How to get an OpenAI API Key for apps - (2024)

A simple demonstration of how to get a new OpenAI API key. If you're using AI tools or AI platforms you've probably come across the term "OpenAI API key" and wondered what it is, why it's important, and how you get one. An API key serves as a unique identifier that lets you connect to your OpenAI account and access their models like ChatGPT and GPT-4. While it may seem like a hassle, it’s often cheaper in the long-run to use your own API key rather than relying on third-party platforms that act as middle-men. An OpenAI API key plugs you right into the source so you can pay as you go. And the good news is if you have an OpenAI account, then you can get an API key easily, with minimal hassle.

Then click on "API".
Then navigate to the icon in the left side-bar that says "API".
Then click "Create New Secret Key".

[onasdave]

Is it free? If not, please how can I purchase it

[clvanliew]

Hi! I'm building GPTs on the Chat instance of OpenAI's platform. I also have a set of code that is an audio chatbot that uses OpenAI's API. However, it's not constrained by the kinds of blocks that the GPT I build is. Is there a way to build a GPT on the Chat side and then apply it for use in my audio chatbot? Alternatively, is there a way to implement my GPT in a way that anyone can interact with it?

[onasdave]

Does API key generated have an expiry period?

[shirlzo]

So just to confirm we can use a new API key for each pickaxe, is that correct?