Medium impact

OpenAI says my prepaid credits were consumed, refuses to show any record

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What happened

A customer of OpenAI's paid service reported that their prepaid credits were unexpectedly consumed, but OpenAI refused to provide a record of the transaction, leading to a loss of trust and a decision to cancel the subscription. This incident highlights the importance of transparency and customer support in AI services. The customer's experience may reflect a broader issue with OpenAI's billing system or customer service.

Why it matters

This incident may set a precedent for other customers to question the reliability and trustworthiness of OpenAI's services, potentially affecting the company's reputation and customer base in the AI industry.

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