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# What is auto recharge?

**Auto Recharge** is an optional billing feature that automatically tops up your credit balance when it drops below a threshold you set. 

This ensures you never run out of credits while tasks are running without interruption.
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#### How to enable Auto Recharge

1. Go to **Account Settings** → [Payment & Billing](https://crowdreply.io/dashboard?settings=billing) → **Billing**
2. On the **Available balance** card, you'll see the **Auto recharge** toggle
3. Click the toggle to open the Auto Recharge settings
4. Check **"Would you like to enable auto recharge?"**
5. Configure your settings:
* **When credit balance goes below** — Set your threshold (between $50 and $200). When your balance drops below this amount, Auto Recharge kicks in.
* **Purchase this plan** — Choose which credit pack to buy automatically when triggered:

| Pack | Amount |
| ---- |
| **Starter** | $200 |
| **Booster** | $500 |
| **Scaler** | $1,000 |
| **Dominator** | $2,000 |

6. Add or confirm your **payment method** (required for Auto Recharge to work)
7. Click **Save settings**
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#### When is Auto Recharge useful?

Auto Recharge is especially helpful if:
* You're using the [CrowdReply API](https://crowdreply.crisp.help/en/article/how-to-create-an-api-key-x79fez/) to create tasks programmatically
* You're running automated or high-volume engagement campaigns
* You want to avoid task failures due to insufficient balance
* You have ongoing upvote orders or scheduled tasks that need credits to continue

With Auto Recharge enabled, your workflows continue uninterrupted.
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#### How is Auto Recharge different from the subscription plan?

**Subscription plan:**
* Adds credits every month automatically (e.g., $50 on Starter, $200 on Growth)
* Credits roll over and never expire
* Required to use the platform

**Auto Recharge:**
* Only triggers when your balance falls below your set threshold
* Buys additional credits on demand from the credit packs above
* No fixed schedule — purely balance-based
* Completely optional

You can use both together for a fully hands-off setup: your subscription adds monthly credits, and Auto Recharge prevents your balance from hitting zero between top-ups.