Managing your Search Atlas and OTTO usage is simple when you understand how plans, credits, and quotas are structured. This section explains billing cycles, quota resets, and credit consumption so that you can plan your activity with confidence.
How much does OTTO cost, and what does it include?
How much does OTTO cost, and what does it include?
🧾 OTTO SEO Add-On Pricing (Per Site / Per Month)
SitesOTTO SEO Pricing (Per Site Activation) |
Sites Managed | Price / Site | AI Gen Points Included | Hyperdrive Credits |
1 | $99 | 500 | 7.5 |
2–3 | $85 | 500 | 7.5 |
4–9 | $69 | 500 | 7.5 |
10–24 | $59 | 500 | 7.5 |
25+ | Custom Pricing | 500 | 7.5 |
🔧 Per OTTO Activation
Optional Add-Ons
➕ AI Gen Points: An additional 500 points for $19 (equivalent to ~$0.038/point)
⚡ Hyperdrive Credits: $1 per credit (Note: The $99 for 100 credits is incorrect)
Volume discounts and recurring add-ons are available for accounts managing 25+ OTTO SEO sites.
How much does OTTO Hyperdrive cost, and what is included?
How much does OTTO Hyperdrive cost, and what is included?
🔋 Hyperdrive Credits Overview
Category | Details |
Purpose | Powers OTTO’s backlink strategy, essential to improve website authority |
Included per Site | 7.5 Hyperdrive Credits |
Plans Covered | Starter, Growth, Pro, Enterprise |
Renewal | Credits renew monthly per activated site |
Top-up Price | $1 per credit (flat rate) |
Add-on Options | Bulk and recurring add-ons available — Request custom quote |
What It Powers | Cloud Stacks, Press Releases, Citations, Syndicated Backlinks, Off-page SEO |
Cloudstack Cost | 15 Hyperdrive Credits |
Usage Notes | Press release & citation costs vary by platform |
🔋 Hyperdrive Credits
Hyperdrive credits are the fuel behind OTTO’s backlink strategy, essential to improve the website’s authority — included in all plans and available for purchase if you need more.
💰 Included by default
Each OTTO SEO activation includes:
7.5 Hyperdrive Credits per site, included in every plan (Starter, Growth, Pro, and Enterprise)
Credits renew monthly per activated site
🔁 Top-up options
💵 $1 per credit (flat rate)
Top-up pricing is consistent across tiers
🔗 Request a custom quote for bulk or recurring add-ons (recommended for accounts managing 25+ sites)
🚀 What Hyperdrive Credits Power
Cloud Stacks (13 high-authority links per stack)
Press Release publishing
Citation creation for Local SEO
Backlink generation through trusted syndication networks
AI-optimized off-page strategies for domain authority
📌 Usage tip
💳 Note about Hyperdrive Credits
There are two types of Hyperdrive credits:
Monthly reset credits — These are the credits included within the plan packages that users purchase.
Rollover Hyperdrive credits — These are additional Hyperdrive credits purchased separately, outside of the plan package. They stay in the user's account until they are used.
How do Search Atlas quotas and credits work (AI, Hyperdrive, OTTO)?
How do Search Atlas quotas and credits work (AI, Hyperdrive, OTTO)?
🧮 Search Atlas Credit & Quota System
Search Atlas uses a flexible credit and quota system to manage usage across AI content, off-page automation, and OTTO SEO deployments. Quotas vary by plan and reset monthly, unless otherwise noted. You can top up any quota directly within the platform.
