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Pangram verdict · v3.3

We believe that this text is a mix of AI and human-written content.

50 %

AI likelihood · overall

Mixed
53% human-written 47% AI-generated
SEGMENTS · HUMAN 1 of 3
SEGMENTS · AI 1 of 3
WORD COUNT 337
PEAK AI % 70% · §2
Analyzed
Aug 18
backend: pangram/v3.3
Segments scanned
3 windows
avg 112 words each
Distribution
53 / 47%
human / AI fraction
Verdict
Mixed
Pangram v3.3

Article text · 337 words · 3 segments analyzed

Human AI-generated
§1 Human · 29%

We're offering a limited-time promotion that increases weekly usage limits in Claude Code by 50%.This promotion is available for Pro, Max, and Team plans, as well as legacy seat-based users on Enterprise plans. Free plans and consumption-based Enterprise seats are not included in this promotion.What is the promotion?From May 13, 2026 through August 19, 2026, your weekly usage limit in Claude Code is 50% higher. 5-hour usage limits are not affected by this promotion.EligibilityNo action is required to participate.

§2 AI · 70%

If you're on an eligible plan, the increased weekly limit is automatically applied to your account.Where does this apply?The 50% increase applies to Claude Code only, everywhere you use it: the CLI, IDE extensions, desktop, and the web. Usage limits for other Claude products, like Claude (web, desktop, and mobile) and Claude Cowork, are unchanged.Frequently asked questionsDo I need to do anything to get the extra usage?No. The promotion applies automatically. You'll see the higher weekly limit reflected in your Claude Code usage without any changes to your account settings. You can run /usage in the CLI to view your updated limits.Does this change my 5-hour usage limit?No. This promotion increases weekly usage limits only.I'm on an Enterprise plan. Am I included?Legacy seat-based users on Enterprise plans are included. Consumption-based Enterprise seats are not included in this promotion.What happens when the promotion ends?After August 19, 2026, weekly usage limits in Claude Code return to their standard levels.

§3 Mixed · 35%

There's no change to your plan or billing.Terms and conditionsThis offer is valid from May 13, 2026 through August 19, 2026 at 11:59 PM PT. It applies to Pro, Max, and Team plans and to legacy seat-based users on Enterprise plans only, and excludes Free plans and consumption-based Enterprise seats. This offer has no cash value and is not transferable. It may not be combined with other offers.Related ArticlesUse Claude Code with your Team or Enterprise planHoliday 2025 Usage PromotionUse the Claude Agent SDK with your Claude planClaude Enterprise activation promo for Claude Code and CoworkClaude Fable 5 on your plan