# OpenAI API Key Creation (on-premise)

To generate an OpenAI API key, follow these steps:

1. **Sign Up or Log In**: Visit the [OpenAI Platform](https://platform.openai.com/) and either create a new account or log in to your existing one.
2. **Access API Keys**: Once logged in, navigate to the [API Keys](https://platform.openai.com/account/api-keys) section in your account settings.
3. **Create a New Key**: Click on the "Create new secret key" button. A new API key will be generated and displayed.

For more detailed information and guidance, refer to the [OpenAI API Quickstart Guide](https://platform.openai.com/docs/quickstart).


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