// troubleshooting guide · bolt.new
Bolt.new Ran Out of Tokens
- Status
- Workaround available
- platforms:
- Web
- updated:
- November 15, 2026
- reports:
- 4
- Method
- how we research
RUNBOOK · bolt-new/ran-out-of-tokens4 FIXES
// quick answer
When Bolt tokens run out, free users can still edit in Code view, paid users can upgrade or reload. Free tokens reset daily and monthly; paid tokens on renewal.
Most likely fix: Free plan: edit code directly
How to fix it
// try these in order, the most common fix is first
FIX 1Free plan: edit code directly
- 01Use Code view, which costs no tokens
- 02Wait for the daily reset or upgrade
Did this fix it?FIX 2Upgrade your plan
- 01Billing & usage > Upgrade plan
- 02Higher tiers give a better price per token
Did this fix it?FIX 3Reload tokens if eligible
- 01Reload is available on the highest monthly Pro tier or any annual Pro plan
- 02Reloaded tokens do not expire
Did this fix it?FIX 4Check rollover
- 01Paid tokens roll over for two months; older tokens are used first
Did this fix it?
Symptoms
Prompts are blocked or you see a token limit message.
Why it happens
- C-01Free plan 300K daily or 1M monthly cap reached
- C-02Monthly paid allowance used
- C-03Fix loops drained the balance
// this guide also covers
- bolt.new ran out of tokens
- bolt.new token limit reached
- bolt.new daily limit
- bolt.new buy more tokens
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