BlockPI Tips: The “Low RU balance!” Email

BlockPI Tips: The “Low RU balance!” Email

Hey there! Ever received an email that goes “Low RU balance!”? Wondering what the heck RU balance is and how this reminder thing works? Well, let’s break it down in a language you’ll understand. Get ready for some RU fun!

What’s this RU Balance Thing Anyway?

RU means the Request Unit. When you need to send RPC requests to get some blockchain data, that’s where you consume your RUs. Each method consumes different amount of RUs, since they require different resources. RU balance is like the fuel gauge for your BlockPI account. Think of it as a measure of how many resources you’ve been gobbling up while using BlockPI.

The Low RU Balance Reminder Email:

We want you to know that BlockPI cares about you, and we don’t want your resource tank to hit empty. That’s why we email you when your RU balance is getting low.

It’s like your mom reminding you to fill up the gas tank before going on a road trip. Here’s how it works, buddy:

The “Uh-Oh” Threshold:

When your RU balance drops below 10% of all the RU packages in your account, BlockPI’s alarm bells start ringing. The system sends you a friendly reminder email, saying, “Hey, buddy, time to recharge those resources.”

Reminder Reset Magic:

Now, here’s the cool part. Every time you get yourself an RU package or the system drops a monthly free RU package, the reminder gets reset. It’s like a magical reset button that says, “Hey, you just topped up your resources, so let’s start fresh.” This means you’ll receive a new reminder email only when your balance hits 10% of all the RU packages in your account, since your latest refill.

An Example to Lighten Things Up:

Let’s have some fun with an example to make things easier to visualize. Imagine you’re in these situations:

Example 1:

Your RU balance starts at Elementary package (500 million RU). As you keep doing your thing, your balance slowly drops. When it hits 50 million (that’s 10% of your starting balance), BlockPI sends you a reminder email saying, “Dude, recharge time!” But hey, if you go ahead and add, let’s say, a premium package (4 billion RUs), the reminder threshold resets. Now, you’ll get a new reminder email when your balance dips to 450 million (10% of all the packages in your account).

Example 2: Picture this: You start with a RU package of 500 million RUs. As you use resources, it keeps ticking down. When you hit 50 million (10% of your starting balance), BlockPI jumps in and sends you a reminder email saying, “Hey, it’s time to refuel, my friend!” But hold on, if that’s the last day of the month and you will receive a free month RU package in the next day (you will get a free package on 1st of every month), the reminder threshold will reset in the next day. So now, the next reminder email will pop up when your balance reaches 60 million (10% all the packages in your account).

API Magic: Check Your RU Balance Without Logging In!

Wait, there’s more! BlockPI has an API that lets you check your RU balance without the hassle of logging in. It’s like having x-ray vision to peek into your account’s resources. Just use your existing API key to query your RU balance, and voilà! You’ll know where you stand without breaking a sweat. Click here to check more.

And there you have it, amigo! The low RU balance reminder email system is BlockPI’s way of looking out for you. It’s like having a friendly sidekick telling you when it’s time to recharge those resources. So, keep an eye on your RU balance, add more fuel when needed, and keep rocking on BlockPI!

Happy exploring, my friend!

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