Allow AI Pro subscription quota to be used for Gemini API

Google AI Studio
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Problem & Solution
Right now, Google AI Pro subscribers cannot use their subscription quota when making API calls. When I build personal tools in Google AI Studio, I have to pay extra for API usage or stick to the strict free tier, even though I already pay for an AI Pro plan. I propose adding an option to let API requests count against our existing subscription quota.

Specific Details
Add a setting in Google AI Studio to link an active Google AI Pro subscription. When active, API requests should draw from the subscription’s daily or monthly usage limits instead of requiring a separate paid Cloud Billing account.

Use Case
I build custom tools in Google AI Studio for personal use so I don’t have to pay for third-party apps. Using my subscription quota for API calls would let me run my own lightweight tools without paying twice. It adds real value to the AI Pro plan without exceeding the usage limits Google already set for subscribers.

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I spent endless hours making an app now I cant use it, it rate limits me after making 5 images! Using flash lite, it cuts me off after 5, I pay 20 a month for Ai Pro and I get nothing with the Ai Studio very disappointing, now I have to find a work around , I’m not paying the ridiculous api charges

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Totally agree, it’s so frustrating to pay $20 a month and still hit strict limits when building personal projects. Hopefully Google sees this and lets us use our subscription quota.