# What is Addons ?

### Overview

**Addons** are powerful extensions that enhance your AutoForward bot's capabilities beyond the standard features. Instead of requiring a subscription upgrade, addons use a flexible **credit-based payment system** that lets you unlock only the features you need, when you need them.

#### What Makes Addons Different?

* **Pay-as-you-go**: Buy credits and spend them on specific features
* **No subscription needed**: Perfect for users who need specialized features occasionally
* **Time-limited**: Each addon works for a set duration (e.g., 30 days, 90 days, 1 year)
* **Mix and match**: Activate multiple addons simultaneously based on your needs
* **Gift-able**: Share addon access with other users

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### How the Addon System Works

#### 1. Credits Overview

**Credits** are the currency used to purchase addons. Think of them like tokens you exchange for premium features.

* Purchase credit packages through the Buy Credits screen
* Credits never expire once purchased
* One-time payment for each credit package
* Use credits to unlock any available addon

**To buy credits:**

1. Navigate to **My Addons** screen
2. Tap on the **Credits Balance** card at the top
3. Select a credit package that fits your needs
4. Complete the purchase

#### 2. Purchasing Addons

Once you have credits, activating an addon is simple:

1. Go to **My Addons** screen (Menu → My Addons)
2. Browse available addons or use the search bar
3. Tap **Unlock** on the addon you want
4. Review the price and duration
5. Confirm the purchase

**Your credits will be deducted automatically**, and the addon becomes active immediately.

#### 3. Managing Your Addons

The **My Addons** screen shows all available addons and your active purchases. Use the filter tabs to organize your view:

* **All**: Shows every available addon (both owned and not owned)
* **Active**: Only addons you currently own that haven't expired
* **Expired**: Addons you previously owned that have reached their end date

**Search**: Type addon names or keywords to quickly find specific features.

**Categories**: Filter by category like "Content Tools" or "Automation" for easier browsing.

#### 4. Expiring Addons Warning

When an addon is about to expire (less than 7 days remaining), you'll see a **yellow warning banner** at the top of the screen. This gives you time to renew before losing access.

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### Summary

Addons provide powerful, specialized features without requiring a full subscription upgrade. The credit-based system gives you maximum flexibility to unlock exactly what you need, when you need it. Start by exploring the available addons, identify which ones solve your specific challenges, and activate them to supercharge your AutoForward bot!

**Ready to get started?** Navigate to **Menu → My Addons** and browse the available features today.