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introduction

before launching into speech synthesis, the /speak/cost endpoint can be used to estimate the cost. this helps with project planning, and to align expectations and budget allocations effectively.

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quick start

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authentication

before you can start using our api, you need to authenticate your requests. this is done using an x-api-key that links your requests to your account. if you don’t have an api key yet, check out the instructions here to obtain one.

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estimate your speech synthesis cost

equipped with your x-api-key, navigating the cost estimation for speech synthesis is effortless. to estimate the cost via the playground above follow the instructions below:

via the api playground

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prepare your text or text file URL

ready either your text or the URL to a text file intended for speech generation. these details are essential for calculating the synthesis cost.

enter the text or text file URL as a query parameter when submitting your request to the /speak/cost endpoint.

gather your text or text file URL

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review your estimate

upon submission, an estimate is provided, detailing the credits required to generate audio from your text. this assists in making informed decisions regarding the feasibility of your speech synthesis projects within available budgets.

expect an estimated cost in the response

leveraging the /speak/cost endpoint enables effective planning for your text-to-speech projects. by understanding the potential costs upfront, you’re better positioned to manage your credits and ensure a seamless project execution.