Billing And Usage

bus4ai shows balance, usage, and request records in the console. You can create different API Keys for different tools and track usage by key.

Usage Records

Each API call usually creates a usage record with request time, model, cost, and status. Exact fields depend on what the console displays.

Balance

Model calls consume account balance. When the balance is insufficient, requests may fail or be rejected.

API Key Management

• Create one key for each project
• Create one key for each teammate
• Keep local development, CI, and production keys separate
• Review unusual usage regularly

Cost Control

During development, use lightweight models to validate the workflow first, then switch to stronger models when needed. Long context, batch jobs, and autonomous agents can consume balance quickly, so monitor usage records closely.