# Why is my api code expired **URL:** \ **Category:** Unity SDK\ **Tags:** question, unity\ **Created:** [November 3, 2025, 5:50pm UTC](https://forum.convai.com/t/why-is-my-api-code-expired/5388 "2025-11-03T17:50:13Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 7\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Nadia\_Khartabil](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex004/user_avatar/forum.convai.com/nadia_khartabil/32/4787_2.png) [@Nadia\_Khartabil](https://forum.convai.com/u/Nadia_Khartabil)\ **Post date:** [November 3, 2025, 5:50pm UTC](https://forum.convai.com/t/why-is-my-api-code-expired/5388/1 "2025-11-03T17:50:13Z")
I had used the website and then it requests a subscription or to use the avatar in unity or unreal, One i added the API anc character to unity , now its giving an error API code is expired? ---
**Author:** ![K3](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex004/user_avatar/forum.convai.com/k3/32/2611_2.png) [@K3](https://forum.convai.com/u/K3)\ **Post date:** [November 3, 2025, 6:48pm UTC](https://forum.convai.com/t/why-is-my-api-code-expired/5388/2 "2025-11-03T18:48:53Z")
Hello, **Welcome to the Convai Developer Forum!** > I had used the website and then it requests a subscription or to use the avatar in unity or unreal, One i added the API anc character to unity , now its giving an error API code is expired? I’m not sure I fully understand your issue. Could you please share the exact error message you’re seeing? ---
**Author:** ![Nadia\_Khartabil](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex004/user_avatar/forum.convai.com/nadia_khartabil/32/4787_2.png) [@Nadia\_Khartabil](https://forum.convai.com/u/Nadia_Khartabil)\ **Post date:** [November 6, 2025, 3:31pm UTC](https://forum.convai.com/t/why-is-my-api-code-expired/5388/3 "2025-11-06T15:31:45Z")
When I try to start a conversation with my character ( NPC to player) I get the error api key quota expired or invalid. Does that means I need to pay for interacting with my avatar in unity ? ---
**Author:** ![K3](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex004/user_avatar/forum.convai.com/k3/32/2611_2.png) [@K3](https://forum.convai.com/u/K3)\ **Post date:** [November 6, 2025, 4:03pm UTC](https://forum.convai.com/t/why-is-my-api-code-expired/5388/4 "2025-11-06T16:03:42Z")
There’s no platform-specific restriction. Please check your quota from the Billing page on the top right of **[convai.com](http://convai.com)**. If your Free plan quota has been used up, you’ll need to upgrade your plan or use the API key from a different account. ---
**Author:** ![Nadia\_Khartabil](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex004/user_avatar/forum.convai.com/nadia_khartabil/32/4787_2.png) [@Nadia\_Khartabil](https://forum.convai.com/u/Nadia_Khartabil)\ **Post date:** [November 6, 2025, 4:10pm UTC](https://forum.convai.com/t/why-is-my-api-code-expired/5388/5 "2025-11-06T16:10:17Z")
Thank you where can I find the quota for my avatars I thought it was free in unity ---
**Author:** ![K3](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex004/user_avatar/forum.convai.com/k3/32/2611_2.png) [@K3](https://forum.convai.com/u/K3)\ **Post date:** [November 6, 2025, 4:16pm UTC](https://forum.convai.com/t/why-is-my-api-code-expired/5388/6 "2025-11-06T16:16:03Z")
Convai also offers a Free plan, allowing you to try the platform at no cost. For more details, please visit our [Pricing page](https://convai.com/pricing). Documentation: > **[Dashboard Overview | Convai Documentation](https://docs.convai.com/api-docs/convai-playground/get-started/dashboard-overview#profile-and-settings)** > > Learn how to navigate and use the Convai Playground Dashboard to manage characters, experiences, and simulations efficiently. ---
**Author:** ![K3](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex004/user_avatar/forum.convai.com/k3/32/2611_2.png) [@K3](https://forum.convai.com/u/K3)\ **Post date:** [November 30, 2025, 8:53pm UTC](https://forum.convai.com/t/why-is-my-api-code-expired/5388/7 "2025-11-30T20:53:46Z")