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Credits System

Pulpminer uses a simple credit-based system for all operations. This pay-as-you-go model ensures you only pay for what you use, with no monthly subscriptions or hidden fees.

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Credit Costs

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JSON Generation

  • Cost: 0.25 credits (Base, without JS Render)
  • Cost: 0.35 credits (With JS Render)
  • What it does:
    • Analyzes webpage content
    • Generates structured JSON
    • Allows customization
    • Uses AI for optimal formatting

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API Endpoint Requests

  • Cost: 0.4 credits (Base, without JS Render)
  • Cost: 0.5 credits (With JS Render)
  • What it does:
    • Fetches webpage data
    • Formats according to your structure
    • Returns JSON response
    • Handles caching if enabled

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Credit Benefits

  1. Pay Per Use
    • No monthly fees
    • No minimum usage requirements
    • Credits never expire
    • Buy only what you need
  2. Transparent Pricing
    • Clear cost per operation
    • No hidden charges
    • Predictable expenses
    • Easy to budget
  3. Flexible Usage
    • Use credits anytime
    • Share across endpoints
    • No usage deadlines
    • Scale as needed

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Managing Credits

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Checking Balance

  1. Log into your dashboard
  2. View current credit balance
  3. Monitor usage history
  4. Track consumption patterns

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Buying Credits

  1. Visit the pricing page
  2. Choose credit package
  3. Complete purchase
  4. Credits added instantly

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Usage Monitoring

  • Track credits per endpoint
  • View historical usage
  • Set usage alerts
  • Monitor costs

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Usage Examples

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Basic Website API

Initial Setup:
- JSON Generation: 0.25 credits (Base, without JS Render), 0.35 credits (With JS Render)
- 100 API calls/day: 40 credits/day (without JS Render), 50 credits/day (with JS Render)
Monthly Usage: ~1,200 to 1,500 credits

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Multiple Endpoints

Initial Setup:
- 5 JSON Generations: 1.25 to 1.75 credits (depending on JS Render)
- 50 calls/day/endpoint: 20 to 25 credits/day/endpoint
Monthly Usage: ~600 to 750 credits/endpoint

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Best Practices

  1. Optimize Usage
    • Enable caching when possible
    • Batch related requests
    • Monitor usage patterns
    • Plan credit purchases
  2. Prevent Waste
    • Check response validity
    • Handle errors properly
    • Use appropriate retry logic
    • Monitor for issues
  3. Budget Planning
    • Estimate monthly usage
    • Track consumption trends
    • Set usage alerts
    • Buy in bulk for savings

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Credit Conservation

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Tips to Maximize Credits

  1. Use Caching
    • Enable for static content
    • Reduce duplicate requests
    • Background refresh efficiency
    • Consistent performance
  2. Batch Operations
    • Combine similar requests
    • Schedule updates efficiently
    • Avoid redundant calls
    • Plan API structure
  3. Monitor & Optimize
    • Track usage patterns
    • Identify inefficiencies
    • Adjust strategies
    • Implement improvements

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Error Handling

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No Credits Response

{
  "data": null,
  "errors": [
    {
      "message": "No credits left ⚠. Please buy more credits"
    }
  ]
}

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Best Practices

  1. Monitor credit balance
  2. Set up alerts
  3. Handle errors gracefully
  4. Maintain buffer credits

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Automatic Top-up

Coming soon:
  • Set credit threshold
  • Automatic purchases
  • Email notifications
  • Usage reports

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FAQ

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Do credits expire?

No, credits never expire and can be used at any time.

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Can I share credits?

Credits are tied to your account and can be used across all your endpoints.

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How do I get more credits?

Purchase credits through the dashboard or contact sales for custom packages.

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Can I get a refund?

Credits are non-refundable but never expire, so you can use them anytime.

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Need Help?

For questions about credits:
  1. Check your dashboard
  2. Review usage history
  3. Contact support at hello@pulpminer.com