Token system
Understanding how AI credits work in SilverGecko.
Key features
- 5 free tokens on signup
- No subscriptions, no expiry
- Choose your analysis depth
- 13+ tools free without tokens
SilverGecko uses a simple token system for AI-powered features. Buy tokens once, use them whenever you want. No subscriptions, no expiry.
What are tokens?
Tokens are credits you spend on AI-powered analysis. Each AI feature costs a fixed number of tokens depending on the analysis depth you choose. All 13+ free tools work without tokens.
Getting tokens
Free on signup
Every new account gets 5 free tokens — enough to try 2-5 AI analyses.
Buy token packs
Purchase tokens starting at €5. Tokens never expire and there are no subscriptions.
| Pack | Tokens | Price | Per token |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starter | 20 | €5 | €0.25 |
| Builder | 60 | €12 | €0.20 |
| Pro | 150 | €25 | €0.17 |
| Agency | 500 | €65 | €0.13 |
Analysis depth (model tiers)
Every AI feature lets you choose how deep the analysis goes:
Fast (Haiku) — 1 token
- Quick scans in ~2 seconds
- Basic recommendations
- Good for rapid checks
Standard (Sonnet) — 2 tokens
- Balanced depth in ~5 seconds
- Recommended for most use cases
- Best value for quality
Deep (Opus) — 5 tokens
- Thorough analysis in ~15 seconds
- Nuanced, detailed insights
- Best for important pages
Token cost by feature
| AI feature | Token cost |
|---|---|
| SEO audit AI insights | 1 to 5, by depth (Fast 1, Standard 2, Deep 5) |
| pSEO strategy | 5 (flat) |
| Compete market synthesis | 2, plus 1 per extra competitor |
pSEO strategy is a flat 5 tokens because it generates a full multi-section strategy document. Compete market synthesis starts at 2 tokens for two sites and adds 1 token per additional competitor you benchmark.
What's free (no tokens needed)
All 13+ tools are completely free with unlimited use:
- SEO auditor (40+ checks)
- E-E-A-T analyzer
- Content fluff detector
- Core Web Vitals
- SERP preview
- Schema generator
- Meta tag generator
- Heading analyzer
- OG debugger
- Robots.txt generator
- Content freshness checker
- Citation sources analyzer
- LLM visibility suite
- Compete (rule-based comparison)
Checking your balance
Your token balance is always visible in the sidebar at the bottom. Click it to go to the billing page where you can buy more.
Tips for getting the most from your tokens
- Start with Standard — Best balance of quality and cost for most analyses
- Use Fast for exploration — When you just want a quick look before committing to a deeper analysis
- Save Deep for important pages — Use Opus for your highest-traffic or most important content
- Use free tools first — Run the free audit, E-E-A-T check, and fluff detector before spending tokens on AI analysis
Frequently asked questions
No. Tokens never expire. Buy once, use anytime.
Standard (Sonnet) is recommended for most use cases. Use Fast (Haiku) for quick checks and Deep (Opus) for thorough analysis of important content.
AI features will show your balance and a link to buy more tokens. All 13+ free tools continue working normally.