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OpenAI API | OpenAI
Since it is hard to predict the downstream use cases of our models, it feels inherently safer to release them via an API and broaden access over time, rather than release an open source model where access cannot be adjusted if it turns out to have harmful applications. With GPT‑2, one of our key ...
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How to see the API Key?
Not after the first time seeing it. You should be able to create another one for free though. I had to do that and just copy it and paste it somewhere like your notes for further use :) More on reddit.com
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How to get the value of OPENAI_API_KEY?
I am wondering to set a key for api in the following statement openai.api_key = os.getenv("OPENAI_API_KEY") Please let me know where should I find it. More on learn.microsoft.com
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How to see the API Key? : OpenAI
Hi. Can someone tell me how I can see my API Key? When I login to OpenAI to see it, it only shows me the "sk" and the last four characters.... More on old.reddit.com
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No access to dalle api key?
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Can I use the OpenAI API for free?
OpenAI offers a limited free usage tier that may change over time. Beyond that, usage is billed based on tokens processed. Check the pricing page for the latest details.
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How does OpenAI API handle API key rotation?
Regular rotation is recommended. Create a new key, update your applications to use it, and then deactivate the old key to minimize service disruption.
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How can I keep my OpenAI API key secure?
Do not hard‑code keys in code or public repos. Use environment variables to store keys. Limit access and consider separate keys per app or environment. Rotate keys regularly via the API dashboard.
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GitHub - dan1471/FREE-openai-api-keys: collection for free openai keys to use in your projects
Here you can find a collection of free OpenAI API keys for your projects. Feel free to use them and share with others.
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How to use OpenAI API and API Key? New Guide (2025) | Adeppto
October 21, 2025 - Once you’ve created your OpenAI account or logged into an existing one, you’ll see your name’s initials and profile icon at the top-right corner of the OpenAI dashboard. To generate an OpenAI API key, tap on your name to view the dropdown menu.
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How to Create and Use an OpenAI ChatGPT API Key | Codecademy
Understanding the API Key: An API ... ChatGPT model hosted on OpenAI’s servers. It’s a specialized bridge that enables interaction between your application and ChatGPT....
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How to Find your OpenAI API key for ChatGPT - Social Intents Knowledge Base
September 28, 2025 - First sign in or sign up for your OpenAI account. You can find sign up and login link here: https://platform.openai.com/ Once logged in, click on your profile name or Icon to open the menu. Then select the 'View API Keys' option as highlighted in the screenshot below.
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Developer quickstart | OpenAI API
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 package main import ( "context" "fmt" "github.com/openai/openai-go/v3" "github.com/openai/openai-go/v3/option" "github.com/openai/openai-go/v3/responses" ) func main() { client := openai.NewClient( option.WithAPIKey("My API Key"), // or set OPENAI_API_KEY in your env ) resp, err := client.Responses.New(context.TODO(), openai.ResponseNewParams{ Model: "gpt-5.2", Input: responses.ResponseNewParamsInputUnion{OfString: openai.String("Say this is a test")}, }) if err != nil { panic(err.Error()) } fmt.Println(resp.OutputText()) }
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OpenAI API Key: The Essential Guide | Nightfall AI Security 101
An OpenAI API key is a unique identifier that allows developers to access OpenAI's models through the API. The API key is used to authenticate requests to the API and to track usage. OpenAI offers several models through the API, including GPT-3, DALL-E, and Codex.
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Free, Unlimited OpenAI API
3 days ago - That's it! You now have a free alternative to the OpenAI API using Puter.js. This allows you to access GPT-5.2, GPT-5.1, GPT-5, GPT-4o, o4, o3-mini, o1-mini, and DALL-E capabilities without needing an API key or a backend.
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Best Practices for API Key Safety | OpenAI Help Center
An API key is a unique code that identifies your requests to the API. Your API key is intended to be used by you. The sharing of API keys is against the Terms of Use. As you begin experimenting, you may want to expand API access to your team.
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How To Get Your Own OpenAI API Key | Medium
September 6, 2024 - Go to the API Keys page and click on the button Create new secret key.
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A practical guide to OpenAI API Keys for support teams - eesel AI
October 23, 2025 - Unlock the power of AI for your support team. This guide explains what OpenAI API Keys are, how to get them, and why a platform like eesel AI is a smarter alternative to DIY.
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Hello @Rao, Vinod (CTR) HHHH

Thanks for reaching out to us, you can find the key by going to your resource in the Azure portal. The Endpoint and Keys can be found in the Resource Management section. Copy your endpoint and access key as you'll need both for authenticating your API calls. You can use either KEY1 or KEY2. Always having two keys allows you to securely rotate and regenerate keys without causing a service disruption.

Then you need to create and assign persistent environment variables for your key and endpoint before you run the line - openai.api_key = os.getenv("OPENAI_API_KEY") You need to save it to your Environment variables, please open your command line and run below, replace with your key value -

setx OPENAI_API_KEY "REPLACE_WITH_YOUR_KEY_VALUE_HERE" 

You can also use PowerShell as below -

[System.Environment]::SetEnvironmentVariable('OPENAI_API_KEY', 'REPLACE_WITH_YOUR_KEY_VALUE_HERE', 'User')

Please let me know if you need more help, we are happy to help you further.

Regards,

Yutong

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Hello!

Please check out the Python quickstart for details on retrieving and using your API keys for Azure OpenAI.

In short, once you've onboarded with Azure OpenAI and created an Azure OpenAI resource, you can copy one of the two keys from the "Keys and Endpoint" pane for the resource in Azure Portal and use that as the value for the environment variable.

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Adding your OpenAI API Key - FeedHive Docs
Go to OpenAI Integration - Look for the "OpenAI Integration" section in your settings. Paste your API Key - Enter the API key you copied from OpenAI into the "OpenAI API Key" field.