Runway Credits Deducted But No Video

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Workaround available Web, iOS Updated November 13, 2026Based on 4 user reportsHow we research

Quick answer

Credits are returned automatically only when a generation ends in a generation error. If credits were taken and nothing came back, check Assets first, then ask support with the job ID.

Most likely fix: Look in Assets before assuming it is lost

How to fix it

Try these in order — the most common fix is first.

  1. 1. Look in Assets before assuming it is lost

    1. Open Assets > Videos and search for the clip.
    2. Refresh the page or log out and in.
    Did this fix it?
  2. 2. Wait and compare the credit ledger

    1. Wait several minutes after an error.
    2. Check usage history for a refund entry.
    Did this fix it?
  3. 3. Contact support with evidence

    1. Click the help or feedback icon in the app on the failed task.
    2. Add job ID, timestamp, model, credit amount and screenshots.
    3. Describe it as a generation error, not a quality complaint.
    Did this fix it?
  4. 4. Reduce waste on retries

    1. Test at the shortest duration first.
    2. Use a cheaper model while iterating, then render the final one.
    Did this fix it?

Symptoms

Your credit balance dropped but no usable clip appears, or a failed job did not give credits back.

Why it happens

  • Video finished but is not shown in the generation view
  • Blocked input (safety) or cancelled stuck job, which are not refunded
  • Refund still processing after a generation error
  • A completed clip that missed the prompt, which counts as a creative result

This guide also covers

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