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Bolt.new Ran Out of Tokens

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updated:
November 15, 2026
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// 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

  1. FIX 1Free plan: edit code directly

    1. 01Use Code view, which costs no tokens
    2. 02Wait for the daily reset or upgrade
    Did this fix it?
  2. FIX 2Upgrade your plan

    1. 01Billing & usage > Upgrade plan
    2. 02Higher tiers give a better price per token
    Did this fix it?
  3. FIX 3Reload tokens if eligible

    1. 01Reload is available on the highest monthly Pro tier or any annual Pro plan
    2. 02Reloaded tokens do not expire
    Did this fix it?
  4. FIX 4Check rollover

    1. 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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