Consumption Plan

This document details the consumption plan for our services, outlining how resources are metered and billed.

Understanding Consumption Units

Our services utilize a flexible consumption model based on specific units. The primary units of consumption are:

Requests: Each API call made to our endpoints contributes to request consumption.
Data Processed: The volume of data (in GB) processed by our services.
Compute Time: The amount of CPU time (in hours) consumed by long-running operations.

Pricing Tiers

We offer several pricing tiers designed to accommodate different usage patterns:

Free Tier: Ideal for development and testing, offering a limited number of free consumption units per month.
Standard Tier: A pay-as-you-go model for production workloads, with competitive rates per consumption unit.
Enterprise Tier: Customized pricing and dedicated support for high-volume usage, negotiated on a per-customer basis.

Calculating Your Costs

Your monthly bill is calculated based on the total consumption units across all your active services, multiplied by the corresponding rate for your chosen pricing tier. You can monitor your real-time consumption and estimated costs through the Developer Portal dashboard.

Example Calculation (Standard Tier):

Let's assume the following rates for the Standard Tier:

Requests: $0.0001 per request
Data Processed: $0.05 per GB
Compute Time: $0.10 per hour

If in a month you consume:

1,000,000 Requests
50 GB Data Processed
10 hours Compute Time

Your estimated cost would be:

(1,000,000 * $0.0001) + (50 * $0.05) + (10 * $0.10)
= $100 + $2.50 + $1.00
= $103.50

Best Practices for Cost Optimization

To manage your costs effectively, consider the following:

Optimize API Calls: Batch requests where possible and retrieve only the data you need.
Cache Data: Implement caching mechanisms to reduce redundant API calls and data processing.
Monitor Usage: Regularly review your consumption patterns in the Developer Portal.
Choose the Right Tier: Evaluate your projected usage to select the most cost-effective pricing tier.

Resource Limits and Quotas

Each service may have specific resource limits and quotas to prevent abuse and ensure fair usage. These are typically defined per subscription or per API key. Refer to the individual service documentation for detailed quota information.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What happens when I exceed my Free Tier limits?: A: You will automatically be transitioned to the Standard Tier, and charges will apply for any consumption beyond the Free Tier allowances.
Q: Can I change my pricing tier?: A: Yes, you can upgrade or downgrade your pricing tier through the Developer Portal at any time. Changes may take effect immediately or at the start of the next billing cycle, depending on the tier.
Q: How are taxes calculated?: A: Applicable taxes are calculated based on your billing address and current tax regulations. They will be itemized on your invoice.