspicious billing, and even initiate refund requests on your behalf. No more waiting on hold or navigating confusing help pages. Just connect your bank or email account, and we'll take care of the rest.