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1

Open API Keys

In your Edgee Console, navigate to API Keys.
2

Create a new key

Click Create API Key, give it a name (e.g., “Development”), and click Create.
3

Copy your key

Copy the key immediately; it will not be shown again.
Store your API key securely. Never commit it to version control or expose it in client-side code.

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Set Your Environment Variable

Add your key to your environment: 
export EDGEE_API_KEY="ek_live_..."
Or in your .env file: 
EDGEE_API_KEY=ek_live_...

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Test Your Key

Verify your key works with a simple curl request: 
curl https://api.edgee.ai/v1/chat/completions \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer $EDGEE_API_KEY" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{
    "model": "gpt-4o-mini",
    "messages": [{"role": "user", "content": "Hello!"}]
  }'

Next: Choose Your SDK

Install the SDK for your language and start building.