GRAMMARLY — Grammarly Bank Charge Explained

GRAMMARLY on your bank statement is a transaction descriptor for Grammarly, a subscription company. Grammarly is a writing assistant that checks grammar, spelling, clarity and tone, with a free tier and paid Premium plans. A recurring charge is your Premium subscription, often billed monthly, quarterly or annually.

What Is the GRAMMARLY Charge?

GRAMMARLY is a transaction descriptor for Grammarly, a subscription company.

Grammarly is a writing assistant that checks grammar, spelling, clarity and tone, with a free tier and paid Premium plans. A recurring charge is your Premium subscription, often billed monthly, quarterly or annually. It typically appears as GRAMMARLY on your statement.

This code appears on your bank statement because banks display a short payment reference — set by the merchant's payment processor — rather than the company's full trading name. The code GRAMMARLY is the official identifier that Grammarly registered with Visa or Mastercard.

Is the GRAMMARLY Charge Legitimate?

Grammarly is a well-known, legitimate company. Most charges from this merchant are authorised and relate to purchases or subscriptions you signed up for. If you don't recognise the charge, check your email for a receipt or log into your Grammarly account to review recent activity.

How Do I Cancel or Dispute a GRAMMARLY Charge?

  1. Identify the charge: Confirm the charge is from Grammarly by checking your email for a receipt or logging into your account on their website.
  2. Cancel your subscription: If you no longer want the service, log in to Grammarly and cancel your subscription through account settings before the next billing date.
  3. Contact the merchant: If you do not recognise the charge, contact Grammarly customer support and ask for an explanation and refund.
  4. Dispute with your bank: If the merchant does not resolve the issue, call the number on the back of your card and ask to raise a chargeback on the GRAMMARLY transaction. Provide the transaction date and amount.
  5. Section 75 rights: If you paid by credit card and the amount was over £100, you may have additional protection under Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act 1974.

What Other Names Does Grammarly Use on Bank Statements?

Grammarly may also appear on your statement as:

Frequently Asked Questions About GRAMMARLY

What is GRAMMARLY on my bank statement?

GRAMMARLY is a bank statement transaction code for Grammarly, a subscription company. Grammarly is a writing assistant that checks grammar, spelling, clarity and tone, with a free tier and paid Premium plans. A recurring charge is your Premium subscription, often billed monthly, quarterly or annually. It typically appears as GRAMMARLY on your statement. This descriptor appears because banks display a shortened payment code instead of the full company name.

Is GRAMMARLY a scam?

Grammarly is a well-known, legitimate company. Most charges from this merchant are authorised and relate to purchases or subscriptions you signed up for. If you don't recognise the charge, check your email for a receipt or log into your Grammarly account to review recent activity.

Why is GRAMMARLY on my bank statement?

GRAMMARLY appears on your statement because Grammarly processed a payment through their card payment provider. The code is set by their payment processor and is the official descriptor registered with Visa or Mastercard. Common reasons include a subscription renewal, a one-off purchase, or a trial period that has converted to a paid plan.

How do I cancel GRAMMARLY?

To stop GRAMMARLY charges from appearing on your statement, you need to cancel your Grammarly subscription or account. Log in to the Grammarly website, go to your account settings, and cancel your subscription. If you cannot find the cancellation option or do not recognise the charge, contact your bank to dispute it and block future payments.

How do I get a refund for a GRAMMARLY charge?

If you believe you have been charged incorrectly by Grammarly, first contact their customer support to request a refund. If they are unresponsive or unhelpful, contact your bank and ask to raise a chargeback. You typically have up to 120 days from the transaction date to raise a chargeback claim. For credit card purchases over £100, you may also be protected under Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act.

For more information about Grammarly and all its known transaction codes, visit the Grammarly merchant page.