How do FastScribe credits work, and what does a minute cost?
An uploaded file costs about 1 credit per minute of audio, and a public video link costs 3 credits per started minute. You can buy credits once without a subscription, starting at $9.90 for 1200 credits.
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How credits are calculated
| Input | Rule | 10 minutes | 60 minutes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uploaded audio or video file | Minimum 1 credit. Above 60 seconds: credits = ceiling((seconds - 60) / 60) | 9 credits | 59 credits |
| Public video link | 3 credits per started minute, minimum 3 | 30 credits | 180 credits |
| AI summary, mind map, translation | Depends on text length; the estimate is shown before you run it | Varies | Varies |
Ways to get credits
| Source | Credits | Price | Valid for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guest (no account) | 15 | $0 | One time |
| Free signup | 120 | $0 | 30 days, one time |
| Basic credit package (one-time purchase) | 1200 | $9.90 | 365 days |
| Standard credit package (one-time purchase) | 2500 | $14.90 | 365 days |
| Premium credit package (one-time purchase) | 6500 | $39.90 | 365 days |
| Enterprise credit package (one-time purchase) | 15000 | $69.90 | 365 days |
| Pro subscription | 2000 per month | $9.90/month or $99.00/year | 30 days |
Do I need a subscription?
No. Credit packages are one-time purchases that free accounts can buy. They do not renew and are not tied to a monthly plan.