Using Credits Guide

Master the art of using credits efficiently on Inspira. This guide covers purchasing, spending, and optimizing your credit usage.

Purchasing Credits

When to Buy Credits

• Running low on subscription credits
• Planning a large project
• Taking advantage of promotions
• Need credits immediately

How to Purchase

Step 1: Check Your Balance

• View current credits in dashboard
• Note expiration dates
• Calculate needed amount

Step 2: Navigate to Purchase

• Click "Buy Credits" button
• Or go to Credits section
• Select "Purchase Credits"

Step 3: Choose Amount

Options available:

• Starter Pack: Small projects
• Creator Pack: Medium needs
• Professional Pack: Large projects
• Custom Amount: Specific needs

Step 4: Select Payment

• INSPI Tokens: Better rates
• USDT: Stable pricing
• Compare current rates

Step 5: Complete Transaction

1. Review purchase details
2. Confirm amount and cost
3. Approve in wallet
4. Wait for confirmation
5. Credits added instantly

Payment Tips

• Have sufficient balance
• Account for gas fees
• Use INSPI for discounts
• Buy in bulk for savings

Smart Credit Usage

Before You Start

• Check credit requirements
• Plan your approach
• Have backups ready
• Know your limits

Cost-Effective Strategies

For Image Generation

1. Start with smaller sizes
2. Test prompts cheaply
3. Scale up when ready
4. Batch similar requests

For Video Creation

1. Refine script first
2. Test with short clips
3. Create final version
4. Download immediately

For AI Chat

1. Be concise in queries
2. Combine related questions
3. Save useful responses
4. Avoid repetition

Feature-Specific Tips

Image Generation Optimization

• Draft Mode: Use 256x256 for concepts
• Final Mode: Use larger sizes for production
• Batch Processing: Generate variations together
• Prompt Refinement: Perfect prompts with cheap tests

Video Creation Efficiency

• Storyboard First: Plan before generating
• Length Matters: Shorter = fewer credits
• Quality Settings: Balance quality vs cost
• One Shot: Get it right first time

Chat Conservation

• Clear Questions: Reduce back-and-forth
• Context Included: Provide all info upfront
• Save Responses: Don't repeat queries
• Batch Questions: Ask multiple things at once

Credit Management

Monitoring Usage

Track your credits through:

• Dashboard overview
• Usage history
• Feature breakdowns
• Daily summaries

Setting Limits

Personal management:

• Daily usage goals
• Project budgets
• Feature caps
• Alert thresholds

Avoiding Waste

Common mistakes to avoid:

• Generating without planning
• Forgetting to download
• Repeating same requests
• Letting credits expire

Advanced Strategies

Project Planning

1. Estimate Total Cost

   • List all needed assets
   • Calculate credit requirements
   • Add 20% buffer

2. Phased Approach

   • Concept phase (low cost)
   • Refinement phase (medium cost)
   • Final phase (full quality)

3. Resource Allocation

   • Prioritize critical elements
   • Use credits where impact is highest
   • Save on supporting elements

Bulk Operations

When working on large projects:

• Group similar tasks
• Use consistent settings
• Process in batches
• Track carefully

Credit Arbitrage

Maximize value by:

• Buying during promotions
• Using before expiration
• Combining with subscriptions
• Timing purchases wisely

Emergency Credit Management

Running Low?

Options when credits are depleted:

1. Quick purchase
2. Claim free plan (if eligible)
3. Wait for subscription renewal
4. Use accumulated INSPI tokens

Mid-Task Depletion

If credits run out during work:

• Save current progress
• Purchase minimum needed
• Complete critical tasks
• Plan better next time

Credit Economics

Understanding Value

Each credit represents:

• Computing resources
• AI model usage
• Storage costs
• Platform maintenance

Comparing Costs

Inspira vs Traditional:

• AI image: ~0.5 credits vs Designer hour
• AI video: ~16 credits vs Video editor
• AI chat: ~1 credit vs Research time
• Massive time savings

ROI Calculation

Consider:

• Time saved
• Quality achieved
• Iterations possible
• Learning curve eliminated

Best Practices Checklist

Before Each Session

• [ ] Check credit balance
• [ ] Review expiration dates
• [ ] Plan your tasks
• [ ] Set session budget

During Creation

• [ ] Monitor usage
• [ ] Save all outputs
• [ ] Track what works
• [ ] Optimize as you go

After Completion

• [ ] Review total spend
• [ ] Analyze efficiency
• [ ] Note improvements
• [ ] Plan next purchase

Common Questions

How quickly are credits deducted?

Instantly upon successful generation or interaction.

Can I get credit refunds?

No refunds, but failed generations don't consume credits.

Do different qualities cost differently?

Yes, higher quality and larger sizes require more credits.

What's the minimum purchase?

Check current packages, custom amounts available.

Pro User Tips

Workflow Optimization

1. Create templates for common tasks
2. Develop efficient prompts
3. Build resource libraries
4. Share tips with community

Budget Management

1. Track monthly spending
2. Compare to subscription value
3. Adjust plan if needed
4. Take advantage of deals

Quality vs Quantity

1. Know when quality matters
2. Use drafts for ideation
3. Invest in final outputs
4. Balance your approach

Getting More Value

Subscription + Purchase Combo

• Use subscription for regular needs
• Purchase for special projects
• Best of both worlds
• Maximum flexibility

Community Resources

• Share prompts that work
• Learn from others
• Join creation challenges
• Win credit prizes

Stay Updated

• Follow announcement channels
• Watch for new features
• Understand pricing changes
• Adapt strategies accordingly

Support Resources

Need help with credits?

• Credit System Overview
• Subscription Options
• Dashboard Tutorial
• Contact support team

Remember: Credits are your creative fuel. Use them wisely, and they'll help you achieve amazing results on Inspira!