What Are Compute Units?
Compute Units (CUs) represent the amount of computational resources consumed by your API calls. They provide a standardized way to measure and compare usage across different types of requests.Why Use Compute Units?
Compute Units enable transparent and fair pricing. Instead of paying flat rates, you’re billed based on the actual computational cost of your requests.This approach ensures:
- You don’t overpay for lightweight API calls.
- Complex operations are accurately billed according to the resources they consume.
Throughput
Some services, such as Paymaster and Bundler, include a throughput limit (e.g., requests per minute). If throughput autoscale is enabled, requests that exceed this limit are still processed - billed using additional Compute Units.Autoscale Compute Units
When you reach the Compute Units included in your plan, autoscale ensures uninterrupted usage. Any additional consumption beyond your quota is billed at the end of the month.Paymaster & Bundler
These products support two types of autoscaling:- Monthly Autoscale – Allows usage beyond your monthly CU quota.
- Throughput Autoscale – Automatically scales during high-traffic spikes.
Private RPCs
Supports monthly autoscale, enabling continued usage even after your quota is reached.Functions
- Does not support autoscaling.
- Usage is capped at your plan’s limit.
You can manage all autoscaling settings per product directly in your dashboard.