General
What is Elumenta API?
What is Elumenta API?
Elumenta API gives developers access to 52 AI models from 9 providers through a single REST API. Instead of managing separate accounts with OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, MidJourney, ElevenLabs and others — you get one endpoint, one token balance, and a unified response format.
Do I need separate accounts with OpenAI, Anthropic, etc.?
Do I need separate accounts with OpenAI, Anthropic, etc.?
No. Elumenta handles all provider integrations. You only need a Elumenta account and API key.
Is Elumenta API compatible with OpenAI SDK?
Is Elumenta API compatible with OpenAI SDK?
Partially. The request format for text generation is OpenAI-compatible (same
messages array format). However, the base URL and authentication header are different. See the Quickstart for details.Billing & Tokens
What is a Elumenta token?
What is a Elumenta token?
Elumenta tokens are internal credits, not LLM context tokens. One Elumenta token represents a fixed compute budget. Each model has a fixed cost in Elumenta tokens per request. See the Tokens page for the full pricing table.
Do unused subscription tokens roll over?
Do unused subscription tokens roll over?
No. Subscription tokens reset each billing cycle. However, token packages (one-time purchases) never expire and carry over indefinitely.
What happens when I run out of tokens?
What happens when I run out of tokens?
Requests return
402 Payment Required. You can top up with a token package or upgrade your subscription from the Dashboard.Can I use all models on the Starter plan?
Can I use all models on the Starter plan?
The Starter plan gives you access to Starter-tier models (19 models) and 50 one-time tokens. All paid plans (Basic and above) unlock all 52 models. Plans differ only in monthly token allowance — not model access.
Technical
How do I handle async generation (video, audio)?
How do I handle async generation (video, audio)?
Long-running generations return a generation ID immediately with
status: pending. Poll GET /api/v2/generate/{id} until the status changes to completed. See the Video Generation Guide for a full example.What's the rate limit?
What's the rate limit?
Rate limits depend on your plan. See the Rate Limits page for details.
Can I use Elumenta from Russia?
Can I use Elumenta from Russia?
Yes. Elumenta is designed for the Russian market. All AI provider calls are routed through a Cloudflare Workers proxy, so you don’t need a VPN. Payments are accepted via Yookassa (Russian cards, SBP) and Telegram Stars.
Is there an SDK?
Is there an SDK?
Official Python and JavaScript SDKs are in development. In the meantime, the API is standard REST — any HTTP client works. See the SDKs page.
Models
How do I know which model to use?
How do I know which model to use?
Start with the Models Catalog for a full list with token costs. For most tasks:
gpt-5-nano or claude-haiku-4.5 for text (0 tkn), dall-e-3 for images (5–13 tkn), flux-1.1-pro for photorealistic images (7 tkn), kling-v2.1 for video (26–94 tkn).How often are new models added?
How often are new models added?
New models are added as providers release them, typically within days of a major release. Check the Changelog for updates.
Does MidJourney work via API?
Does MidJourney work via API?
Yes. Elumenta uses the LegNext proxy to provide MidJourney access via API — no Discord bot required. Use
midjourney-v6 or midjourney-turbo for images, and mj-video-480p / mj-video-720p for videos.Support
How can I get help with the API?
How can I get help with the API?
We offer two support channels:Telegram Support Bot — For instant AI-powered help, visit @ElumentaSupportBot. Ask about features, billing, models, or technical issues and get answers in seconds. Available 24/7.Email Support — For billing questions, partnership inquiries, or detailed technical issues, contact support@elumenta.ru. We typically respond within 24 hours (Mon–Fri, 10:00–19:00 MSK).