> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://www.magicpatterns.com/docs/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Common Questions > Frequently Asked Questions about Magic Patterns > [accordion] What is Magic Patterns? > > Magic Patterns generates a functional web application that matches your existing product and allows you to explore new ideas in minutes. We offer features like using your own [design system](https://www.magicpatterns.com/docs/documentation/design-systems/overview.md) and existing designs, sharing with teammates, password protection, and more. > [accordion] How do customers use Magic Patterns? > > We support large enterprises and fast-moving startups. Check out our [customer showcase](https://www.magicpatterns.com/customers) to see how our users are using Magic Patterns. > For example, read how [Luthor is winning more deals](https://www.magicpatterns.com/customers/luthor) by creating demos with Magic Patterns. > [accordion] Do you have SOC 2? > > Yes, we support many enterprises and are SOC 2 and ISO 27001 compliant. You can access our reports in our [Trust Center](https://trust.magicpatterns.com/). > [accordion] How can I cancel my plan? > > You can cancel your plan at any time. Once logged in, navigate to the "Billing & Subscription" option in the account dropdown (by clicking on your profile picture) and then click "Manage." If you need any help, please do not hesitate to contact us at [support@magicpatterns.com](mailto:support@magicpatterns.com). We want you to have a good experience! > [accordion] How do credits refresh and how can I check my balance? > > Credits renew automatically each month. On monthly plans, renewal happens when > your invoice is paid. On annual plans, renewal happens at 2:00 AM UTC on the > day after your billing date (e.g., \~7:00 PM PST if you're in San Francisco). > For more details on credit timing and how to view your credits history, see > our [Credits and Billing > guide](https://www.magicpatterns.com/docs/documentation/get-started/credits-and-billing.md). > [accordion] Which models do you use? > > We use Anthropic's Claude models (Sonnet 5, Opus 4.8, and Fable 5), Google's > Gemini models, and OpenAI's GPT models (GPT 5.4 mini) to generate designs. > [accordion] What counts as a credit? > > Credits are consumed when you use AI generation features (prompting, agent > mode, component generation). Cost scales with complexity. "Fix with AI" and > manual edits do not consume credits. See our [Credits and Billing > guide](https://www.magicpatterns.com/docs/documentation/get-started/credits-and-billing.md) for details. > [accordion] Where is data stored? > > Data is stored in the United States. Specifically, our primary database is > hosted on AWS. We are a Delaware C-corp, based in San Francisco, California, > United States. > [accordion] What's the difference between Components and Designs? > > Designs are individual projects you create (like a landing page). Components > are reusable UI elements (like a custom button used on that landing page) that > are part of a [design system](https://www.magicpatterns.com/docs/documentation/design-systems/overview.md). Design > Systems are collections of styling rules and components that ensure > consistency across your designs (like "Acme Design System"). > [accordion] What is MagicOS, and how do I bring my designs into it? > > MagicOS is an infinite design canvas where your designs, documents, and > references live together, and the coordinator runs work on them in parallel. > To start one, click **Create** on your dashboard and choose **MagicOS**. To > bring in a design you already made, open the **File** menu in MagicOS and > choose **Import Existing Design**. \ > \ > Not sure which to use? See > [MagicOS vs. Designs](https://www.magicpatterns.com/docs/documentation/magic-os/when-to-use-magicos.md). > [accordion] How do I set up a custom domain? > > Every Magic Patterns design is a website, so you can host it on any domain you > own! See our [Custom Domain guide](https://www.magicpatterns.com/docs/documentation/get-started/custom-domain.md) > for full instructions. > [accordion] How do I use custom components in my designs? > > There are two ways: \ > 1\. **Automatic**: Create a [Design > System](https://www.magicpatterns.com/docs/documentation/design-systems/overview.md) and add your components to it. > When you create designs using that Design System, components are used > automatically. \ > 2\. **Manual**: Type `@ComponentName` in any design to > reference a specific component. \ > \ > [Learn more about using > components](https://www.magicpatterns.com/docs/documentation/design-systems/editing/components.md) > [accordion] What is your #1 tip for getting accurate results? > > Use [Select > Mode](https://www.magicpatterns.com/docs/documentation/editor/how-to-prompt.md#select-mode-and-visual-edit)! > [accordion] The AI keeps making the same mistake. What do I do? > > Try the [/Debug skill](https://www.magicpatterns.com/docs/documentation/editor/how-to-prompt.md#debug) and check > out our [Troubleshooting guide](https://www.magicpatterns.com/docs/documentation/troubleshooting/overview.md) > [accordion] I asked for a change but don't see it on my design. Why? > > The AI likely made the change, but it's not "hooked up" or it's on a different > page. Quick fix: Ask the AI: "I don't see my changes. Can you explain what you > did and where I should look?" Common reasons include: the AI created a new > page but didn't link a button to it, the change is on a different route or > it's in a modal or hidden state you need to trigger. [Learn more > troubleshooting > tips](https://www.magicpatterns.com/docs/documentation/troubleshooting/overview.md#i-dont-see-my-changes). > [accordion] What does 'Fork' mean and how do I use it? > > Fork means create a copy of your design. It's great for new ideas or > collaboration! [Learn more about forking](https://www.magicpatterns.com/docs/documentation/editor/forking.md)! > [accordion] I'm interested in your API. What's your API pricing? > > For the [Magic Patterns API](https://www.magicpatterns.com/docs/api/getting-started.md), usage draws from your > normal Magic Patterns credit balance — the same credits the web app and MCP > use. There is no separate API subscription. This documentation is built and hosted on [Mintlify](https://mintlify.com), a developer documentation platform.