Billing methods

Explore Billing methods.

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Billing methods

One charge for a defined entitlement.

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One-time payment

One charge for a defined entitlement.

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Buy a balance before consuming units.

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Prepaid credits

Buy a balance before consuming units.

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Recurring billing with explicit access policies.

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Subscription

Recurring billing with explicit access policies.

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Meter units, then calculate the charge.

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Usage-based billing

Meter units, then calculate the charge.

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Comparison within this category
Concept	Features	Advantages	Limitations	Suitable situations	Combination conditions
One-time payment	One charge	Clear purchase amount	Future service terms needed	Bounded deliverables	Non-consumable entitlement
Prepaid credits	Pre-funded usage balance	Visible spending boundary	Top-ups and expiry rules	Budgeted consumption	Usage metering
Subscription	Recurring billing periods	Supports continuing service	Renewal and failure handling	Ongoing customer value	Usage charges or flat rate
Usage-based billing	Metered billable units	Charges track consumption	Bills vary with usage	Measurable consumption	Recurring collection or prepaid credits