Billing FAQ

Tips For Reducing Costs

We want to make using Lindy as efficient and affordable as possible for you. In this guide, we'll explain how to cut costs. For more information on how our billing system works, refer to this FAQ guide first.

How to Cut Costs

₁. Filter High-Volume Triggers

One of the most effective ways to save money is by filtering frequently occurring Triggers, such as new incoming emails. Not every email or event needs to trigger a Lindy action. By setting up filters, you can ensure that only relevant emails or other events will consume credits.

For example, let's say you work at Acme. If you want Lindy to label emails sent from your team with “Acme”, you should apply a filter to only trigger Lindy if the email is from an email address that includes acme.com. This is how you'd do that:

2. Use a Cheaper Model

Lindy offers a range of language models to cater to different needs, from basic to advanced.

While advanced models may provide more nuanced responses or handle more complex tasks, they also cost more credits. In many cases, a cheaper model can work, significantly reducing costs.

Here's our detailed credit breakdown per model.

Things to consider when selecting your model:

Evaluate Your Needs: Consider the complexity of the tasks you're automating with Lindy. If the tasks involve straightforward responses or actions (e.g. limited actions/triggers, summarization), a basic model might be just as effective as a more advanced one.
Experiment with Different Models: Try executing your tasks with cheaper models and compare the outcomes. Look for a balance between cost and performance that meets your needs. We recommend starting your Lindies with bigger models until you get their high-level flow right, and then to gradually downgrade the model to optimize your costs.
Monitor Performance: Keep an eye on how well the cheaper models are handling your tasks. If you notice a significant drop in effectiveness, consider if the cost savings justify the performance trade-off.

By thoughtfully considering these factors, you can significantly cut your costs without compromising on quality.

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