Hermes api Pricing: Pay Per Token
The hermes API pricing model strips away monthly subscriptions and complex tier locks. You pay exactly for the tokens you use, starting at $0.15 per million input tokens.
Cost estimator
Pay-as-you-go. Prepaid balance does not expire.
Usage examples
Roleplay session generation
A typical roleplay turn might consume 12,000 input tokens and generate 3,000 output tokens. The cost calculation is: (12,000 / 1,000,000 * $0.15) + (3,000 / 1,000,000 * $0.50) = $0.0018 + $0.0015 = $0.0033 per turn.
Long-context document analysis
Processing a 50,000 token document with a 2,000 token summary uses: (50,000 / 1,000,000 * $0.15) + (2,000 / 1,000,000 * $0.50) = $0.0075 + $0.0010 = $0.0085 per request.
Function calling loop
A multi-step agent execution might use 8,000 input tokens and 1,500 output tokens across several calls. Cost: (8,000 / 1,000,000 * $0.15) + (1,500 / 1,000,000 * $0.50) = $0.0012 + $0.00075 = $0.00195 per loop.
Simple Per-Token Pricing
Our uncensored LLM API charges strictly by token volume, not by subscription tier. Input tokens cost $0.15 per million, while output tokens cost $0.50 per million. This structure ensures you only pay for actual computation. Errors and refusals do not consume your credit. You retain full control over your budget without hidden fees or surprise overages.
Crypto Top-Up and Bonus Credit
We accept only USDT on TRC20 or USDC on Base for all top-ups. Minimum deposits start at $20, with maximums at $500 per transaction. Larger deposits trigger bonus credit: +5% for $50, +10% for $100, and +15% for $200. Your prepaid balance never expires, allowing you to top up whenever convenient.
Trial Credit for New Accounts
New accounts receive $0.50 of trial credit valid for seven days. You can test the hermes API with real requests to verify compatibility. This trial allows you to evaluate latency, token limits, and response quality before committing to a crypto top-up.
Frequently asked questions
How does the hermes API pricing work compared to other models?
We charge per token rather than per request. Input tokens cost $0.15 per million, and output tokens cost $0.50 per million. This method provides transparent costing for both short replies and long context windows.
Which payment methods do you accept?
Crypto only: USDT on TRC20 or USDC on Base, any whole amount from $20 to $500. Bonus credit applies from $50.
What happens to my credit if I stop using the API?
Your prepaid credit never expires. You can top up whenever you need more volume. There are no monthly fees or subscription locks to manage.
Do errors cost money?
Refusals and server errors do not consume your token balance. You only pay for successful token generation and input processing.
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