# Open an account with OpenAI and generate an API key

* Sign in to your OpenAI account or create a new account at: <https://platform.openai.com/login?launch>.&#x20;
* Choose 'API' to generate the required API key in the next step.

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* Add your payment method in the settings ('Settings' -> 'Billing' -> 'Add payment details').

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* Generate a new API key by selecting "API Keys" and following the instructions.

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* Once all settings are configured, generate a new API key by clicking the "Create new secret key" button.&#x20;
* Copy the API key and send it to the SEOKI team.