This article explains how Search Atlas Coworker usage counts against your Search Atlas plan quota and what to expect when limits are reached.

## Does Search Atlas Coworker Use My Search Atlas Quota?

Yes — requests that involve Search Atlas data (keyword research, site audits, GSC queries, etc.) count against the same quota as equivalent actions performed in the Search Atlas dashboard. Using Search Atlas Coworker does not give you additional quota on top of your plan.

## What Counts as a Request

- **Data lookups** (rankings, GSC performance, keyword data) — counted the same as dashboard usage
- **Site audits** — counted as an audit run, same as triggering one from the dashboard
- **OTTO recommendations** — applying a recommendation via Search Atlas Coworker counts the same as applying it from the dashboard
- **Connector actions** (actions in third-party apps) — do not consume Search Atlas quota; they use the connected app's own limits
- **Routine runs** — each scheduled routine execution counts the same as the equivalent manual request

## What Does Not Count Against Quota

- Conversational messages that do not query Search Atlas data (greetings, help questions, explaining capabilities)
- Web search results
- Image analysis

## What Happens When Quota Runs Out

If your plan quota is exhausted, Search Atlas Coworker will inform you in Slack when you make a request that would exceed it. Active routines that require quota-consuming actions will be paused automatically and will resume at the start of your next billing cycle when quota resets.

## Checking Your Remaining Quota

Ask Search Atlas Coworker: *"How much of my quota have I used this month?"* for a real-time usage summary, or check your avatar → **Billing** → **Plans & Top-ups** page in the Search Atlas dashboard.

## Upgrading Your Plan

If you consistently hit quota limits through Search Atlas Coworker usage, consider upgrading your Search Atlas plan. Contact support or visit the top-right corner (avatar) → **Billing** → **Plans & Top-ups** tab (Billing) for available options.