GeoCredits
Instead of traditional “rate limits”, NIMBO uses a GeoCredit system to make data access simple, fair, and transparent.
Every time you request a map tile (via TMS, WMS or WMTS), you spend one GeoCredit.
That’s it : 1 tile = 1 GeoCredit.
What is a GeoCredit?
Section titled “What is a GeoCredit?”A GeoCredit (GC) is the basic unit of usage in NIMBO.
Each time your application or GIS software requests a tile image (256×256 px), one GeoCredit is deducted from your monthly balance.
| Action | GeoCredits used |
|---|---|
| Load one map tile in a viewer | 1 GC |
| Pan or zoom (loading 10–20 tiles) | ≈10–20 GC |
| Display a small city area | ≈100 GC |
| Load a full country view | ≈1 000 GC |
💡 Tip: most web browser can cache tiles, so moving back to an already visited area doesn’t always consume additional GeoCredits.
Monthly plans
Section titled “Monthly plans”Each subscription includes a number of monthly GeoCredits:
| Plan | Monthly allowance | Typical usage |
|---|---|---|
| Discovery | 2 000 GC / month | Occasional use, testing, demos |
| Pro | 20 000 GC / month | Regular use, projects, production dashboards |
| Pro HD | 40 000 GC / month | Regular use, projects, production dashboards, Nimbo HD |
| Enterprise | Customizable GC / month | Heavy users, integrations, or national-scale projects |
🔁 GeoCredits renew automatically each month.
If you reach your limit, access is temporarily paused until renewal or upgrade.
How to monitor your usage
Section titled “How to monitor your usage”On the platform
Section titled “On the platform”You can track your remaining GeoCredits at
👉 maps.nimbo.earth/myNimbo/dashboard → Usage & Balance
Displayed values include:
- Remaining credits for the current month
- Estimated reset date
- Daily consumption chart
If you exceed your balance, NIMBO will show a “GeoCredit limit reached” message instead of new tiles.
With Map stream integrated
Section titled “With Map stream integrated”In the response header of the Map stream, you can find X-Kermap-Available-Credits with the remaining credits for the current month.
Upgrading your balance
Section titled “Upgrading your balance”Need more GeoCredits? You have two options:
- Upgrade your plan in your account settings (immediate effect)
- Add extra GeoCredit packs — one-off purchases available on demand
Example: 10 000 additional GeoCredits for a time-limited project or event.
For enterprise or reseller partnerships, get in touch at contact@nimbo.earth.
Summary
Section titled “Summary”| Concept | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 tile = 1 GC | Each map tile request consumes one GeoCredit |
| Monthly balance | Renewed automatically at the start of each month |
| Out-of-credits | New tiles temporarily unavailable |
| Upgrade anytime | Add GeoCredits or switch to a higher plan |
Q: Does reloading the same area consume credits again?
→ Not if your browser or app caches tiles locally.
Q: Are GeoCredits shared across users in one account?
→ Yes, team members share the same monthly pool.
Q: Do unused credits roll over?
→ No — balances reset monthly at your renewal date.
Need help?
Section titled “Need help?”📬 Contact support@nimbo.earth for usage questions or to discuss custom credit options.