Per-Record Billing FAQ: Common Questions About Balance Deduction and Top-Up on the Number Screening Platform (10 Questions & 10 Answers)

In the context of overseas customer acquisition, efficiently managing acquisition costs is a core issue every team must face. Traditional subscription-based software often forces you to pay for idle resources: during off-peak seasons, you pay monthly fees for features you don’t use; during peak seasons, you are limited by package quotas.

The per-record billing model completely solves this pain point. Simply put, it’s “top up balance → deduct fees based on actual number of records screened”. You pay only for what you use, with no fixed monthly fees. This model naturally suits small and medium-sized teams and studios with fluctuating traffic and flexible budgets. This article uses 10 core Q&As to give you a comprehensive understanding of the core logic of number screening billing Q&A, helping you easily control acquisition costs on KK-DATA.

What is Per-Record Billing? How is it Different from Subscription Plans?

The core of per-record billing is “no subscription fee + pay-as-you-go consumption”. You just need to top up a balance in the system. Then, each time you submit a screening task (e.g., checking if 10,000 Telegram numbers are active), after the task is completed, the system deducts the corresponding fee from your balance.

This is like the relationship between prepaid mobile phone credit and a plan package—but here there’s no monthly rental; you are only charged when you use it.

Per-Record Billing vs. Subscription Plans: Which is More Suitable for Overseas Teams?

Comparison Dimension	Per-Record Billing (KK-DATA Model)	Traditional Subscription Plan
Fee Model	Top up balance, deduct per record screened	Pay fixed monthly/yearly fee
Flexibility	Very high: spend less in off-peak, more in peak; fully autonomous	Low: exceeding plan quota requires additional payment or upgrade
Entry Barrier	Low: start with a small top-up, recommended ~50 USDT	High: usually requires prepaying full month/year
Resource Waste	Almost zero: balance is permanent, no pressure to use or lose	Unused screening quotas in a plan often expire and are wasted
Suitable Teams	Small to medium teams with unstable traffic, tight budgets, or in trial phase	Large teams with stable traffic and scaled operations

From the table, for most overseas marketing teams, especially those just starting to use screening tools, per-record billing is the more practical choice. You don’t need to pay upfront for “possible future needs”; every payment corresponds to an actual screening execution.

Why Does Per-Record Billing Lower the Entry Barrier for Small and Medium Teams?

In the past, many teams were discouraged by monthly subscription fees of hundreds or even thousands of dollars. Per-record billing directly lowers this barrier to a “test before buy” level:

1. Low-cost trial: Top up 50 USDT, run a small batch task (e.g., 1,000 records) to test data quality. If satisfied, scale up; if not, loss is minimal and you can stop investing anytime.
2. Scale on demand: When your overseas business experiences explosive growth, you no longer need to wait until the end of the month to upgrade your plan. Just submit a larger batch in the console; the system automatically consumes the balance and executes without interrupting your acquisition rhythm due to plan limits.
3. Financial control: No hidden costs. You can see the estimated cost clearly before submitting a task, and every deduction has a detailed record. Team leaders can precisely calculate the cost per lead.

Balance Top-Up Guide: USDT Anonymous Top-Up Steps

Now that you understand the model, the next step is how to top up your account. KK-DATA uses USDT (TRC20) anonymous top-up, which is currently the most mainstream crypto payment method—secure, fast, and privacy-friendly.

USDT (TRC20) Top-Up Process and Precautions

1. Log in to the console: Open https://app.kkdata.cc/ and log in to your account.
2. Get the top-up address: On the “Balance Management” or “Top-Up” page in the console, the system generates a unique USDT (TRC20) top-up address. Double-check this address; it may differ each time it’s generated.
3. Initiate the transfer: In your personal crypto wallet or exchange (e.g., Binance, OKX), select “Withdraw” or “Transfer”, choose the network TRC20, paste the address you just obtained, and enter the top-up amount.
4. Confirm receipt: After the transfer is complete, usually within a few minutes (depending on network congestion), the balance will automatically be updated in your account. You can check the progress in the top-up records in the console.

Key reminder: For your first top-up, it is recommended to transfer a small amount (e.g., 5 USDT) to test the arrival speed. Once confirmed, proceed with a larger transfer. The blockchain transaction fee (miner fee) generated by the on-chain transfer is borne by the sender. The platform does not charge any additional top-up fees.

Minimum Top-Up Amount and Multi-Top-Up Strategy

The platform recommends a minimum top-up amount of approximately 50 USDT. This threshold is reasonable: it ensures you can complete batch screening tasks (e.g., screening tens of thousands of numbers) while avoiding the hassle of frequent small top-ups.

Multi-top-up strategy suggestions:

• Beginner phase: Top up 50 USDT as a “test fund” to verify number quality and conversion rates.
• Stable phase: Based on average weekly/monthly consumption, top up an amount equal to or slightly higher than expected. For example, if monthly consumption is 200 USDT, top up 200–250 USDT at the beginning of each month to avoid interruptions due to insufficient balance.
• Promotional phase: Follow the official channel https://t.me/kkdata_channel or contact customer service https://t.me/kkdata_robot for possible top-up event information.

Deduction Rules and Timing: How is the Fee Deducted After Task Completion?

Understanding the deduction rules is key to controlling costs. KK-DATA’s deduction logic is very clear: After the task is completed, the fee is deducted from the balance based on the actual number of records screened.

