What is Billing cycle?

The recurring period between invoices, such as monthly or annual.

Definition

The billing cycle is the interval at which a subscription is invoiced. It starts on an anchor date, either the sign-up day or a fixed calendar day.

Example

A customer who subscribes on 12 March with a monthly cycle is invoiced on the 12th of each month.

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