HBO Max—now rebranded as simply “Max”—can appear under several different names on your bank or credit card statement, which often causes confusion when reviewing charges. Whether you’re trying to verify a legitimate subscription payment, track your streaming expenses, or identify an unfamiliar transaction, knowing the exact descriptors helps you stay in control of your finances.
What Does HBO Max Show Up As on Bank Statement?
HBO Max (now Max) typically appears on bank statements with these common descriptors:
Most frequent formats:
- MAX or MAX.COM
- HBO MAX or HBOMAX
- HBO MAX.COM
- HBO NOW (legacy descriptor from older subscriptions)
- WARNERMEDIA or WARNER MEDIA
- WBD or WBD MAX (Warner Bros. Discovery)
- HBOMax*[plan type]
- GOOGLE*HBO MAX or APPLE.COM/BILL (if subscribed through app stores)
The descriptor varies based on your payment method, when you subscribed, your bank, and your billing country. Since the rebrand from HBO Max to Max in 2023, newer subscriptions typically show “MAX” while older accounts may still display “HBO MAX” or legacy descriptors.
Common billing amounts to recognize (US pricing):
- $9.99/month or $99.99/year – Max With Ads
- $16.99/month or $169.99/year – Max Ad-Free
- $20.99/month or $209.99/year – Max Ultimate Ad-Free (4K, Dolby Atmos)
Bundle and third-party billing descriptors: If you access Max through a cable provider, mobile carrier, or bundle, the charge may appear under that provider’s name instead. For example, AT&T customers might see “ATT*MAX” or similar, while those who added HBO Max as a Hulu add-on will see the charge under Hulu’s descriptor.
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FAQs
Why does my statement say “HBO MAX” when it’s now called “Max”?
Warner Bros. Discovery rebranded HBO Max to simply “Max” in May 2023. However, billing descriptors take time to update across all payment processors and banks. Older subscriptions and some billing systems may continue showing “HBO MAX” for months or even years after the rebrand.
What does “WBD” or “WARNERMEDIA” mean on my bank statement?
WBD stands for Warner Bros. Discovery, the parent company that owns Max (formerly HBO Max). Some billing systems display the parent company name rather than the streaming service name, which is why “WARNERMEDIA” or “WBD” might appear instead of “MAX.”
I see an HBO Max charge but cancelled my subscription. Why?
Check your cancellation confirmation email and verify the cancellation date. If you cancelled mid-billing cycle, you retain access until the cycle ends but shouldn’t see additional charges. If charges continue, contact Max support at help.max.com or your bank to dispute unauthorized billing.
Why is my Max charge higher than the advertised price?
Common reasons include applicable taxes (which vary by state/country), recent price increases, plan upgrades, or the end of a promotional discount period. Log into your Max account under “Subscription” to view your exact plan and billing details.
How do I know if my HBO Max is billed through another service?
If you subscribed through Apple, Google Play, Roku, Amazon, your cable provider, or as an add-on to Hulu or YouTube TV, the charge appears under that platform’s descriptor—not Max directly. Check your subscriptions within each platform to confirm where you’re being billed.
I don’t recognize an HBO Max charge. Could it be fraud?
First, check if household members subscribed using your payment details. Verify whether Max is included in any bundles you have (some mobile carriers include it). If the charge is truly unauthorized, contact your bank immediately to dispute it and freeze your card if necessary.
Can I get a refund from Max for accidental or unwanted charges?
Max considers refund requests on a case-by-case basis. Contact their support team promptly after noticing the charge. If you subscribed through Apple, Google, or another third party, you must request the refund through that platform’s billing support.
What’s the difference between HBO NOW and HBO Max on my statement?
HBO NOW was the standalone streaming service before HBO Max launched in 2020. If you see “HBO NOW” on recent statements, it likely indicates a legacy billing descriptor that hasn’t been updated. The service itself has been folded into Max.
How can I easily track all streaming subscriptions including Max?
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