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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: 1 credit
• What it does:
  • Analyzes webpage content
  • Generates structured JSON
  • Allows customization
  • Uses AI for optimal formatting

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API Endpoint Requests

• Cost: 2 credits
• 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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Credit Packages

Choose the package that fits your needs:

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Usage Examples

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Basic Website API

Initial Setup:
- JSON Generation: 1 credit
- 100 API calls/day: 200 credits/day
Monthly Usage: ~6,000 credits

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Multiple Endpoints

Initial Setup:
- 5 JSON Generations: 5 credits
- 50 calls/day/endpoint: 500 credits/day
Monthly Usage: ~15,000 credits

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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