If you’re looking to integrate OpenAI’s AI capabilities with Make.com, you’ll need an OpenAI API key. This guide will walk you through the simple process of creating an OpenAI account and generating an API key that you can use with Make.com.
Creating an OpenAI Account
Before you can get an API key, you’ll need to create an OpenAI account:
- Visit the OpenAI website: Go to OpenAI’s website and click on the “Log In” or “Sign Up” button in the top right corner. The button/link may also be on the left side or the screen or in the website footer.
- Create your account: You can sign up using your email address, Google account, or Microsoft account.
- Verify your email: If you signed up with an email address, check your inbox for a verification email from OpenAI and click the verification link.
- Complete your profile: Fill in any required information to complete your account setup. This may include your Billing Information.
Generating Your OpenAI API Key
Once your account is created and verified, follow these steps to generate an API key:
- Log in to your OpenAI account: Go to OpenAI’s website and sign in.
- Access API settings: Click on your profile icon in the top-right corner of the page.
- Click “API keys” on the left.
- Create a new API key: Click the “Create new secret key” button.
- Name your key (optional): You can give your API key a name that helps you remember what it’s used for, such as “Make.com Integration.”
- Copy your API key: After creating the key, OpenAI will display it only once. Make sure to copy it immediately and store it in a secure location.
- ⚠️ Important: OpenAI will only show your API key once. If you lose it, you’ll need to create a new one.
These instructions can change faster than we can keep this article updated. So when in doubt, go here to see the latest instructions from OpenAI: https://platform.openai.com/docs/quickstart
Using Your API Key with Make.com
Now that you have your OpenAI API key, you can use it to connect OpenAI services with Make.com:
- In Make.com: When setting up an OpenAI module in your scenario, you’ll be prompted to enter your API key.
- Enter your API key: Paste the API key you copied from OpenAI into the appropriate field in Make.com.
- Test the connection: Use Make.com’s testing feature to ensure the connection works properly.
Here are the latest instructions from Make.com: https://www.make.com/en/help/ai-in-make/openai–dall-e—chatgpt-
!! Security Best Practices !!
To keep your API key secure:
- Never share your API key publicly or include it in client-side code
- Store your API key securely (password manager, encrypted file, etc.)
- Consider setting usage limits in your OpenAI account to prevent unexpected charges
- Regenerate (make a new key) your API key if you suspect it has been compromised
Troubleshooting
If you have issues with your API key:
- Make sure you have copied the entire key correctly
- Check that your OpenAI account has billing information set up
- Verify that you haven’t exceeded your usage limits or rate limits
By following these steps, you’ll have a working OpenAI API key that you can use with Make.com to create automated workflows leveraging OpenAI’s capabilities.
