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How to Purchase AI Credits

Free Plan Users

The Free plan starts with 0 AI credits. You must purchase credits or exchange LUSTE tokens before using any AI features.

Option 1: Direct Purchase (Card/Bank Transfer)​

The quickest way to get credits:

  1. Go to Settings → AI Credits
  2. Click Buy Credits
  3. Select a package (prices are indicative):
    • 500 credits — ~$15
    • 2,500 credits — ~$65
    • 10,000 credits — ~$240
    • 50,000 credits — ~$1,100
  4. Complete payment via Stripe
  5. Credits are available immediately

Check the admin panel for current pricing.

Option 2: LUSTE Token Exchange (Optional)​

For users who prefer cryptocurrency:

  1. Acquire LUSTE tokens (How to Buy)
  2. Go to Settings → AI Credits
  3. Click LUSTE Token tab
  4. Connect your wallet (MetaMask recommended)
  5. Enter amount of LUSTE to exchange
  6. Confirm transaction
  7. Credits appear in your account

Exchange rate: 1 LUSTE = 50 AI Credits (rate may vary)

LUSTE is optional

You never need to use LUSTE tokens. Regular card/bank payments work perfectly.

See Exchange for Credits for detailed instructions.

Option 3: Subscription Plan (Recurring Credits)​

Upgrade your plan to receive monthly credits automatically. Contact us for current pricing:

PlanIncluded CreditsStatus
Free0Available
StarterIncludedContact for pricing
ProfessionalMore creditsContact for pricing
EnterpriseCustomContact for pricing

Go to Settings → Billing to upgrade.

Best Strategy

Start with a subscription for baseline credits, then top up with credit packs when needed.

What Happens When Credits Run Out?​

When your credit balance reaches 0:

  • ❌ AI Page Builder stops generating
  • ❌ BlueBird Assistant pauses responses
  • ❌ AI Media tools become unavailable
  • ❌ SEO suggestions stop
  • ✅ All other CMS features continue working

To resume AI features: Purchase credits or exchange LUSTE tokens.