Track Usage per Token
Every request costs tokens, and tokens add up faster than most people expect. This post shows exactly where your credits go.
How to save 🛠️
The tactics below are easy to implement today and typically cut API spending by a meaningful margin.
Quick reference
| Item | Details | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Setup | Two-minute setup from the panel | Do this first |
| Usage | Token-based billing | Watch the logs |
| Support | Email + forum | We reply fast |
Common questions
Here are the questions people ask most often about this topic.
Frequently asked questions ❓
How long does track per token take?
It depends on your setup, but most people finish in well under ten minutes with the steps above.
Do I need any special tools?
No. Anything that can make an HTTPS call works: curl, Python, Node.js or your favorite HTTP client.
Does this cost extra credits?
No more than a normal request. The techniques here are designed to keep your spend predictable.
Where can I get more help?
Check the forum or email support and we will point you in the right direction.
Just what I was looking for.
Thanks for the kind words!
Nice, I will try this on my side project.
That tip about retries is gold.
This cleared up my confusion, bookmarked.
Helpful, sharing with my team.
Thanks for reading! Glad it helped.