Starter credits
What 100 starter credits usually cover
A fresh account starts with 100 credits. Depending on mode, article length, and how much enrichment or cleanup you run, that is usually enough for roughly 10 to 20 article runs.
Use the first balance to judge workflow fit, not to estimate a giant production backlog. The goal is to see how ArticlePress AI behaves on your real WordPress process before you expand usage.
Use the first 100 credits to answer fit questions fast
- Install the plugin and confirm the dashboard and managed connection load normally.
- Run one short draft, title batch, or low-risk test before you try a larger workflow.
- Compare Smart mode and the more controlled path only after you see how the first output behaves.
- Judge whether the plugin removes real publishing friction before you spend more credits.
Why the range is described as 10 to 20 article runs
- Shorter drafts and lighter cleanup usually consume less than longer, more enriched runs.
- Smart mode and Pro mode can lead to different usage patterns.
- A title or outline test is lighter than a fuller publish-ready draft workflow.
- Retries, enrichment, and cleanup depth all affect how quickly the starter balance moves.
What the starter balance is actually for
- Checking whether the plugin fits one WordPress site or a repeatable multi-site workflow.
- Testing whether the managed setup really saves API-key and tool-stack overhead.
- Seeing how much editorial cleanup you still want after the first AI pass.
- Confirming whether the workflow feels fast enough to justify broader usage.
If the balance does not appear after install, go straight to troubleshooting before assuming the credits are missing. If you want the post-install checklist first, read the activation guide. If you want the default connection model explained first, read the managed access guide.
Starter balance fit
Good use of the first 100 credits
- Install the plugin and verify the real WordPress workflow.
- Run a small but realistic sample instead of guessing from screenshots alone.
- Test one or two publishing patterns before you scale.
- Check whether managed access actually reduces setup friction for your team.
Do not treat starter balance as
- A promise of a fixed article count on every site and every mode.
- A full production budget for a large backlog.
- A substitute for install checks, staging tests, or workflow review.
- A guarantee that every long-form or heavily enriched run will cost the same.
Common questions about starter credits
Does every new account include 100 starter credits?
Yes. A fresh account starts with 100 credits so you can test the plugin on a real WordPress workflow before deciding whether to expand usage.
Why is the range described as roughly 10 to 20 article runs instead of a fixed number?
Because credit usage depends on what you run. Shorter drafts, lighter cleanup, and smaller tests consume differently than longer, fuller, or more enriched runs.
Will short title or outline tests use fewer credits than fuller publishing runs?
Usually, yes. A lighter test is a better way to judge fit early than spending the entire starter balance on a single heavier workflow.
Should I spend the first credits on staging or production?
If your content stack is sensitive, start on staging. If your WordPress environment is simple, you can still begin with a small low-risk production test instead of a large batch.
What if the starter balance does not appear after install?
First confirm the plugin activated cleanly and the managed connection is working. If the balance still does not appear, use the troubleshooting page or contact support.