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# Lifetime Credits vs Monthly Credits

> Understand the difference between Monthly Credits and Lifetime Credits, when each is used, and how they work together.

# Lifetime Credits vs Monthly Credits

One of the most common questions we receive is:

> **"I already bought more credits. Why is my subscription still renewing?"**

or

> **"Why can't I use my Lifetime Credits after my subscription expired?"**

This guide explains the differences between **Monthly Credits** and **Lifetime Credits** and how they work together.

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## Monthly Credits

Monthly Credits are included with every paid subscription.

### Monthly Credits

* Included with your subscription
* Refresh every billing cycle
* Expire at the end of the billing cycle
* Do not roll over
* Can all be used in one day

<Info>
  Monthly Credits are renewed every billing cycle as long as your subscription remains active.
</Info>

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## Lifetime Credits

Lifetime Credits are purchased separately through **Credit Top-Ups**.

They are designed for users who occasionally need additional credits beyond what their subscription provides.

### Lifetime Credits

* Purchased separately
* Never expire
* Added to your account permanently
* Are not a subscription
* Never renew automatically

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# Comparison

| Feature | Monthly Credits | Lifetime Credits |
| - | - | - |
| Included with subscription | ✅ | ❌ |
| Purchased separately | ❌ | ✅ |
| Expire | ✅ End of billing cycle | ❌ Never |
| Auto Renew | ✅ With subscription | ❌ Never |
| Roll Over | ❌ | ✅ |
| One-Time Purchase | ❌ | ✅ |
| Requires Active Subscription | ✅ | ✅ |

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# Which Credits Are Used First?

Credits are consumed in the following order:

1. Monthly Credits
2. Lifetime Credits
3. Daily Credits

Your subscription's Monthly Credits are used first since they expire at the end of each billing cycle, followed by your Lifetime Credits. Complimentary Daily Credits are consumed last.

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# Example 1

You have:

* 25,000 Monthly Credits
* 50,000 Lifetime Credits

You use:

18,000 credits.

Result:

| Credit Type | Remaining |
| - | - |
| Monthly | 7,000 |
| Lifetime | 50,000 |

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# Example 2

You use:

35,000 credits.

Result:

| Credit Type | Remaining |
| - | - |
| Monthly | 0 |
| Lifetime | 40,000 |

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# Example 3

Your billing cycle ends.

Remaining:

* Monthly Credits: 12,000
* Lifetime Credits: 40,000

After renewal:

Monthly Credits become:

25,000

Lifetime Credits remain:

40,000

The unused 12,000 Monthly Credits expire.

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# Why Didn't My Credits Renew?

Only **Monthly Credits** refresh every billing cycle.

Lifetime Credits stay exactly the same until they are used.

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# I Purchased Credits. Why Is My Subscription Still Renewing?

This is probably the biggest misunderstanding.

Buying **Lifetime Credits** does **not**:

* Renew your subscription
* Extend your billing cycle
* Change your renewal date
* Cancel your existing subscription

Top-ups and subscriptions are two separate purchases.

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# Can I Buy Lifetime Credits Without Changing My Plan?

Yes.

You can purchase Lifetime Credits whenever you need additional credits without upgrading your subscription.

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# Why Can't I Use My Lifetime Credits?

Lifetime Credits require an **active subscription**.

If your subscription expires:

* Your Lifetime Credits stay in your account.
* They do not expire.
* They become usable again once you reactivate a subscription.

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# What Happens If I Cancel My Subscription?

When your subscription ends:

* Monthly Credits expire at the end of the billing cycle.
* Lifetime Credits remain.
* Projects stay associated with your account.
* Website hosting stops.
* AI generation requires an active subscription.

Your Lifetime Credits will still be there when you subscribe again.

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# Common Misunderstandings

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  <Accordion title="I bought Lifetime Credits. Why was I charged for my subscription again?">
    Lifetime Credits are separate from your subscription.

    Your subscription continues to follow its normal billing cycle unless cancelled.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="I still have Lifetime Credits. Why can't I use them?">
    Lifetime Credits require an active subscription.

    They remain safely stored in your account until your subscription is reactivated.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Do Lifetime Credits expire?">
    No.

    They remain available until you use them.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can I transfer Lifetime Credits to another account?">
    No.

    Credits are linked to the account on which they were purchased.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Do Lifetime Credits renew every month?">
    No.

    Only Monthly Credits refresh with your subscription.

    Lifetime Credits are a one-time purchase.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

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# Best Practices

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  <Card title="Use Monthly Credits First">
    Runable automatically consumes Monthly Credits before Lifetime Credits.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Keep Your Subscription Active">
    Lifetime Credits require an active subscription to be used.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Need More Credits?">
    Purchase Lifetime Credits whenever your Monthly Credits are running low.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Need Lower Monthly Cost?">
    Downgrade your subscription instead of cancelling completely.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

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# Summary

| Monthly Credits | Lifetime Credits |
| - | - |
| Subscription benefit | One-time purchase |
| Refresh every billing cycle | Never expire |
| Expire monthly | Stay forever |
| Auto renew with subscription | Never renew |
| Used before Lifetime Credits | Used after Monthly Credits |

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## Related Guides

* How Credits Work
* Subscriptions Explained
* Website Hosting
* Billing FAQ


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