> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://orchata.ai/docs/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Pricing Plans

> Choose the right plan for your needs

Orchata offers three pricing tiers designed to scale with your needs. All new accounts start on the **Sandbox** tier, perfect for testing and evaluation.

## Plan Comparison

| Feature                        | Sandbox                    | Developer               | Pro                     |
| ------------------------------ | -------------------------- | ----------------------- | ----------------------- |
| **Price**                      | Free                       | Free + usage            | \$69/mo + usage         |
| **Spaces**                     | 2                          | 10                      | Unlimited               |
| **Documents per Space**        | 50                         | 500                     | 1,000                   |
| **Daily API Calls**            | 100                        | Unlimited (usage-based) | Unlimited (usage-based) |
| **MCP Access**                 | ✅                          | ✅                       | ✅                       |
| **Data Retention**             | 7 days                     | Unlimited               | Unlimited               |
| **API Keys**                   | 1 (30-day expiry required) | 10                      | Unlimited               |
| **Custom API Key Permissions** | ❌                          | ❌                       | ✅                       |
| **3rd Party Integrations**     | ❌                          | ❌                       | ✅                       |
| **Analytics**                  | ❌                          | ❌                       | ✅                       |
| **Chat Support**               | ❌                          | ❌                       | ✅                       |

## Sandbox

Perfect for testing and evaluation. Get started with Orchata at no cost.

**Included:**

* 1 space for organizing your documents
* Up to 50 documents per space
* 100 daily API calls
* 7-day data retention (data is automatically deleted after 7 days)
* 1 API key with 30-day expiration

**Limitations:**

* No MCP server access
* Data expires after 7 days
* Single API key only
* Rate limiting cannot be disabled

<Warning>
  Sandbox tier data is automatically deleted after 7 days. Upgrade to Developer or Pro for permanent data retention.
</Warning>

## Developer

Ideal for building applications and integrations. Pay only for what you use.

**Included:**

* 10 spaces for organizing your knowledge
* Up to 500 documents per space
* Unlimited data retention
* Up to 10 API keys
* MCP server access
* Usage-based billing (pay per API call, document, etc.)

**API Key Features:**

* Optional expiration dates
* Configurable rate limits
* Standard permission levels (read, write, delete)

<Info>
  Developer tier is free to start. You only pay for usage (API calls, document processing, storage).
</Info>

## Pro

Built for production applications and teams. Includes advanced features and priority support.

**Included:**

* Unlimited spaces
* Up to 1,000 documents per space
* 5,000 daily API calls
* Unlimited data retention
* Unlimited API keys
* MCP server access
* **Custom API key permissions** - Create fine-grained permission sets
* **3rd party integrations** - Connect with your existing tools
* **Analytics dashboard** - Track usage and performance
* **Chat support** - Priority support via chat
* Usage-based billing

**Pro-Exclusive Features:**

### Custom API Key Permissions

Create custom permission sets beyond the standard read/write/delete levels. Perfect for complex access control requirements.

### 3rd Party Integrations

Connect Orchata with your existing tools and workflows. Integrate with Slack, Zapier, and other platforms.

### Analytics Dashboard

Track your usage patterns, query performance, and document analytics. Make data-driven decisions about your knowledge base.

### Chat Support

Get priority support from our team via chat. Faster response times and dedicated assistance for your production needs.

## Enterprise

For organizations with custom requirements, compliance needs, or high-scale deployments, we offer custom enterprise solutions.

**Enterprise deployments include:**

* Custom infrastructure and deployment options
* Dedicated support and account management
* Custom SLA guarantees
* Advanced security and compliance features
* Tailored pricing and contract terms
* On-premise or private cloud deployments (available upon request)

<Info>
  Interested in an enterprise deployment? Reach out to [support@orchata.ai](mailto:support@orchata.ai) to schedule a call with our team and discuss your specific requirements.
</Info>

## API Key Constraints by Tier

Different tiers have different constraints on API key creation and configuration:

| Constraint             | Sandbox                | Developer | Pro       |
| ---------------------- | ---------------------- | --------- | --------- |
| **Max API Keys**       | 1                      | 10        | Unlimited |
| **Expiry Required**    | Yes (30 days)          | No        | No        |
| **Max Expiry Days**    | 30 (enforced)          | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| **Rate Limiting**      | Required (max 100/day) | Optional  | Optional  |
| **Custom Permissions** | No                     | No        | Yes       |

## Upgrading Your Plan

You can upgrade your plan at any time from the [Orchata dashboard](https://app.orchata.ai). Upgrading is immediate and gives you access to all features of the new tier.

**Upgrade Path:**

* Sandbox → Developer: Unlock MCP access, more spaces, and unlimited data retention
* Developer → Pro: Get unlimited resources, custom permissions, integrations, analytics, and priority support

<Note>
  Need help choosing a plan? Contact us at [support@orchata.ai](mailto:support@orchata.ai) for personalized recommendations.
</Note>

## Next Steps

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  <Card title="Quickstart" icon="rocket" href="/getting-started/quickstart">
    Get started with your first space and document.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Authentication" icon="key" href="/getting-started/authentication">
    Learn about API keys and permissions.
  </Card>

  <Card title="MCP Server" icon="plug" href="/mcp/overview">
    Connect AI assistants to Orchata (Developer/Pro only).
  </Card>

  <Card title="Dashboard" icon="window-maximize" href="https://app.orchata.ai">
    Manage your account and upgrade your plan.
  </Card>
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