SKILLSHARE — Skillshare Bank Charge Explained

SKILLSHARE on your bank statement is a transaction descriptor for Skillshare, a subscription company. Skillshare is an online learning community focused on creative and professional skills. A recurring charge is your membership, usually billed annually after a trial, sometimes monthly.

What Is the SKILLSHARE Charge?

SKILLSHARE is a transaction descriptor for Skillshare, a subscription company.

Skillshare is an online learning community focused on creative and professional skills. A recurring charge is your membership, usually billed annually after a trial, sometimes monthly. It typically appears as SKILLSHARE 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 SKILLSHARE is the official identifier that Skillshare registered with Visa or Mastercard.

Is the SKILLSHARE Charge Legitimate?

Skillshare 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 Skillshare account to review recent activity.

How Do I Cancel or Dispute a SKILLSHARE Charge?

  1. Identify the charge: Confirm the charge is from Skillshare 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 Skillshare and cancel your subscription through account settings before the next billing date.
  3. Contact the merchant: If you do not recognise the charge, contact Skillshare 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 SKILLSHARE 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 Skillshare Use on Bank Statements?

Skillshare may also appear on your statement as:

Frequently Asked Questions About SKILLSHARE

What is SKILLSHARE on my bank statement?

SKILLSHARE is a bank statement transaction code for Skillshare, a subscription company. Skillshare is an online learning community focused on creative and professional skills. A recurring charge is your membership, usually billed annually after a trial, sometimes monthly. It typically appears as SKILLSHARE on your statement. This descriptor appears because banks display a shortened payment code instead of the full company name.

Is SKILLSHARE a scam?

Skillshare 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 Skillshare account to review recent activity.

Why is SKILLSHARE on my bank statement?

SKILLSHARE appears on your statement because Skillshare 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 SKILLSHARE?

To stop SKILLSHARE charges from appearing on your statement, you need to cancel your Skillshare subscription or account. Log in to the Skillshare 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 SKILLSHARE charge?

If you believe you have been charged incorrectly by Skillshare, 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 Skillshare and all its known transaction codes, visit the Skillshare merchant page.