How does Alchemy bill me for my usage?
Kyle ZhangWith Pay-as-you-go, you’re billed based on the usage your team generates. Usage accrues continuously as you make requests. You’re only charged for what you use, not a fixed monthly fee.
Billing thresholds
Instead of charging on a fixed schedule, Pay-as-you-go uses billing thresholds.
Each account has a threshold that represents how much usage can accrue before a charge is attempted.
When your balance reaches the threshold, we attempt to collect payment automatically.
Thresholds can increase over time as invoices are successfully paid.
Threshold growth is gradual and based on payment history, not sudden usage spikes.
Example
If your threshold is $50, we attempt to charge your payment method once your accrued usage reaches $50. That charge includes all usage since the last successful payment.
If the threshold is not reached, your balance carries forward.
Billing cadence
There is no fixed billing day for Pay-as-you-go accounts.
Charges happen when your threshold is reached, or
At the end of a billing period if there is an outstanding balance (typically the 1st of each month)
Each charge includes:
Newly accrued usage
Any unpaid balance from before
What happens when you don’t pay an invoice
If a charge or invoice is not paid:
We retry payment attempts over a short time window.
Continued non-payment will lead to temporary limits on usage.
Usage is restored once the outstanding balance is settled.
Billing tips
Keep payment details up to date: make sure your payment method is valid and up to date to avoid failed charges and interruptions.
Admins are responsible for billing: only account admins can: manage payment methods, view and pay invoices, and make billing-related changes. If you’re not an account admin, you may need to contact one to resolve billing issues.
Use the Dashboard for billing info: all billing-related information lives in the dashboard. Visit the billing page to view balances, invoices, payment history, and resolve overdue invoices.
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