How to get your own Claude API key (2024)

This is a quick walkthrough of how to get your own API key from Anthropic so you can access Claude models.

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Click "+Create Key".

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In the pop-up, give your key a name and click "Create Key". DO NOT leave the this window. Copy the long string. It is your API key. You only get to look at this once. You will not be able to view it again, you will need to create a new key.

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Use your key wherever you want.

[katemackay]

Can I also ask if you have any training or resources on getting users for your pickaxe once you have built it. Thanks

[newjx]

Getting API key is so hard now for both anthropic and openai. They do not accept many types of credit cards

[katemackay]

When will I be able to make a pickaxe on my phone?