Hi @plushGrape,
Welcome to Google Cloud Community!
You’re correct!, even with a Gemini Pro subscription, you'll likely still need to pay for usage when using the Generative AI API.
Here are the potential ways that might help with your use case:
- Enable Billing and Monitor: Make sure to enable billing on your Google Cloud project as described earlier. Set up budget alerts and carefully monitor your API usage in the Google Cloud Console. This will help you avoid unexpected charges.
- Explore the Free Tier/Credits: Check if your Google Cloud account qualifies for free tier usage or initial credits. This can give you a temporary cushion against costs as you test and develop.
- Quotas: Make sure you monitor your API usage and your quota limits. If you're approaching your limits, you might want to request your quota increases in advance.
- Check your Regions: Be aware that different regions may have different pricing and availability for Gemini Pro. Choose the region that best suits your needs.
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