Frequently Asked Questions

OpenAI Cost Estimates

Estimated costs for evaluating articles (e.g. video transcripts or descriptions) using OpenAI API.
Based on the cheapest (GPT-4.1 nano) and next-cheapest (GPT-5 mini) models as of March 2026.

Assumptions:

Model Article Length Input Tokens (approx.) Output Tokens Cost per Evaluation Evaluations per $10
GPT-4.1 nano 500 words 967 500 $0.00059 ≈ 16,949
GPT-4.1 nano 800 words 1,367 500 $0.00067 ≈ 14,925
GPT-4.1 nano 1,200 words 1,900 500 $0.00078 ≈ 12,821
GPT-5 mini 500 words 967 500 $0.00124 ≈ 8,065
GPT-5 mini 800 words 1,367 500 $0.00134 ≈ 7,462
GPT-5 mini 1,200 words 1,900 500 $0.00148 ≈ 6,757

Note: These are rough estimates only.
Real costs depend on exact prompt length, output verbosity, caching (if any), and model behavior.
Always check your actual usage in the OpenAI dashboard.

1. Can I add my own text for evaluation?

No, not in the free version. A pro version will include the ability to add your own custom text for evaluation. No ETA yet — availability depends on user demand and development priorities.

2. Is this a WordPress Plugin?

Yes. It is a native WordPress plugin, tested with PHP 8+ and the latest WordPress version (as of 2026).

3. Does it require an OpenAI API key?

Yes, an OpenAI API key is required for the plugin’s AI-powered evaluation features (GPT-based analysis of EEAT signals from video transcripts, descriptions, etc.).

How to obtain an OpenAI API key (step-by-step):

  1. Visit https://platform.openai.com/
  2. Sign in or create an OpenAI account.
  3. Go to API Keys (sidebar or profile → API keys).
  4. Click Create new secret key.
  5. Name it (e.g. “EEAT WordPress Plugin”) and generate.
  6. Copy the key immediately (it’s shown only once).
  7. Paste it into the plugin settings in your WordPress admin.

Important: API usage is charged per token. Monitor usage and set limits in your OpenAI dashboard. Never share your key publicly.

4. Does it require a YouTube API Key?

Optional. The plugin functions without it for manual input and basic features. Adding a YouTube API key allows automatic retrieval of video metadata, descriptions, and (when available) captions/transcripts — greatly improving analysis quality.

How to get a YouTube Data API v3 key (step-by-step):

  1. Go to Google Cloud Console and sign in.
  2. Select or create a project.
  3. Navigate to APIs & Services → Library.
  4. Search for “YouTube Data API v3” and Enable it.
  5. Go to APIs & Services → Credentials.
  6. Click Create Credentials → API key.
  7. Copy the generated key.
  8. (Recommended) Restrict the key to “YouTube Data API v3” only.
  9. Paste it into the plugin settings in WordPress.

Note: Most light-to-moderate usage falls within the free quota. Heavy usage may require linking billing.

5. Will there be a Pro version with more features?

Possibly — it depends on user demand and feedback. Potential Pro features could include custom text evaluation, bulk processing, advanced reports, white-label mode, and priority support. A Pro edition may be developed if interest is strong enough.