📈 Monthly Quotas Overview
Feature | Quota Type | Standard Allocation / Price | What It Powers |
AI Generation | AI Gen Points | 500 pts / $19 | Metadata, headings, internal links, topical maps, landing pages |
Hyperdrive | Hyperdrive Credits | 100 credits / $100 | CloudStacks, press releases, citations |
OTTO SEO Activations | OTTO Activations | $59–$99 per site (volume-based) | Activates OTTO on a domain/site |
🆕 Every new OTTO project includes:
• 500 AI Gen Points
• 7.5 Hyperdrive Credits
✨ AI & On-Page Automation Quotas
Task | Quota Usage (AI Gen Points) |
Title Tag Suggestion | 1 pt |
Meta Description Suggestion | 1 pt |
Image Alt Text Suggestion | 0.2 pts |
Meta Keyword Suggestion | 1 pt |
Heading Tag Suggestion (H1/H2) | 1 pt |
Open Graph / Twitter Tags | 1 pt each |
Internal Linking (20 links) | 1 pt |
AI-Generated Landing Page | 15 pts |
Topical Map | 20 pts |
📄 Full Article Generation
Feature | Quota Type | Usage |
Article from Topical Map | Full Article Generation Point | 3 per article |
🚀 Press Release Distribution (Hyperdrive)
Type | Quota Calculation | Notes |
Standard Press Release | Channel 1 + Channel 2 + 10 Credits | Credits are per article |
Dynamic Press Release | Channel 1 + Channel 2 + 13 Credits | Adds 3 extra credits for dynamic format |
CloudStack Publication | 15 Credits per stack | Delivers 13 high-authority links |
How can I add more sites or top up my credits and quotas?
How can I add more sites or top up my credits and quotas?
🛒 Top-Up Options
There are two workflows for topping up:
1. ✅ OTTO-Specific Top-Ups
1. ✅ OTTO-Specific Top-Ups
In the top-right corner of the screen, locate your Avatar (👤) – it’s the round user icon next to the notifications bell and grid icon.
Click Avatar (👤) to open the dropdown Account Menu.
In the Account Menu, click Billing (under the FINANCE area).
Inside the Billing workspace, scroll to the Usage & Quotas area (the section that lists AI Premium Quota, Local SEO Points, Keyword Rank Tracker, Site Audits, etc.).
In the Usage & Quotas section, look at the right-hand column labeled “Available”.
On the row corresponding to the quota you want to increase (for example, OTTO Sites, HyperDrive Credits, or OTTO AI Quota), click the green Top Up button.
2.💡 Top-Ups for AI, Hyperdrive, Full Article & Others
2.💡 Top-Ups for AI, Hyperdrive, Full Article & Others
In any feature like Content Genius, locate the quota bar at the top of the tool
Click on the circular indicator for the credit type
A modal will appear showing:
Used
Remaining
Total
✅ Top Up button
Click “Top Up” to purchase
📌 Notes
Quotas reset monthly unless otherwise specified
There are two types of Hyperdrive credits:
Monthly reset credits — These are the credits included within the plan packages that users purchase.
Rollover Hyperdrive credits — These are additional Hyperdrive credits purchased separately, outside of the plan package. They stay in the user's account until they are used.
OTTO Activations are site-based and do not expire
Hyperdrive Credits power all CloudStack publications
Pricing and quota availability are plan-dependent
Growth plan includes 10 HDC per month (the 7.5 logic does not apply)
When do quotas reset?
When do quotas reset?
♻️ How Credit Resets Work
Your credits, including AI, Hyperdrive, and OTTO, reset on a regular cycle based on your plan and billing settings. Each billing cycle starts with a fresh quota.
📅 Credit Reset Schedule
Credits reset monthly based on your billing cycle date.
This applies to:
AI Credits (Content Genius & writing tools)
Hyperdrive Credits (Cloud Stacks, press releases, citations)
Google Business Profile Actions (posts, Q&As, replies — where enabled)
👥 Credit Tracking Model
Starter plan: Tracked per account
Growth and Pro plans: Tracked per user seat
Each seat receives quota access according to its role and plan tier.
📊 How to Check Usage
Navigate to Account → Quota Dashboard
View:
Remaining credits
Credit reset date
Recent usage history
Add more credits as needed using the “Add More” button
💡 Pro Tip
Running recurring campaigns with Hyperdrive or Content Genius?
Set a calendar reminder before your reset date to ensure continuous publishing and avoid automation gaps.💳 Note about Hyperdrive Credits
There are two types of Hyperdrive credits:
Monthly reset credits — These are the credits included within the plan packages that users purchase.
