Gas credits are the fuel that powers token transactions. Just like a car needs gas to run, token economies need gas credits to process transactions—minting tokens, transfers, redemptions, and rewards.
Gas credits are a simple way to meter and allocate transaction capacity. Each plan includes a monthly gas credit allowance—use them to mint tokens, process rewards, and manage your token economy without per-transaction fees.
Gas Credits Explained Simply
Think of gas credits like postage stamps:
- Every transaction (sending tokens, creating rewards, minting) requires gas
- Your plan includes a monthly gas credit allocation
- More complex transactions might use more gas
- When you run low, you can add more or upgrade your plan
This model provides predictable costs while ensuring fair resource allocation across all users.
What Uses Gas Credits?
Token Minting: Creating new tokens for rewards (1-5 credits)
Token Transfers: Moving tokens between accounts (1 credit)
Reward Processing: Issuing rewards to users (1-3 credits)
Redemptions: Processing token redemptions (2-5 credits)
Batch Operations: Bulk actions for efficiency (varies)
Gas Credits by Plan
Different plans include different gas credit allowances:
- Startup ($99/mo): 1,000 gas credits/month
- Growth ($299/mo): 5,000 gas credits/month
- Business ($999/mo): 25,000 gas credits/month
- Enterprise ($4,999/mo): Unlimited gas credits
Most businesses find their included allocation more than sufficient. Heavy transaction volumes may need higher tiers.
Why Gas Credits Exist
Gas credits serve several purposes:
- Fair resource allocation: Prevents any single user from monopolizing system resources
- Predictable costs: Know your expenses in advance, no surprise per-transaction fees
- Spam prevention: Makes frivolous transactions economically irrational
- Scaling clarity: Easy to understand when you need to upgrade
Managing Your Gas Credits
Monitor Usage
Your dashboard shows current gas credit balance and usage trends. Set alerts before running low.
Optimize Transactions
Batch operations when possible. Bulk token minting uses fewer credits than individual mints.
Plan for Growth
As your token economy grows, transaction volume increases. Monitor trends and upgrade proactively.
Common Questions
What happens if I run out?
Transactions pause until credits refresh at your next billing cycle or you add more. Set alerts to avoid interruption.
Do unused credits roll over?
Credits refresh monthly and don't roll over. This keeps pricing simple and predictable.
Can I buy additional credits?
Yes, additional credit packs are available, or you can upgrade to a higher tier for better value.
The Bottom Line
Gas credits are simply a way to meter transaction capacity fairly. Your plan includes enough for typical usage, monitoring tools help you track consumption, and upgrading is straightforward if you need more.
Don't overthink it—for most businesses, gas credits work invisibly in the background while you focus on building your token economy.