# Active Subscriptions

Learn what the Active Subscriptions chart measures and when to use it.

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What it shows [#what-it-shows]

Active Subscriptions shows the count of unexpired, paid subscriptions over time.

How to use it [#how-to-use-it]

Use this chart to track the size of your paying subscriber base. It is one of the clearest ways to see whether new subscriptions and renewals are outpacing expirations.

Good to know [#good-to-know]

Active Subscriptions does not tell the full story by itself. Pair it with MRR, Subscriber Churn, and Auto Renew Status to understand revenue and retention quality.