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How Extra Characters Work

What happens if you surpass your monthly conversion limit?

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Written by Ryan Walter
Updated over 2 weeks ago

Monthly Allotment

All Audioread users can convert a set amount of characters in a 30 day period. Most of our plans provide:

  • 1 million characters per month

  • Equivalent to approximately 20 hours of audio conversion

We look back 30 days from the date and time of your next conversion, and check if you're below that allotment.

Purchasing Extra Characters

If you use all of your base characters, you can continue converting by purchasing additional characters. Here’s how it works:

  • Extra characters are sold in bundles of 1 million characters each

  • Each bundle costs $15

  • You can purchase as many bundles as needed

How Extra Characters Are Used

  • When your monthly allotment is exhausted, your extra character bundle(s) are automatically used for any additional conversions.

  • Extra characters will only be applied after your initial monthly quota is used up.

  • Any unused portion of your extra characters remains available for future use until fully consumed.

Example

  1. You use your included 1 million characters during the month.

  2. If you go over, Audioread will draw from your purchased bundle(s) for continued conversions.

  3. You are only charged if you opt to purchase extra character bundles.

Note: The system will always use your included monthly characters before using purchased extra bundles, ensuring the best value for your plan.

If you have further questions, please contact Audioread support for personalized assistance.

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