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Transparent Token Pricing

You pay strictly for what you process. Our transparent token pricing model charges $0.15 per million input tokens and $0.50 per million output tokens, ensuring you only fund actual usage without hidden fees or subscription traps.

per 1M input tokens
$0.15
Output tokens / 1M
$0.50
token context
100,000
trial credit
$0.50
requests per minute
300

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Worked examples

Processing a 50k token context window for a long-form story generation

Sending 40,000 tokens of story context and receiving 10,000 tokens of generated text costs exactly $0.006. Calculation: (40,000 / 1,000,000 * 0.15) + (10,000 / 1,000,000 * 0.50) = 0.006 + 0.005 = $0.011. You only pay for the tokens that actually pass through the pipeline.

Running a batch of 100 short queries for content moderation analysis

If each query sends 500 input tokens and receives 200 output tokens, the cost per request is $0.000075. For 100 requests, you spend $0.0075. Formula: 100 * [(500 / 1,000,000 * 0.15) + (200 / 1,000,000 * 0.50)] = 100 * (0.000075 + 0.0001) = $0.0075.

Streaming a high-temperature creative writing session with frequent retries

A session with 20,000 input tokens and 5,000 output tokens costs $0.008. Calculation: (20,000 / 1,000,000 * 0.15) + (5,000 / 1,000,000 * 0.50) = 0.003 + 0.0025 = $0.0055. Every token counts, and you see exactly what you owe.

Pay-Per-Token Rates

Your balance depletes strictly based on token consumption. We charge $0.15 per 1 million input tokens and $0.50 per 1 million output tokens. Errors and refusals consume zero tokens, so you never pay for failed requests. This structure eliminates the risk of overpaying for idle connections or unused subscription tiers. You control your budget by monitoring your token usage in the dashboard. The API returns token counts in the response headers, allowing you to track costs in real-time. This approach ensures that every dollar you spend translates directly into model inference. No hidden fees apply to standard parameters like temperature or top_p. Streaming responses count all tokens sent to the client. You can predict your monthly costs by estimating your daily token volume. Our pricing matches the transparency of major providers while remaining significantly cheaper for high-volume workloads.

Crypto Top-Up & Bonuses

Minimum top-ups start at $20 and go up to $500 per transaction. We reward larger deposits with bonus credits: +5% for $50, +10% for $100, and +15% for $200. These bonuses are added instantly to your prepaid balance. Crypto payments settle quickly, ensuring your API key remains active without delay. You can top up multiple times, and all funds combine into a single balance. The process is simple: select your crypto, send the exact amount, and the balance updates automatically. Your bonus credits expire at the same time as your base credits. This model keeps administrative overhead low and passes the savings directly to you. We do not hold your funds for extended periods.

No Expiration Policy

Your prepaid credit never expires, regardless of when you add it. You can top up today and use the balance months later without losing funds. This policy eliminates the stress of monthly subscription renewals or forced usage cycles. Many providers lock you into recurring payments, but we charge only for what you use. Your balance remains available until you decide to spend it. This is ideal for developers with irregular usage patterns or long-term projects. You can accumulate credits during low-cost periods and use them during peak demand. The prepaid model ensures that your API key works as long as the balance covers the token cost. There are no monthly fees to maintain your account. Your credits are yours until you consume them. This approach provides financial predictability for hobbyists and enterprises alike. You own your credit, not a subscription service.

Questions and answers

How much does the cheap OpenAI API cost per token?

We charge $0.15 per million input tokens and $0.50 per million output tokens. Errors and refusals are free, so you only pay for successful token generation. This pricing is transparent and applies to all requests.

Which payment methods do you accept?

Crypto only: USDT on TRC20 or USDC on Base, any whole amount from $20 to $500. Bonus credit applies from $50.

Do my prepaid credits expire?

No, your prepaid credit never expires. You can top up at any time and use the balance whenever you need it. There are no monthly fees or usage deadlines attached to your funds.

What happens if I am double-charged for a top-up?

Your credit is not refunded automatically, but mistakes are fixed through the Support page. Contact us with your transaction details, and we will resolve double charges promptly. Your balance remains intact during the review process.

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