Rate Limiting
Controlling the number of AI API requests allowed per time period to prevent abuse, manage costs, and ensure fair resource allocation.
Definition
Controlling the number of AI API requests allowed per time period to prevent abuse, manage costs, and ensure fair resource allocation.
Why It Matters for AI Governance
Rate limiting is both a cost control and a security measure. It prevents runaway AI costs from misconfigured agents and limits the blast radius of compromised API keys.
How CrewCheck Handles This
CrewCheck's LLM gateway applies rate limiting-related controls at the request boundary. Every AI call passes through detection, policy evaluation, and audit logging — ensuring that rate limiting is addressed consistently across all teams and providers.
The governance dashboard provides real-time visibility into rate limiting events, with drill-down capabilities for compliance officers and exportable evidence for auditors.