Claude Code Makes Auto Mode Default for Pro and Team Plans
August 9, 2026
Anthropic is making auto mode the default in Claude Code for Pro, Max, and Team plans to enable longer-running autonomous tasks. The update includes a classifier that no longer incurs extra token costs for these specific subscription tiers.
HOW THIS AFFECTS YOU
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builderYou can now leverage longer-running autonomous agentic workflows by default in your CLI environment.
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founderThis accelerates the transition of coding tools from autocomplete assistants to autonomous agents.