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Coins & Billing

Understanding payments and coin usage

Coins & Billing

Learn how the coin system works, how to purchase coins, and manage your transactions.

How Coins Work

Cerast Intelligence uses a simple coin-based payment system. You purchase coins and spend them on searches and results.

No Subscriptions

Pay only for what you use. No monthly fees or recurring charges.

Never Expire

Your coins remain in your account indefinitely. Use them whenever you need.

Instant Access

Coins are added to your account immediately after payment.

Purchasing Coins

Step 1: Go to Coins Page

Click "Coins" to see available coin packages.

Step 2: Choose a Package

Select the coin package that fits your needs. Packages are provided by Stripe and pricing is dynamic.

Step 3: Secure Payment

Complete your purchase through Stripe's secure payment system. We accept all major credit cards.

Security: We use Stripe for all payments. Your payment information is never stored on our servers. All transactions are PCI-compliant and encrypted.

What Do Coins Cost?

Coins are spent on two things:

Creating Searches

Each search you create costs coins. The exact cost is shown before you confirm.

Unlocking Results

Individual findings cost coins to unlock. Cost varies by category and criticality level.

Viewing Your Transactions

Track all your coin activity in two places:

Transaction History

See every coin transaction including:

  • Coin purchases from Stripe
  • Coins spent on searches
  • Coins spent on unlocking results
  • Referral earnings
  • Refunds (if applicable)

Coin Purchases

View your payment history showing:

  • Purchase date and time
  • Amount paid
  • Coins received
  • Payment method
  • Transaction ID

Earning Free Coins

Use the referral program to earn coins at no cost:

  1. Find your referral code in your profile
  2. Share it with others who sign up
  3. Earn commission when they purchase coins
  4. Track your earnings in transaction history

Bonus: You can also redeem someone else's referral code when you sign up to get bonus credits!

Refund Policy

Due to the digital nature of our service, refunds generally cannot be issued once coins are purchased or results are unlocked. However:

  • False Positives: Report incorrect results and you may receive coin refunds after verification
  • Technical Issues: Contact support if you experience payment or delivery problems
  • Full Policy: Read our complete Refund Policy for details

Managing Your Balance

Your current coin balance is always visible in your dashboard. Tips for managing coins:

  • Check your balance before creating searches
  • Review coin costs before unlocking results
  • Purchase larger packages for better value
  • Use referral earnings to extend your balance

Need Help?

For questions about billing or transactions, contact us at [email protected]