ArDrive Turbo

Credits, Payments, and Receipts

What is a Credit?

• Credits represent a 1:1 value with the AR token and can be used to upload data to ArDrive.

Can I view my Credits balance on Viewblock or Wander?

• Credits are specific to ArDrive and can only be viewed and used in ArDrive.

Which currencies can I pay in?

• USD with additional currencies being added soon.

Can I get a copy of my receipt?

• All receipts are provided by Stripe and are sent to those that provide their email during check out.

Can I pay with any credit or debit card?

• We accept all major credit and debit cards. Purchase restrictions may be implemented by your card provider or country of origin.

Do the value of Credits ever change?

• Credits have the same storage purchasing power as AR.

Do you keep my credit card info?

• No. ArDrive keeps a record of your public wallet address, the amount purchased and used Credits when purchases occur. All credit card purchases are processed by Stripe, learn more about their policies here.

Can I use Credits elsewhere on the permaweb?

• Credits can be used with any apps on Arweave that accept Turbo.

Refunds, Transfer, & Exchanges

Can I get a refund for my Credit purchase?

• All sales of Credits are final. When a Credits are purchased, ArDrive holds that balance of AR to cover the cost of data uploaded.

Do Credits expire?

• Yes. Credits expire 12 months (1 year) after the date of purchase. See our Terms of Service for details.

Can I transfer Credits to another wallet?

• No, Credits are non-transferable.

Can I exchange my Credits for AR?

• No, ArDrive is not a crypto exchange and Credits cannot be returned or exchanged.

Do I get my Credits back if my Turbo upload fails?

• You will not be charged for any failed uploads. If you believe you have been charged please contact the ArDrive team.

Building with Turbo

Can I use Turbo in my own app?

• Yes. Visit the developer docs for current ArDrive and Turbo integration guidance.

Is Turbo Available in ArDrive-CLI?

• Yes. Use the current developer docs for CLI guidance.

Don't see your question here?

• Submit a support ticket.