Transparent Token Pricing

We charge strictly for the tokens you use, not for the traffic jams caused by third-party proxies. This prepaid model ensures your scripts run without subscription friction or unpredictable rate limits.

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

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Usage examples

Streaming a long-form roleplay session
A session sends 8,000 input tokens and receives 4,000 output tokens. The cost is (8000 / 1,000,000 * 0.15) + (4000 / 1,000,000 * 0.50) = $0.0012 + $0.0020 = $0.0032.
Batch processing document summaries
You process 50,000 documents, each sending 500 input tokens and generating 200 output tokens. Total input is 25,000,000 tokens ($3.75) and total output is 10,000,000 tokens ($5.00). The total cost is $8.75.
Testing function calling with JSON mode
You send 1,000 input tokens and receive 500 output tokens in JSON format. The cost is (1000 / 1,000,000 * 0.15) + (500 / 1,000,000 * 0.50) = $0.00015 + $0.00025 = $0.0004.

How Prepaid Credit Works

Our prepaid balance keeps your spending predictable because you only pay for actual token usage. Errors and refusals do not consume your credit, so you never pay for failed requests. You top up with crypto and your balance is ready instantly.

Every request deducts the exact token cost from your account. If you have $10, you can spend exactly $10 worth of tokens. No hidden fees or monthly subscriptions interfere with your scripts.

Start with Free Trial Credit

Every new account receives $0.50 of trial credit valid for 7 days. This allows you to verify integration before committing to a larger top-up.

The trial credit works exactly like paid credit. You can send requests and see the token usage in the response headers. If you like the service, you can top up with USDT or USDC at any time.

Why Prepaid Beats Subscriptions

Subscriptions charge you whether you use the API or not. With prepaid credit, you only pay for what you consume. This is ideal for developers who have variable usage patterns, such as batch processing or intermittent streaming.

Your credit never expires, so you can top up once and use it for months. This eliminates the need to manage recurring billing cycles or worry about subscription renewals interrupting your workflow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the openrouter rate limit for prepaid credits?

Our rate limit is 300 requests per minute per key, regardless of your credit balance. You can use your prepaid credits at this speed without any additional throttling. This ensures stable performance for your scripts.

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.

What happens if I overpay or make a mistake?

Your credit is not refunded, but it never expires. If you make a double charge, you can fix it through the Support page. The extra credit remains in your account for future use.

Are errors and refusals free?

Yes, if the model refuses a request or an error occurs, you are not charged for that token usage. You only pay for successful token generation. This protects your balance from wasted requests.

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