Overview
A Request is any action where Ardor Copilot performs real work on your behalf.Requests are billable because they consume compute resources beyond simple chat interactions. Only meaningful actions that generate, analyze, or execute code count as billable requests.
Actions that count as a Request
These actions trigger real execution and will be billed as requests:| Action Category | Examples | Why it’s billed |
|---|---|---|
| Code generation | Functions, modules, tests, components | Active code creation and compilation |
| Database operations | Schema changes, migrations, queries | Database engine execution |
| Backend setup | APIs, services, integrations | Infrastructure provisioning |
| Information retrieval | External API calls, knowledge searches | Third-party service usage |
| Code analysis | Repository scanning, file parsing | Computational analysis work |
| Deployments | Environment setup, builds | Infrastructure automation |
| Infrastructure tasks | Any automated build or deployment work | Resource consumption |
Test data generation, configuration file creation, and any automated task that requires computation will count as a billable request.
Actions that do not count as Requests
The following actions are free and do not consume requests:- Simple chat - Back-and-forth text conversations with Copilot
- Explanations - Asking Copilot for guidance without execution
- Interface navigation - Using the canvas or interface without triggering builds
- Planning - Brainstorming, outlining ideas, or discussing approaches
Frequently Asked Questions
Does asking Copilot to explain code count as a request?
No. Code explanations and guidance are completely free and do not consume any credits.Does searching my repo for a file count?
Simple file searches are free. However, deeper code reading, analysis, or repository scanning that requires computational processing will count as a request.Does generating test data count?
Yes. Test data generation involves computational work and code creation, so it counts as a billable request.What about code refactoring suggestions?
If Copilot only provides suggestions or recommendations without actually modifying files, it’s free. If it performs the actual refactoring work, that counts as a request.Are error explanations free?
Yes. Explaining error messages, debugging guidance, and troubleshooting advice are all free interactions.When in doubt, remember: if Copilot performs actual work (generating, modifying, executing, or analyzing), it’s a request. If it’s just providing information or guidance, it’s free.