OpenRouter dolphin API Pricing and Billing
Stop paying monthly subscriptions for uncensored text generation. We charge strictly for real output tokens at $0.15 per million input and $0.50 per million output, with prepaid crypto billing that keeps your costs predictable.
No subscriptions required. Prepaid credits do not expire.
Worked examples
Long-context reasoning task
Send a 50,000 token prompt and receive a 2,000 token response. Calculation: (50,000 / 1,000,000 * $0.15) + (2,000 / 1,000,000 * $0.50) = $0.0075 + $0.001 = $0.0085.
Short chat completion
Send a 500 token prompt and receive a 150 token response. Calculation: (500 / 1,000,000 * $0.15) + (150 / 1,000,000 * $0.50) = $0.000075 + $0.000075 = $0.00015.
Max length generation
Send a 10,000 token prompt and receive the maximum 16,000 token output. Calculation: (10,000 / 1,000,000 * $0.15) + (16,000 / 1,000,000 * $0.50) = $0.0015 + $0.008 = $0.0095.
How prepaid credit works
Your balance deducts only for actual tokens consumed. Errors and refusals cost nothing. Credit never expires, so you can pause usage without losing funds. Top-up happens via USDT or USDC, ensuring fast settlement without banking delays.
Trial credit and refund policy
New accounts receive $0.50 trial credit valid for 7 days. The prepaid balance covers all usage, and mistakes like double charges are resolved through the Support page. Credit remains non-refundable but stays active indefinitely.
Why prepaid keeps spend predictable
You control exactly how much you spend by topping up only when needed. The $20 minimum and up to $500 per transaction allow flexible scaling. Bonus credits increase with larger deposits, lowering your effective per-token rate.Frequently asked questions
How much does openrouter dolphin cost per token?
We charge $0.15 per million input tokens and $0.50 per million output tokens. Errors and refusals are free, so you pay strictly for delivered content. This model ensures transparency without hidden subscription fees.
What payment methods are accepted for top-ups?
We accept only USDT (TRC20) and USDC (Base). You can top up any whole amount from $20 to $500, with bonus credits applied automatically.
Does my prepaid credit expire?
No, your prepaid balance never expires. You can pause usage and return later without losing funds. The only expiration applies to the $0.50 trial credit, which is valid for 7 days after account creation.
How do I get started with the API?
Sign up using your Google account or email to receive an API key immediately. Add crypto credit to your balance, then start sending requests to the OpenAI-compatible endpoint. No phone number or subscription is required.
Get your API key now
Sign up, copy your key, and update the base URL. That is all you need to do.
