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== 1. Overview == 
= Billing Model =
The ACT 3 AI platform uses a flexible, usage-based billing system powered by an internal unit called a '''Credit'''. 
It is designed for creators of all sizes — from individuals to large studios — and balances predictability, scalability, and fairness.


The system supports:
== Overview ==
* Subscription-based access  
The '''Billing Model''' in [[ACT3AI|ACT 3 AI]] is designed to give creators predictable, transparent costs while maintaining flexibility for different usage levels.  
* Credit-based metering 
It uses a [[Credit_System|credit-based system]] that allows you to pay only for the features, render times, and resolutions you use, regardless of project type.
* Role-based access control 
* Rollover banking for unused credits 
* Organizational billing and shared pools 


== 2. Core Model: Credits == 
ACT 3 AI offers both subscription and pay-as-you-go options, making it suitable for solo creators, production teams, and enterprise clients.
'''Credits''' represent computational cost and resource usage on the platform.


=== Key Concepts: === 
== Key Components ==
* 1 credit ≈ $0.001 USD in infrastructure cost  
* '''Credits:''' Virtual tokens used to pay for AI generation tasks, rendering, previews, and exports.   
* Credits are consumed based on:   
* '''Subscription Plans:''' Monthly or annual packages that include a set number of credits and feature access.  
  - GPU/CPU usage 
* '''Pay-As-You-Go:''' Buy extra credits at any time when you need them.  
  - Storage usage  
* '''Feature Access Tiers:''' Higher-tier plans unlock advanced tools like [[Google_Veo_3|Google Veo 3]], [[Wan|WAN AI]], and [[Runway|Runway Integration]].  
  - AI model licensing  
* '''Organization Billing:''' Centralized credit pool for teams with usage tracking per member.
  - Optional services (e.g. TTS, upscale, MoCap) 


=== Typical Usage Examples: ===
== How Billing Works ==
* Generating a full 2-hour film script and breakdown: ~8,000 credits  
# Choose a subscription plan via [[Subscription_Plan|Subscription Plan Settings]] or continue as a pay-as-you-go user. 
* Higher tiers get bulk discounts and extended rollover caps  
# Credits are deducted based on:
  * Render duration (seconds or minutes) 
  * Resolution (Draft, Medium, High, 4K)  
  * Rendering engine used (e.g., [[Google_Veo_3|Google Veo 3]], [[Wan|WAN AI]], [[Runway|Runway]]) 
# Monitor credit usage in the [[Credits_Panel|Credits Panel]] on the dashboard.  
# When credits run out, purchase more or upgrade your plan instantly.


== 3. Subscription Plans ==
== Pricing Factors ==
* '''Resolution Multiplier:''' Higher resolutions use more credits. 
* '''Model Type:''' Some engines cost more due to higher GPU requirements. 
* '''Additional Features:''' Extra charges for [[Multi_Language_Dubs|multi-language dubs]], [[4K_Export|4K exports]], or [[Advanced_Color_Grading|advanced color grading]].


| Plan        | Price (Monthly) | Credits      | Storage | Notes                          |
== Example Credit Usage ==
|-------------|------------------|---------------|---------|----------------------------------|
{| class="wikitable"
| Starter    | $0 / $8†        | 800          | 10 GB  | Limited trial for ≤ 6 months    |
! Feature
| Creator    | $35              | 33,000        | 100 GB  | Rollover cap: 66,000 credits     |
! 1080p
| Studio      | $99              | 120,000      | 500 GB  | Priority queue access            |
! 4K
| Enterprise  | Custom          | Pooled credits| Custom  | SSO, invoicing, SLAs available  |
|-
| Preview Render (per 10s)
| 2 credits
| 4 credits
|-
| Full Render (per 10s)
| 5 credits
| 10 credits
|-
| [[Google_Veo_3|Google Veo 3]] (per 10s)
| 6 credits
| 12 credits
|-
| [[Wan|WAN AI Session]] (per min)
| 3 credits
| N/A
|}


† Trial access deactivates after 6 months unless upgraded.   
== Managing Costs ==
† Enterprise can include private 3D sets, 4K rendering, and collaboration scaling.
* Use [[Draft_Previews|draft previews]] for testing instead of full renders. 
* Group scene renders in the [[Render_Queue|Render Queue]] for overnight processing. 
* Lock finished scenes to avoid unnecessary re-renders.   
* Share a team credit pool with your [[Organization|organization]].


== 4. Credit Rollover Bank ==
== Invoicing & Receipts ==
* Unused monthly credits roll over to a personal credit bank  
* Monthly invoices available in [[Billing_History|Billing History]] under account settings.  
* Each plan has a maximum cap (e.g. Creator → 66,000)  
* Download receipts in PDF format for accounting purposes.   
* Credits expire after six billing cycles
* Enterprise users may request custom invoicing cycles and purchase orders.
* Monthly credits are consumed first; banked credits are used next


== 5. Billing Workflow ==
== See Also ==
* [[Credit_System|Credit System]] 
* [[Subscription_Plan|Subscription Plan]] 
* [[Render_Queue|Render Queue]] 
* [[Google_Veo_3|Google Veo 3 Integration]] 
* [[Wan|WAN AI Integration]] 
* [[Runway|Runway Integration]] 
* [[Build_Video|Build Video]]


