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OpenRouter $1 free credits for new users
OpenRouter 为新注册用户提供 $1 免费额度，可用于调用多种开源和商业模型（如 GPT-4、Claude、Llama 等），中国大陆需代理访问。
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Value$1
Typefree-credits
Difficultymedium
Mainland China accessCheck needed
How to claim
- Open the official page or signup link for OpenRouter.
- Requirement: Register account
- Run one real task to confirm the credits work.
- If the deal expires or does not work, use the alternatives below.
Credits and limits
OpenRouter 为新注册用户提供 $1 免费额度，可用于调用多种开源和商业模型（如 GPT-4、Claude、Llama 等），中国大陆需代理访问。
Requirements
- Register account
Alternatives if unavailable
llama.cppMIT open-source; unlimited local use subject to hardwareClineFree and open-source extension; plug in DeepSeek/Qwen for near-zero cost.TextGenAGPL-3.0 open source; free private local useAiderMIT open-source; bring your own model API key, pay-per-use.ContinueApache-2.0 open-source, free. Pairs with local Ollama for zero-cost offline use.TabbyApache-2.0 open-source, self-host for zero API cost.
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FAQ
Is OpenRouter $1 free c still available?
Current status: Ongoing. Always confirm on the official signup page.
What do I need to claim OpenRouter $1 free credits for new users?
Register account
Can I access OpenRouter $1 free credits for new users from mainland China?
A proxy, relay, or Mainland-China-friendly alternative may be needed.