Intercom

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Intercom is a customer communications platform that provides live chat, in-app messaging, help desk, and customer support automation tools for businesses.

San Francisco, CA

About Intercom

Intercom is a customer communications and support platform used by businesses to manage live chat, in‑app messaging, email campaigns, and help desk ticketing. Companies use Intercom to provide real‑time support on their websites and apps, automate customer onboarding, and offer self‑service help centers. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, CA, and its tools are typically used by customer support, sales, and product teams at SaaS companies, online retailers, and other digital businesses.

An Intercom charge usually appears on a bank or card statement when a business pays for a software subscription to Intercom’s services. Most customers are billed on a recurring basis (monthly or annually) for a software plan that may include a base platform fee plus charges for additional teammates, support seats, or the number of people reached with messages. You might also see charges related to add‑ons such as automation, product tours, or advanced support features, as well as prorated amounts when upgrading, downgrading, or changing billing cycles. Some accounts may show trial conversions where a free trial automatically rolls into a paid plan if not cancelled.

If you don’t recognize an Intercom charge, first check whether your company, employer, or a business you manage uses Intercom for customer support or messaging on its website or app. Log into the Intercom workspace associated with your email to review billing details, invoices, and recent payments under Settings → Billing, or contact your internal finance/admin owner who manages SaaS tools. If you still have questions, you can reach Intercom support by visiting intercom.com and using the chat widget or help center to submit a request; have the last 4 digits of the card, charge date, amount, and any invoice numbers ready so they can quickly locate and explain or correct the billing.

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  1. INTERCOM R D +13124297227 IE

Frequently Asked Questions

Why am I seeing a recurring charge from Intercom on my company card?

Intercom is billed as a recurring subscription for customer messaging and support software, typically monthly or annually. The charge usually covers a base plan plus any additional seats or usage (such as people reached or active contacts). Check your Intercom workspace under Settings → Billing → Invoices to see the exact plan and line items associated with the charge.

What are typical Intercom subscription amounts I might see on my statement?

Intercom pricing is customized based on features, seats, and usage, so amounts can vary widely—from a few hundred dollars per month for smaller teams to several thousand per month for larger organizations. Many statements will show round figures (e.g., $199, $399, $899 or higher) corresponding to plan fees plus add‑ons. The precise amount and currency are listed on your Intercom invoice, available in your account’s Billing section.

How do I cancel or downgrade our Intercom subscription to stop future charges?

An Intercom workspace admin can cancel or change the plan by going to Settings → Billing in the Intercom dashboard and selecting the option to change or cancel the subscription. Intercom generally continues service until the end of the current billing period, so you will not usually receive a partial refund for unused time. Make sure you export any important data and confirm the effective cancellation date shown on the billing page.

How can I request a refund or dispute an unexpected Intercom charge?

If you believe you were charged in error—for example, after a mistaken upgrade or an unintentional renewal—contact Intercom support as soon as possible. Go to intercom.com, open the chat widget, or log into your workspace and use the in‑app messenger or Help Center to contact billing support; include your workspace name, charge amount, charge date, and invoice number. Refunds are handled on a case‑by‑case basis according to Intercom’s terms of service and billing policies, so a support representative will review your situation and confirm what’s possible.

Why do I see multiple Intercom charges or a partial (prorated) amount this month?

Multiple Intercom charges in a short period often occur when you change plans, add or remove teammates, or switch from monthly to annual billing. In these cases, Intercom may bill a prorated amount to cover the difference between your old and new plan for the remainder of the billing cycle. You can see a detailed breakdown of these adjustments on your invoice under Settings → Billing → Invoices in your Intercom workspace.

Can Intercom place authorization holds or small test charges on my card?

Intercom may run a small temporary authorization when you first add or update a payment method to verify the card, though this is less common than with consumer apps. If it occurs, it will typically appear as a small pending amount and then disappear automatically once the bank releases the hold. Only posted transactions that remain on your statement after a few business days represent actual Intercom charges for service.

How do I confirm which account or workspace an Intercom charge belongs to?

If your organization uses multiple Intercom workspaces or you manage several businesses, the charge may be tied to a specific workspace. Log into Intercom with any email addresses you use for business tools and check Settings → Billing in each workspace to match the charge amount and date to an invoice. If you still can’t identify it, contact Intercom support via intercom.com with the last 4 digits of the card, the exact amount, currency, and date of the charge so they can locate the associated account.

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