=== 5.1 Plan & Usage View === 
[[Category:ACT 3 AI Platform]]
* Real-time credit meters (Monthly + Bank) 
* Upgrade/Downgrade options 
* Payment method management (card/VAT) 
* PDF invoices download 


=== 5.2 Pre-Spend Confirmation === 
[https://act3ai.com/contact Contact Us] if you have any problems using our product, or if you have questions.
* “Calculate” button shows cost before running AI tasks 
* Example quality tiers:
  - Q1 = 80 credits 
  - Q2 = 200 credits 
  - Q3 = 400 credits 
 
=== 5.3 Out-of-Credit Actions === 
If credit balance is insufficient, the user sees upgrade options:
* Upgrade to next plan 
* Buy one-time credit pack (+15% surcharge) 
* Cancel and return 
 
== 6. Organization Billing Structure == 
 
=== Key Concepts: === 
* Every user account belongs to at least one '''Organization''' 
* Each Org has:
  - Credit pool 
  - Payment method 
  - Storage bucket 
  - Member access controls 
 
=== Roles & Permissions: === 
* Owner – Full access to billing, members, transfers 
* Billing – Can update payment methods only 
* Creator – Can run jobs using credits 
* Viewer – Read-only access 
 
=== Invitation Methods: === 
* Email-based invites 
* LinkedIn SSO required for free-tier accounts 
* Shared credit toggle available per member role 
 
== 7. Storage Management == 
* Each plan includes fixed S3 video storage 
* Overages trigger upgrade prompts 
* Tools include:
  - Bulk media delete (project/org level) 
  - Auto-purge on downgrade to archive 
* Storage is billed per organization, not per project
 
== 8. Archive Plan == 
Users can downgrade to a free Archive tier:
* Keeps scripts and textual assets 
* Deletes media assets after 30 days 
* Generation disabled unless re-upgraded 
* Re-download of text assets allowed during archive state
 
== 9. Technical Summary ==
 
=== Architecture Components: === 
* Credit Ledger – Atomic debit/credit ops (PostgreSQL + Redis) 
* Plan Catalog – Pricing sync (Stripe API) 
* Usage Meter – Job metrics → Billing ledger 
* Notification System – Credit threshold alerts 
* Billing Gateway – Stripe webhook, invoicing, receipts
 
== 10. Planned Enhancements == 
* Consolidated billing across sub-organizations 
* Marketplace credit splits (for 3rd-party models) 
* Regional VAT & tax calculation 
* Education grants with credit bundles 
* Self-hosting architecture (future) 
 
== 11. Glossary == 
* '''Credit:''' Internal currency based on compute/storage cost 
* '''Rollover Bank:''' Temporary savings pool for unused credits 
* '''Archive Plan:''' Free tier preserving non-video content post-cancellation 
* '''Organization:''' Shared team space for billing, projects, and roles 
 
== See Also == 
* [[Product_Overview]] 
* [[Target_Customers]] 
* [[AI_Task_Assembly]] 
* [[Rendering_System]]

Revision as of 09:18, 15 August 2025

Billing Model

Overview

The Billing Model in ACT 3 AI is designed to give creators predictable, transparent costs while maintaining flexibility for different usage levels. It uses a credit-based system that allows you to pay only for the features, render times, and resolutions you use, regardless of project type.

ACT 3 AI offers both subscription and pay-as-you-go options, making it suitable for solo creators, production teams, and enterprise clients.

Key Components

  • Credits: Virtual tokens used to pay for AI generation tasks, rendering, previews, and exports.
  • Subscription Plans: Monthly or annual packages that include a set number of credits and feature access.
  • Pay-As-You-Go: Buy extra credits at any time when you need them.
  • Feature Access Tiers: Higher-tier plans unlock advanced tools like Google Veo 3, WAN AI, and Runway Integration.
  • Organization Billing: Centralized credit pool for teams with usage tracking per member.

How Billing Works

  1. Choose a subscription plan via Subscription Plan Settings or continue as a pay-as-you-go user.
  2. Credits are deducted based on:
  * Render duration (seconds or minutes)  
  * Resolution (Draft, Medium, High, 4K)  
  * Rendering engine used (e.g., Google Veo 3, WAN AI, Runway)
  1. Monitor credit usage in the Credits Panel on the dashboard.
  2. When credits run out, purchase more or upgrade your plan instantly.

Pricing Factors

Example Credit Usage

Feature 1080p 4K
Preview Render (per 10s) 2 credits 4 credits
Full Render (per 10s) 5 credits 10 credits
Google Veo 3 (per 10s) 6 credits 12 credits
WAN AI Session (per min) 3 credits N/A

Managing Costs

  • Use draft previews for testing instead of full renders.
  • Group scene renders in the Render Queue for overnight processing.
  • Lock finished scenes to avoid unnecessary re-renders.
  • Share a team credit pool with your organization.

Invoicing & Receipts

  • Monthly invoices available in Billing History under account settings.
  • Download receipts in PDF format for accounting purposes.
  • Enterprise users may request custom invoicing cycles and purchase orders.

See Also

Contact Us if you have any problems using our product, or if you have questions.

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