Account management basics

Manage payment methods


On this page: Add a payment method > Edit a payment method > Update a payment method for auto-renewing subscriptions > Delete a payment method > Troubleshoot payment issues > FAQs

 

You can choose from several payment options for your subscription, which may include credit and debit cards, PayPal, pay by invoice, or bank transfer. 

 

Other payment methods may be available depending on your country. You can edit or delete existing payment methods, or add a new payment method, either individually or in bulk in your Autodesk account.

 

Note: These payment method features may not be available for every subscription or country, and only purchasers can access them.


Add a payment method

If you want to use a new payment method for future payments, follow the steps below. If the subscription purchaser has changed and the payment profile is cleared, these steps will also help you add a new payment method.

 

Add a payment method:

  1. Sign in to your Autodesk account.
  2. Go to Billing and Orders > Payment Methods.
  3. Select the button + Add payment method.
  4. Make sure you select your country under See available payment methods in to view the options for your location.
  5. Choose one of the available payment methods.
  6. Fill in the required information.
  7. Click Save.

Now you can use your new payment method to make purchases or link it to an existing subscription for renewal.

Edit a payment method

If you need to update your payment details, like your credit card’s expiration date, use the Edit option for your payment method. Be aware this won’t update your customer details used to calculate applicable taxes at checkout and renewal, and printed on invoices and receipts. To change those, go to Customer details.

 

Edit your existing payment method:

  1. Sign in to your Autodesk account.
  2. Go to Billing and Orders > Payment Methods.
  3. On one of your payment methods, select Edit.
  4. Enter the revised information for the payment method.
  5. Click Save.

Note: You can also go to Billing and Orders > Subscriptions and Contracts, and select an individual product to add or edit a payment method. 

Update a payment method for auto-renewing subscriptions

You should follow the steps below whenever you need to update the payment method for one or multiple active auto-renewing subscriptions, such as when you receive a new credit card or want to switch your payment from a credit card to PayPal. This helps make sure your auto-renewal goes through without any problems.

Update payment method for an individual subscription

  1. Sign in to your Autodesk account.
  2. Go to Billing and orders > Subscriptions and contracts.
  3. Select a product to view your subscription details.
  4. Under Payment, select Change payment method.
  5. Choose an existing payment method or add a new one.
  6. Select Change payment method to save.

Update payment method for multiple subscriptions

  1. Sign in to your Autodesk account.
  2. Go to Billing and orders > Subscriptions and contracts.
  3. Under the Bulk actions menu, choose Change payment method.
  4. You can view all your subscriptions that use the same currency together. To see subscriptions purchased in a different currency, use the currency field. Payment methods and available currencies depend on your country.
  5. Select the subscriptions you want to update.
  6. Select Continue.
  7. Follow the on-screen instructions to switch to an existing payment method or enter information for a new payment method.
  8. Select Change payment method to save.

To see all your payment methods in one place and make changes in your Autodesk account, navigate to Billing and orders and select the Payment methods tab. Here you can edit, delete, or change the payment method associated with each subscription.

Delete a payment method

If your payment method has expired or isn't working and you want to remove it from your Autodesk account, use the steps below. Before deleting a payment method, make sure all your auto-renewing subscriptions are linked to a different saved payment method.

 

Note: In some countries, you can save only one payment method for all your subscriptions. Because of this, you won’t see the option to delete a payment method.

Delete a payment method with no linked subscriptions

  1. Sign in to your Autodesk account
  2. Go to Billing and orders > Payment methods.
  3. Look for the payment method you want to delete.
  4. Select Delete.
  5. Choose Delete payment method to confirm your action.
  6. A confirmation box appears in the upper right and lets you know that you deleted your payment method.

Delete a payment method with linked subscriptions

  1. Sign in to your Autodesk account.
  2. Go to Billing and orders > Payment methods.
  3. Look for the payment method you want to delete.
  4. Select View subscriptions.
  5. Select Change payment method to pick a new payment method that will replace the one you plan to delete.
  6. Follow the on-screen prompts to choose a new payment method.
  7. Select Review to save the new payment method and link it to your auto-renewing subscription.
  8. Now that you don’t have any auto-renewing subscriptions linked to this payment method, you can delete it from your account.

Troubleshoot payment issues

  • Payment error upon renewal: If you encounter a payment error on renewal, you can edit your current payment method or add a new payment method and wait for the auto-renewal to retry, typically within 24 hours. You will receive an email confirmation when your order has been processed. Follow the directions under Update a payment method.
    You can also choose to renew in checkout after a payment error. Select Renew next to the subscription on Subscriptions and contracts. Follow the on-screen instructions for your payment method, and complete your renewal purchase. You will receive an email confirmation.
  • Updated payment method: After you update your payment method, our system needs up to 24 hours to process the changes. If your payment isn’t approved with the new payment method, we’ll send you an email after we automatically try to process the payment. If your subscription has already passed its renewal date, you can also choose to renew in checkout after a payment error. Select Renew next to the subscription on Subscriptions and contracts.
    To avoid future issues, check with your bank or card issuer to make sure they allow automatic charges from Autodesk.
  • Card number and expiration date: Check that your card number and expiration date are correct in your payment method. If you need to make changes, update your payment method for your auto-renewing subscription instead of editing the existing one. When you update your payment method after your subscription renewal date, we’ll automatically try to charge it again within 24 hours.
  • Name and billing address: Verify that the name and billing address stored for your payment method match the name and address on record with your payment provider. 
  • Purchase limits: Your bank or card issuer might set a limit on how much you can spend per purchase or each day. Even if you have enough funds, your bank or card issuer could still decline the charge. Contact your bank or card issuer to confirm your purchase limit. 

