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Billing Services

Welcome to the Billing Services documentation. This section covers all aspects of billing, payment, and cost management for your sc.sb platform usage.

What are Billing Services?​

Billing Services provide comprehensive tools for managing your sc.sb platform costs, payments, and financial resources. These services include:

  • Cost Management - Monitor and control your spending
  • Payment Processing - Secure payment handling and billing
  • Usage Tracking - Detailed resource utilization monitoring
  • Invoice Management - Billing statements and payment history
  • Budget Controls - Spending limits and alerts

Getting Started​

Account Setup​

Before using Billing Services, ensure you have:

  • Active sc.sb Account - Valid membership and service access
  • Payment Method - Credit card or bank account on file
  • Billing Address - Accurate billing information
  • Tax Information - Required for tax calculations

Quick Start​

  1. Access Billing Dashboard - Navigate to your billing portal
  2. Set Up Payment Method - Add your preferred payment option
  3. Configure Budget Alerts - Set spending notifications
  4. Review Usage - Monitor your current resource consumption

Billing Features​

Cost Management​

  • Real-time Monitoring - Live cost tracking and alerts
  • Usage Analytics - Detailed consumption reports
  • Cost Optimization - Recommendations for savings
  • Budget Planning - Forecast and plan expenses
  • Resource Tagging - Organize costs by project or department

Payment Processing​

  • Multiple Payment Methods - Credit cards, bank transfers, and digital wallets
  • Automated Billing - Recurring payment processing
  • Invoice Generation - Detailed billing statements
  • Payment History - Complete transaction records
  • Refund Processing - Automated refund handling

Usage Tracking​

  • Service-level Metrics - Per-service usage tracking
  • Time-based Analysis - Usage patterns over time
  • Resource Utilization - CPU, memory, storage, and network usage
  • API Call Tracking - API usage and costs
  • Data Transfer Monitoring - Bandwidth usage and costs

Documentation Sections​

Billing Dashboard​

Overview​

The billing dashboard provides a comprehensive view of your account's financial status:

  • Current Balance - Real-time account balance
  • Monthly Usage - Current month's resource consumption
  • Upcoming Charges - Pending billing amounts
  • Payment History - Recent transactions and payments
  • Service Costs - Breakdown by service type

Key Metrics​

  • Total Monthly Cost - Current month's total charges
  • Usage Trends - Historical usage patterns
  • Cost per Service - Individual service costs
  • Budget Status - Progress toward spending limits
  • Payment Status - Current payment information

Support and Resources​

Billing Support​

  • Account Management - Billing account assistance
  • Payment Issues - Payment processing help
  • Usage Questions - Usage and cost inquiries
  • Invoice Disputes - Billing dispute resolution
  • Refund Requests - Refund processing assistance

Getting Help​

  • Billing Portal - Self-service billing management
  • Support Tickets - Direct billing support
  • Knowledge Base - Billing FAQ and guides
  • Account Manager - Dedicated billing support
  • Phone Support - Voice support for urgent issues

Next Steps​

Billing Services provide transparent and efficient cost management for your sc.sb platform usage. Monitor your spending, optimize costs, and manage payments effectively.