Rollover Hyperdrive credits — These are additional Hyperdrive credits purchased separately, outside of the plan package. They stay in the user's account until they are used.
Can I buy more credits?
Can I buy more credits?
🚀 Expanding Your Usage Limits
You can expand your usage limits anytime with on-demand add-ons — no need to upgrade your entire plan.
⚙️ Common On-Demand Upgrades
➕ +20 AI Articles for extra content generation
⚡ +100 Hyperdrive Credits for off-page SEO (Cloud Stacks, citations, press releases) — $99 flat rate
🌐 +1 or more OTTO SEO Activations to optimize additional domains — starting at $59/site, with volume pricing
🧾 Recurring top-ups (available on Growth, Pro, and Enterprise plans)
Note: Add-on pricing varies by usage tier. Discounts apply for 2–9, 10–24, and 25+ OTTO sites.
💡 When to Use Add-Ons
These upgrades are ideal if you:
Reach your quota mid-project
Launch a new SEO or content campaign
Onboard more client domains than usual
📍 How to Upgrade
Go to Avatar (👤) → Account Menu → Billing → Click Current Plan
Click Upgrade (if you are on Starter or Growth).
Choose your new plan and confirm.
🕒 Add-ons activate instantly once confirmed, no downtime or delays.
What consumes my credits?
What consumes my credits?
Search Atlas uses several types of credits depending on the tools you use. Each credit type powers different tasks, and they are consumed as you generate content, build links, or optimize sites.
💡 Common Tasks That Consume Credits
Task | Credit Type Used | Quota Usage |
Title Tag Suggestion | AI Generation Points | 1 point |
Meta Description Suggestion | AI Generation Points | 1 point |
Image Alt Text Suggestion | AI Generation Points | 0.2 points |
Meta Keyword Suggestion | AI Generation Points | 1 point |
Heading Tag Suggestion (H1/H2) | AI Generation Points | 1 point |
Open Graph / Twitter Tag Suggestion | AI Generation Points | 1 point each |
Internal Linking (20 links) | AI Generation Points | 1 point |
AI-Generated Landing Page | AI Generation Points | 15 points |
Topical Map Creation | AI Generation Points | 20 points |
Article from Topical Map | AI Premium (Full Article) | 3 points |
Deploying SEO Fixes via OTTO | AI Generation Points | Varies by fix type |
CloudStack (13 backlinks) | Hyperdrive Credits | 15 credits |
Standard Press Release Distribution | Hyperdrive Credits | 10 credits + Channel fees |
Dynamic Press Release Distribution | Hyperdrive Credits | 13 credits + Channel fees |
Citation Building (Local SEO) | Hyperdrive Credits | Varies by platform |
Activating OTTO on a New Site | OTTO Activation | 1 activation |
📊 Credit Types Overview
Credit Type | What It Powers | Included Quota (Pro Plan) | Top-Up Price |
AI Generation Points | Tags, links, landing pages, topical maps, OTTO fixes | 2,000 | 500 for $19 |
Hyperdrive Credits | CloudStacks, PRs, citations (off-page automation) | 30 | $1 per credit |
AI Premium (Full Article) | Long-form content from Topical Maps | 90 | $1 per article |
OTTO Activations | Enables OTTO features on domains | 4 | $59–$99 per site |
🧠 For other plan tiers:
Starter includes: 500 AI Gen Points, 0 Hyperdrive, 1 Activation
Growth includes: 500 AI Gen Points, 10 Hyperdrive, 2 Activations
Pro includes: 2,000 AI Gen Points, 30 Hyperdrive, 4 Activations
Enterprise is custom — Request a quote
📌 Notes
All quotas and credis reset monthly based on your plan.
Note about Hyperdrive Credits
There are two types of Hyperdrive credits:
Monthly reset credits — These are the credits included within the plan packages that users purchase.
Rollover Hyperdrive credits — These are additional Hyperdrive credits purchased separately, outside of the plan package. They stay in the user's account until they are used.
