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HomeRevenueUsage-based billing

Use cases

Learn about common uses cases for usage-based billing.

Find the guide that matches your pricing model to learn how to implement it, set up subscriptions for your customers, and record their usage data.

Use caseDescription
Pay as you goCharge customers according to how much they consume on your platform.
Flat fee and overagesCharge customers a flat rate up front with the option to pay for additional usage in arrears.
Credit-based pricing modelCharge customers for pre-purchase credits.
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