Understand Video Credits, Plans, and Limits
CloudMySite uses dedicated video credits for video generation. Video credits are separate from other CloudMySite usage, so your video activity is easier to understand and manage.
For current pricing, plan names, and limits, always check the Video Pricing page inside your CloudMySite account.
What Affects Video Credit Use
Video credit use can change based on:
- video length
- quality
- resolution
- video type
- current plan
- available video credit balance
In general, longer and higher-quality videos use more credits.
Free Video Credits
CloudMySite may include free video credits so you can try video generation. A common first use is one short standard video at standard quality.
If a feature requires a paid plan or more credits, CloudMySite will show an upgrade or credit option before the video starts.
Standard and Advanced Video Options
CloudMySite may show different video options depending on your plan.
| Option | Best For |
|---|---|
| Standard Video | Website hero clips, social posts, simple product motion, first drafts |
| Premium Video | Higher-detail brand clips, polished product videos, cinematic ads |
| Reference Video | Keeping a person, product, character, or style more consistent when available |
| Character Swap Video | Creating a new clip from a character image and reference video when your plan allows it |
| Video Edit | Editing existing videos with text instructions when available |
Some advanced options may require a paid plan or may be released in stages.
Character Swap Video Credits
Character Swap Video credit use is based on the reference video length and selected character swap quality.
| Quality | Credit Planning Tip |
|---|---|
| Standard | Use this for first tests, previews, and lower-cost drafts |
| Professional | Use this for final clips that need smoother, more polished output |
Upload the reference video before reviewing the estimate, because CloudMySite uses the reference video duration to calculate character swap credit use.
Why Higher Quality Costs More
Higher-quality video creates a sharper, more detailed result. It usually uses more video credits because the final output is larger and more polished.
Use Standard while exploring. Move to High when:
- the clip will be used on an important page
- the result is already close to final
- the video will be shown large on desktop
- you need a more polished final version
How to Use Fewer Video Credits
- Start with 5-second videos.
- Use shorter reference videos for Character Swap Video.
- Use Standard quality while testing prompts.
- Generate one clear idea at a time.
- Use low or medium motion for simple website backgrounds.
- Reuse videos from Recent Generations.
- Create variations from a good result instead of starting over.
- Match the aspect ratio before generating.
- Avoid generating several versions until the prompt is clear.
When to Buy More Video Credits
Consider adding video credits when you need to:
- create videos for multiple pages
- test several creative directions
- make client or team options
- create social videos regularly
- use higher-quality or longer videos
- produce videos for ads or campaigns
What Happens When a Video Fails
If a video fails, CloudMySite shows a failure message. Failed generations should not be treated the same as completed videos. If you are unsure about credit use after a failed attempt, review the Video Pricing or usage area in your account.
Planning a Video Session
Before a large video session:
- Check your video credit balance.
- Write several prompts in a notes document.
- Start with 5-second standard videos.
- Pick the best directions.
- Create variations only from promising results.
- Use higher quality for final versions.
This keeps creative work organized and helps avoid unnecessary credit use.