What should I use Pay the Tokenizer for?

Pay the Tokenizer is designed for estimating the cost of token-metered workflows. It helps you calculate and predict token usage costs across different AI models and providers including GPT-4, Claude, Gemini, and custom models. You can factor in input tokens, output tokens, API calls, redundancy overhead, and workflow frequency to get accurate cost estimates for your AI projects.

How much does it cost to use Pay the Tokenizer?

Pay the Tokenizer is completely free to use. There are no subscription fees, usage limits, or hidden costs. It is a free planning tool to help developers and teams manage their AI infrastructure costs effectively.

How does Pay the Tokenizer know who I am if I don't have to log on?

Pay the Tokenizer uses browser cookies to save your workflows and preferences locally on your device. This allows the application to remember your projects and settings between sessions without requiring account creation or login. Cookies must be enabled in your browser for the website to work properly. Your data is stored locally and is not shared with external services.

What if the token-based models are not in the list of available models?

If you need to work with a model not included in the default list, use the Manage Custom Models feature. Click the settings icon in the top right corner and select Manage Custom Models. You can add any model by specifying its name, provider, and pricing details for input and output tokens. Your custom models will be saved and available for use in all your workflows.

What if I don't know how many tokens a process will need?

Use the built-in token calculators to estimate token counts. Click the calculator icon next to either the Input Tokens or Output Tokens field in any task row. The calculator analyzes sample text or prompts to provide accurate token counts based on the selected model's tokenization method, helping you make accurate cost predictions.

How do I add in other API costs like data retrieval?

To include non-token API costs, use the Advanced Features button next to each task row. In the Advanced Features dialog, navigate to the Other API Costs section where you can add external API calls by specifying a description, cost per call, and number of calls. This allows you to account for costs like database queries or third-party service calls separately from token usage.

How do I factor in redundancy into my workflow?

To account for redundancy, retry attempts, or error handling, use the Advanced Features button next to each task row. In the Advanced Features dialog, you'll find a Redundancy Overhead setting where you can select a percentage (0%, 5%, 10%, or 25%) to add to your costs. This multiplier is applied to both token costs and API costs for realistic budget planning.

How can I share workflows with colleagues?

You can share workflows in two ways: Click the Share Workflow button on the main calculator page to generate a shareable link, or open the Workflows dialog by clicking the folder icon to view all saved workflows and share any of them. Shared workflows can be accessed by anyone with the link, making team collaboration easy.

How do I provide feedback on the website?

Click the Feedback button in the top navigation bar of the calculator page to open a feedback form. You can share thoughts, report issues, suggest features, or ask questions. Your feedback helps improve Pay the Tokenizer for everyone.

Frequently Asked Questions About Pay the Tokenizer

Find answers to common questions about using Pay the Tokenizer, the free AI token cost calculator for estimating LLM workflow expenses including GPT, Grok, Claude, and Gemini pricing.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pay the Tokenizer

What should I use "Pay the Tokenizer" for?

How much does it cost to use "Pay the Tokenizer"?

How does "Pay the Tokenizer" know who I am if I don't have to log on?