Midjourney charges based on the number of images generated and the type of plan subscribed to by the user. The pricing model typically includes a combination of free credits for new users and paid tiers that offer more credits and additional features.
For example, Midjourney offers a free plan that allows users to generate a certain number of images per month. For those needing more credits or advanced features, there are paid plans such as "Basic," "Standard," and "Pro," each with increasing credit allowances and additional capabilities like higher resolution outputs, faster generation times, and priority support.
Users can purchase these plans directly through the Midjourney website, and the cost is deducted from their account balance, which can be topped up using various payment methods.
In the context of cloud services, similar charging models are often used by cloud providers, where services are billed based on usage, such as compute time, storage, or data transfer. For instance, Tencent Cloud offers a pay-as-you-go model for many of its services, allowing users to pay only for what they use, which can be cost-effective and scalable for businesses of all sizes.