FAQs

Why was my renewal payment declined even though I updated my payment method?

Decline reasons vary based on your payment method, country or payment provider. Common reasons include not enough funds, your payment provider refusing the transaction, incorrect card details, or an expired card.

 

If your payment doesn’t go through, update your payment method. You can wait up to 24 hours for us to try again, or select Renew next to your subscription in Subscriptions and contracts to renew immediately. If your payment details are correct but the payment still doesn’t go through, contact your payment provider. If you have more questions about updating your payment method, connect with support through the Autodesk Assistant.

My card is blocked or expired. What do I do so my subscription gets renewed?

If your card is blocked, contact your bank or card issuer to unblock it and make sure they approve automatic charges from Autodesk. Our system will try over several days to process the payment using your subscription’s card. If a charge attempt fails, we’ll send you an email. You can also select Renew next to your subscription in Subscriptions and contracts to attempt renewal immediately.

 

If your card is expired, update your payment method for auto-renewing subscriptions in your Autodesk account. If your subscription is already past its renewal date, after you update your card, you can either select Renew next to your subscription in Subscriptions and contracts to attempt renewal immediately or allow at least 24 hours for our system to automatically process the payment with your new card. We will send you a confirmation email if the update succeeds, or an email stating we could not process your payment if it fails. Contact your bank or card issuer if the payment fails again.

What happens to my subscription if I miss updating an expired card before the renewal date?

Action required email: If we can’t process your payment on your renewal date, we’ll email you to let you know your auto-renew payment has failed.
 

Expired Stage: Your subscription enters the Expired stage. We’ll try to process your payment three more times, every 5 days after your renewal date. During these 15 days, you can still renew your subscription by updating your payment method.
 

Suspended Stage: After 15 days, your subscription moves to the Suspended stage and you lose product access. We’ll attempt payment two more times, on day 20 and day 25 for monthly subscriptions, or on day 20 and day 40 for annual and multi-year subscriptions.
 

Canceled Stage: If we still can’t process your payment, your subscription will be canceled. 30 days after your renewal date for monthly subscriptions, and 45 days after for annual and multi-year subscriptions. Once canceled, you can’t renew or reactivate the subscription. You will need to buy a new subscription to access the product again.

If I update my payment method after my subscription renewal date, how long will it take for the payment to be processed?

After you update your payment method for an overdue renewal, please allow up to 24 hours for our system to process your payment with the new card or updated payment details. You can also use the Renew button next to your subscription in Subscriptions and contracts to attempt renewal immediately. We’ll send you a confirmation email once your payment goes through and your subscription is renewed. To avoid any interruption in your access to Autodesk products, update your payment method as soon as possible after receiving a failed payment notification.

How do I update my subscription with a new card if my current card doesn’t have enough funds for the renewal?

If your card doesn’t have enough funds, you usually don’t need to update it in your Autodesk account. Add more funds to cover your renewal cost, and we’ll automatically try the payment again in 4 to 5 days. If you’ve added more funds and want to attempt renewal right away, you can also use the Renew button next to your subscription in Subscriptions and contracts.

 

If you want to use a new card for your renewal, select the Renew button next to your subscription in Subscriptions and contracts to add a new card and attempt renewal immediately. You can also go to the Change a payment method for auto-renewing subscriptions section in this article and follow the steps. After you update your card, within 24 hours, our system will automatically attempt to charge your new payment method.

Can I just update my card’s expiration date, or do I need to add it as a new payment method?

If your subscription hasn’t reached its renewal date, you can update your card’s expiration date by editing your payment method. If we already tried to renew your subscription and the payment failed because of an incorrect expiration date, you’ll need to update your payment method for auto-renewing subscriptions. Our system will try again automatically within 24 hours with the new information. You can also enter all your card details and renew through checkout with the Renew button next to your subscription in Subscriptions and contracts.

 

Keep in mind, you may not see the option to edit or update your payment method in every country. If you don’t see these options, please contact support by opening the Autodesk Assistant and requesting an agent.

Can I switch from one payment method to another for my subscription renewal?

You can switch your payment method in your Autodesk account, but this option is not available in every country. If you don’t see this option, please contact support by opening the Autodesk Assistant and requesting an agent.

Can I use multiple payment methods for one subscription? Or an alternative payment method if the current one fails?

In most countries, you can save several payment methods in your Autodesk account, but you can only link one payment method to your subscription at a time. If a payment does not go through, update your payment method. You can’t use more than one payment method for a single subscription at the same time.

What payment methods are accepted?

You can choose from different payment methods depending on your country. Go to your country or nearest regional site. Select your product and complete the secure checkout to see which payment options are available. You can also see the available payment methods for your country when you add a new payment method in your Autodesk account. 

How can I tell if a charge on my bank statement is from Autodesk?

You can identify Autodesk charges on your bank statement by looking for Autodesk ADY* or CB*Autodesk.

Will editing my payment method details change the customer details on my invoice?

No. In countries where editing payment methods is available, updating them won't change the customer details used to calculate applicable taxes at checkout and renewal, and printed on invoices and receipts. If you want to change your customer information, go to the Customer details tab or in the specific subscription page under Subscription and contracts. If you cannot edit your customer details, such as when your account has tax exempt status and you need to update your information, open the Autodesk Assistant and request an agent for support. 

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