OTTO Activations are reusable — you can deactivate one site and reassign the activation.
🔁 Quota & Billing Cycle
Credit usage is tracked:
Per account on Starter
Per seat on Growth and Pro
You can view and top up quotas directly in the Quota Dashboard:
Go to Avatar (👤) → Account Menu → Billing → Usage & Quotas
All of your credits and quotas reset automatically every month, based on the subscription plan you’re on. That includes usage limits for projects, campaigns, tracked sites, and even Hyperdrive credits.
💳 Note about Hyperdrive Credits
There are two types of Hyperdrive credits:
Monthly reset credits — These are the credits included within the plan packages that users purchase.
Rollover Hyperdrive credits — These are additional Hyperdrive credits purchased separately, outside of the plan package. They stay in the user's account until they are used.
There's nothing you need to do to trigger the renewal, the system handles it behind the scenes at the start of each billing cycle. If you're unsure when your current cycle began, you can check your Billing section under Account Settings.
Is the 13 citations claim monthly or one-time?
Is the 13 citations claim monthly or one-time?
☁️ What Is a Cloud Stack?
A Cloud Stack is an off-page SEO automation built by OTTO to boost your domain authority using trusted cloud platforms.
🔗 What’s Included in Each Cloud Stack
Each stack creates 13 high-authority backlinks published on:
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Microsoft Azure
IBM Cloud
Google Cloud
GitHub
Links are indexed, structured, and include branded or keyword-rich anchor text.
⚡ Cost per Stack
20 Hyperdrive Credits per Cloud Stack
Cost includes AI-generated content, formatting, and publication across all platforms
📈 Usage Notes
You can generate unlimited Cloud Stacks, based on your available Hyperdrive Credits.
All stacks include unique content shells — not reused across campaigns or domains.
What happens when I exceed my quota?
What happens when I exceed my quota?
When you reach your quota limit, the affected feature will pause automatically, and you’ll see a “quota exceeded” notification.
⚠️ What happens next?
New fixes, content, or actions stop temporarily
You’ll be prompted to add more credits or upgrade
Usage resets at the start of your next billing cycle
🧩 How to resolve it
Go to Avatar (👤) → Account Menu → Billing → Usage & Quotas,
and Top-Up your account.
Choose between a one-time top-up or recurring credits
Or upgrade your plan for auto-scaling benefits
How can I check my current usage and quotas?
How can I check my current usage and quotas?
You can track all your active quotas and usage in real time from your account dashboard.
📍 Steps to check usage
Go to Avatar (👤) → Account Menu → Billing → Usage & Quotas
View your quotas across all categories:
OTTO Fixes
AI Content Generation
Hyperdrive Credits
Google Business Profile Actions
📊 Real-time indicators show:
Remaining credits
Reset schedules
Top-up options (when available)
How do I update my payment method?
How do I update my payment method?
Updating your payment details is quick and secure from your account settings.
🧾 Steps to update your card
Go to Avatar (👤) → Account Menu → Billing
Click “Update Payment Method”
Enter your new card details
Confirm it as your default payment method
How can I view invoices or receipts?
How can I view invoices or receipts?
📄 Steps to view or download invoices:
Go to Avatar (👤) → Account Menu → Billing
Scroll down and Click on any transaction to view details
Download the invoice or receipt (PDF)
📬 You’ll also receive a copy by email for every charge.
What are the types of Hyperdrive Credits (HDC), and do they rollover?
What are the types of Hyperdrive Credits (HDC), and do they rollover?
Only Hyperdrive Credits (HDC) have two types of usage behavior:
Recurrent credits — These reset at the beginning of each plan cycle and are included within the plan packages that users purchase.
Rollover (non-recurrent) credits — These are additional HDC purchased separately, outside of the plan package, and do not reset at the start of a new cycle.
All other credit types reset automatically at the beginning of each user’s plan cycle.
With clarity around your billing and credit usage, you’ll maximize your platform investment. Return here to review plan options, billing history, and credit top-ups anytime your strategy scales.