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# Generating an Anthropic API Key

Access Anthropic's powerful Claude AI models for text generation, analysis, and conversation by generating your API key.

## Step-by-Step Guide

### Step 1: Navigate to Anthropic Console

Go to [**anthropic.com**](https://www.anthropic.com) or directly to the [Console](https://console.anthropic.com).

<img src="https://opensource.weam.ai/app/uploads/2025/07/Anthropic-07-23-2025_03_40_PM.png" alt="Anthropic Homepage" style={{ border: '1px solid #ccc', borderRadius: '8px', marginTop: '16px' }} />

### Step 2: Access the API Console

**From Homepage:**

* Hover over **"API"** in the top navigation
* Click **"Console"** from the dropdown menu

**Direct Access:**

* Go straight to [console.anthropic.com](https://console.anthropic.com)

<img src="https://opensource.weam.ai/app/uploads/2025/07/Screenshot-2025-07-23-162039.png" alt="API Console Navigation" style={{ border: '1px solid #ccc', borderRadius: '8px', marginTop: '16px' }} />

### Step 3: Sign In or Create Account

**New User:**

* Click **"Sign up"** to create an Anthropic account
* Use email registration or **"Continue with Google"** for quick setup
* Complete email verification if required

**Existing User:**

* Sign in with your existing credentials
* Use saved login or Google authentication

### