Read the quote first
Studio shows the cost for the chosen task, model, resolution, duration and output count before confirmation. Different tools cost different amounts. The pricing comparison shows alternative uses of one shared balance—not separate allowances you receive for every feature.
When credits are used
Credits are reserved when a task is accepted. Successful generation consumes that reservation. Failed jobs return their reserved credits automatically; the return is a credit adjustment, not a refund to your payment card. Check Account for the credit ledger and History for the task status.
If your balance is too low
The quote explains the required credits, your balance and the shortfall. Keep your input, choose a plan or add credits, then return and confirm generation. A payment should not automatically start a new generation.
Separate free allowances
The first-creation experience has its own one-time allowance. General welcome credits can be spent on normal tasks. Posting tools have a separate daily allowance; the guide includes one dedicated posting kit. A failed included task releases its experience allowance rather than adding general credits.