Cheap, transparent deepseek api pricing
We charge $0.15 per 1M input tokens and $0.50 per 1M output tokens. This prepaid, crypto-only model removes monthly commitments and unexpected billing shocks.
$0.15per 1M input tokens
$0.50Output tokens / 1M
100,000token context
$0.50trial credit
300requests per minute
Usage examples
A single code completion request
You send a 2,000 token prompt and receive a 500 token response. The input cost is 2,000 / 1,000,000 * $0.15 = $0.0003. The output cost is 500 / 1,000,000 * $0.50 = $0.00025. Total: $0.00055 per request.
A medium-sized context window analysis
You process a 10,000 token document and get a 1,000 token summary. Input: 10,000 / 1,000,000 * $0.15 = $0.0015. Output: 1,000 / 1,000,000 * $0.50 = $0.0005. Total: $0.002 per operation.
A heavy streaming session
You send a 50,000 token context and receive a 5,000 token detailed report. Input: 50,000 / 1,000,000 * $0.15 = $0.0075. Output: 5,000 / 1,000,000 * $0.50 = $0.0025. Total: $0.01 per stream.
How prepaid credit keeps costs predictable
Prepaid credit eliminates subscription guesswork. You load funds once and spend exactly what you consume. Errors and refusals cost nothing, so you never pay for wasted compute. Your balance tracks real token usage, not abstract usage tiers. This transparency prevents billing surprises during high-volume testing phases.
Getting started with trial credit
New accounts receive $0.50 of trial credit immediately. This trial lasts for seven days, giving you enough room to test streaming, function calling, and JSON modes. You can top up with crypto anytime to continue using the service without interruption.
Why prepaid beats monthly commitments
Monthly plans often charge for idle capacity. Prepaid credit expires only if you stop using it, but your funds never vanish. You pay for actual input and output tokens. This model suits developers who want precise control over their LLM spend without managing complex enterprise contracts.
Common questions
What is the deepseek API pricing for input and output tokens?
Input tokens cost $0.15 per 1 million tokens. Output tokens cost $0.50 per 1 million tokens. You only pay for tokens actually consumed in valid responses.
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.
Does prepaid credit expire?
Your balance never expires. The trial credit does expire after 7 days, but paid credit remains available until you use it up.
Do I pay for failed requests?
No. Errors and refusals are free. You only pay for tokens successfully generated and returned in the response.
Key in one step
Sign up, copy the token, update your base URL. That is all.
