Billing & Minutes
Understanding plans, minutes, usage, and top-ups in Video Recap AI.
Video Recap AI uses a minutes-based billing system. This guide explains how it works.
Plans
| Plan | Monthly Minutes | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Creator | 60 min | $20/month |
| Studio | 180 min | $60/month |
Both plans include all features:
- AI script generation
- AI voiceover
- Clip mapping
- Copyright protection
- Priority support (Studio)
What "Minutes" Means
Minutes = total output duration processed
If you process a video and generate a 15-minute recap, you use 15 minutes of your quota.
Not the length of your source video. A 2-hour movie that produces a 20-minute recap uses 20 minutes.
Checking Your Usage
From your dashboard:
- Go to Billing
- See your current month's usage
- View remaining minutes
The usage bar shows:
- Minutes used this month
- Plan allowance
- Top-up balance (if any)
Top-Ups (Rollover Credits)
Need more minutes? Buy top-ups anytime:
| Top-Up | Minutes | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Small | +60 min | $20 |
| Large | +120 min | $40 |
Top-ups roll over — unused minutes carry forward to future months until used.
How Top-Ups Work
- Your plan allowance is used first each month
- When plan allowance is exhausted, top-up credits are consumed
- Unused top-up credits persist indefinitely
Example
- You have a Creator plan (60 min/month)
- You buy a +60 min top-up
- In January, you use 80 minutes:
- 60 min from plan allowance
- 20 min from top-up
- In February, you have:
- 60 min plan allowance (reset)
- 40 min remaining top-up credits
Billing Cycle
- Plans renew monthly on your signup date
- Plan minutes reset each billing cycle
- Top-up credits never expire
Changing Plans
You can upgrade or downgrade anytime:
- Go to Billing
- Click Manage Subscription
- Select a new plan
Changes take effect at your next billing cycle.
Canceling
To cancel your subscription:
- Go to Billing
- Click Manage Subscription
- Select Cancel
You'll retain access until the end of your current billing period. Top-up credits remain available if you resubscribe.
Payment Methods
We accept:
- Credit/debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex)
- Processed securely via Stripe
Invoices
Invoices are available in your Stripe customer portal:
- Go to Billing
- Click Manage Subscription
- View and download invoices
FAQ
What happens if I run out of minutes?
You can't start new jobs until you buy a top-up or your plan renews.
Do unused plan minutes roll over?
No. Plan minutes reset each billing cycle. Only top-up credits roll over.
Can I get a refund?
Contact support within 7 days of purchase for refund requests.
Next Steps
- FAQ — More common questions
- Getting Started — Process your first video