Specifically:

• When submitting a task: The system will display an estimated total cost based on the screening type you select (e.g., Telegram validity check, WhatsApp activity check) and the number of records to be checked. This number is an estimate at the current unit price, used to remind you to have sufficient balance.
• During task execution: No deduction occurs.
• After task completion: The system generates the final number of numbers that were “successfully screened” (may be slightly less than submitted due to network fluctuations, number format issues, etc.). Then it deducts from your balance based on actual number screened × current unit price. You can see the complete formula “Actual Usage × Unit Price = Final Deduction” in the task details.

Cost Estimation and Control: How to Know How Much You’ll Spend in Advance?

Knowing the cost clearly before submitting a task is a good budget management habit. KK-DATA’s system provides a clear cost estimation function on the task creation page.

Example steps:

1. Create a batch screening task, select the target channel (e.g., Telegram).
2. Check the screening types (e.g., “Telegram validity + gender identification”).
3. Upload or paste a CSV file containing 5,000 numbers.
4. The system will immediately display below: Unit Price (Telegram validity) × Quantity + Unit Price (Gender identification) × Quantity = Estimated Total Cost.
5. This estimated cost is not the final price, but the margin of error is very small. You can use this to decide whether to proceed.

Note: Different platforms (Telegram, WhatsApp, iMessage, RCS, etc.) and different screening types (active/valid/active/gender) have different unit prices. For accurate and precise unit prices, please refer to the real-time unit prices displayed in the console, or check the billing instructions at https://kkdata.cc/billing/.

How Data Deduplication Helps You Save Balance

This is a feature many teams overlook but can actually save a lot of money—the cross-task number deduplication repository.

Scenario: Suppose you run a private community and have 10,000 phone numbers. This week, you screened these numbers for Telegram active status and exported the results. Next week, you need to re-check the WhatsApp status of these numbers.

Without deduplication, you would need to submit two tasks and pay screening fees twice for those same 10,000 numbers.

Solution: KK-DATA’s “Data Deduplication Repository” records all numbers that have been screened in your historical tasks. When you submit a task containing these numbers again, the system automatically identifies and skips them, only screening new numbers. Duplicate numbers are not charged.

This mechanism is extremely valuable for teams that need to cross-validate multiple platforms or conduct phased screening (e.g., first screen all Telegram active users, then screen activity among that group). It avoids a lot of duplicate charges, ensuring every penny is spent on “new data.”

Account Balance Management: View Balance, Top-Up Records, and Deduction Details

Clear financials are the foundation of team collaboration. In the KK-DATA console, you can easily manage financial reconciliation.

• Real-time balance: After logging in, the current account balance is prominently displayed in the top right corner or navigation bar of the homepage.
• Top-up records: Go to the “Balance Management” section to view all historical top-up records, including time, amount, transaction hash, and other details.
• Deduction details: Also in “Balance Management” or on each task’s detail page, you can see the deduction record for each task: task ID, screening platform/type, actual usage, unit price, and final deduction amount. All data is transparent and can be exported for integration with financial systems.

Frequently Asked Questions (10 Questions & 10 Answers)

Q: Does per-record billing support refunds? A: No. Once a deduction is completed (after task execution), it cannot be refunded. It is recommended to first run a small batch test to verify data quality before submitting large batches.

Q: Are the unit prices the same for different screening types? A: No. Prices differ for platforms like Telegram, WhatsApp, iMessage, RCS, etc., and for screening types like active/valid/active/gender. Please check the estimated cost when submitting a task in the console or refer to the official billing page.

Q: Are there any additional fees for top-up USDT? A: The blockchain network fee generated by the on-chain transfer is borne by you. The platform does not charge any top-up fee. After the top-up arrives, the balance is updated automatically with no hidden fees.

Q: Can I withdraw or transfer my unused balance to another account? A: Withdrawal or transfer is not supported. The balance can only be used for screening tasks within the platform. It is recommended to top up as needed to avoid excessive idle funds.

Q: What happens if my balance is insufficient when submitting a task? A: The system will prompt insufficient balance, and the task cannot be created. You need to top up to a sufficient amount (≥ estimated cost) before submitting.

Q: Are there format requirements for batch importing numbers? A: CSV and TXT formats are supported, with one number per line. It is recommended to use international format (e.g., +8613800138000) to improve carrier recognition accuracy.

Q: If a number fails screening (e.g., network timeout), will I be charged? A: The system only charges for numbers successfully screened. Numbers that fail due to format errors, network anomalies, or other reasons will not be counted in the final deduction.

Q: Can I screen multiple platforms in the same task? A: Currently, one task supports selecting one target platform (e.g., only Telegram or only WhatsApp). For the same batch of data, it is recommended to submit two separate tasks (first screen Telegram, then use the deduplication repository to screen WhatsApp). This maximizes cost savings.

Q: How long are the numbers in the deduplication repository kept? A: They are kept permanently. As long as your account exists, all screened number records are stored in the deduplication repository for automatic skipping in future tasks and cost savings.

Q: How can I quickly estimate daily/monthly spending? A: Based on past batch data, you can calculate the average screening cost per valid number (total deduction ÷ total screened quantity). Then combine this with the number of numbers you plan to screen daily/weekly for a rough estimate. The task history in the console provides complete deduction details, which are a good reference.

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Experience the subscription-free per-record billing model now: Log in to Console to view real-time balance and unit prices. View full documentation and billing instructions: https://docs.kkdata.cc/ For any questions about top-up or deductions, contact official customer service: https://t.me/kkdata_robot