Cline (usage-billing)

Cline (usage-billing) is the simplest way to get started with pay-as-you-go model access in Cline.

Instead of managing separate API keys across multiple vendors, you sign in once, add Cline credits, and select from available models directly in Cline.

If you want a flat monthly subscription that offers 2-5x the usage on selected open coding models compared to standard API rate, use ClinePass instead. ClinePass is a separate provider in Cline.

Why use Cline (usage-billing)

• Fastest setup: no manual API key copy/paste; access to 100+ models supported by Cline
• One account: sign in once with Google, GitHub, or email
• Pay as you go: add Cline credits and use one balance across supported models
• Free options: look for models tagged FREE in the selector

How it works

Cline (usage-billing) is the pay-as-you-go provider in Cline. Add Cline credits, then select Cline wherever you configure your provider.

• IDE Extension: Go to IDE extension settings, set API Provider to Cline, and sign in.
• CLI: Go to /settings and select Cline as your provider.

Credits and usage

• Add Cline credits from your Cline dashboard
• Credits are used on a pay-as-you-go basis when you select paid models through Cline (usage-billing)
• View usage in Cline Settings → View Usage
• Switch organizations in Cline Settings → Switch Organization

Related

• Authorization
• ClinePass
• Local models
• Provider setup guides