Reviewed 2026-10-26
Seedream creative workflow and account credits
Account credits can be used for creative tasks. The Mini Pack provides 100 credits for $2.99, valid for 365 days, with no automatic renewal. Each task has its own model and settings; read the quote before generating. Subscriptions follow their checkout renewal terms. Site credits are separate from direct provider API billing.
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Site credits and task quotes are different
A plan adds account credits. The selected model, operation, output settings and number of images determine the task quote. Review that quote before confirming generation; do not assume every Seedream model has the same cost.
Plan for revisions as well as the first image. A finished creative project can take several requests. Keep an approved version and change one observed problem at a time.
Choose renewal or a one-time pack
A subscription is intended for regular work and renews according to its billing period. A one-time pack adds credits without automatic renewal. Check the pack validity, renewal terms and refund policy before checkout.
Estimate the number of iterations in a project. Ten useful finished images can require more than ten requests. If you are exploring a new model, start with a bounded test budget and decide on a larger plan after seeing whether the workflow fits.
Before submitting a generation
Check the selected model, operation, shape and quoted credits. Ensure reference files are ready for an edit. Do not repeatedly submit because a result is taking time; inspect the task status first.
A failed provider task follows the site’s credit reversal workflow. A result that finishes successfully but does not match your creative preference is a different case. Read the refund policy and keep the task identifier when contacting support about a billing problem.
Website credits and provider API billing
Buying credits on this website funds tasks submitted through your account here. Direct use of a provider API is a separate service with its own credentials, terms and bill. Website credits are not an API dollar balance.
Keep credentials on your server. For a larger project, allow for storage, transfer, review and revisions. Avoid duplicate submissions when the status of an earlier request is still unknown.
Questions before you start
Does buying a plan enable every model?
Our connected Seedream 5.5 models can be used with your account credits. The generator shows the quote for the selected model and operation before submission.
Is this an official ByteDance subscription?
No. They are plans for this independently operated website.