What can I actually build with Nova?
Production web apps, REST APIs, databases, internal tools and dashboards, Vibe-built marketing sites, and autonomous agents that run jobs in the background. Nova chats, plans, writes the files, runs tests, and pushes commits to GitHub โ all from one interface.
Chat mode vs Vibe mode โ which do I use?
Chat mode is the developer surface: connect a GitHub repo, talk to Nova, see the diff, accept it. Vibe is the visual surface: drop in a screenshot or describe a layout and Nova builds the HTML/CSS/JS with live preview. Both are included on every tier.
What's the difference between Fast, Smart, and Pro?
Nova picks the right model for each turn. Fast handles ~90% of work (chat, edits, small refactors). Smart kicks in for multi-file agent runs and debugging. Pro is reserved for the hardest problems โ large refactors, full migrations, security audits โ and only Ultra, Max, and Enterprise can use it.
What happens if I hit my monthly limit?
You keep working โ Nova never blocks you mid-build. Once you exceed your tier's Smart or Pro quota, those requests automatically downgrade to the next-fastest model. Upgrade any time to reset the counter.
How does Agent Mode work?
Agent Mode (Pro and up) runs a planner โ executor โ reviewer loop on every task. Nova proposes a plan, writes the code across multiple files, then a reviewer pass critiques the diff before you accept it. Ultra and Max can also schedule agents to run in the background overnight.
Can I upgrade or downgrade anytime?
Yes. Upgrade takes effect immediately โ you only pay the prorated remainder of the cycle. Downgrade takes effect at the end of the current billing period.
Can I bring my own API key?
Yes on Max and Enterprise. Bring-your-own-key bypasses the request meter entirely โ you pay your provider directly for tokens and Nova only charges the platform fee.
Do you have annual pricing?
Annual plans with a 2-month discount are coming this quarter. Enterprise can opt for annual + custom volume today.
Can I export my code if I leave?
Yes. Everything Nova builds lives in your GitHub repo (or downloadable as a Vibe export zip). Threads, costs, and snapshots are exportable from /nova/account at any time.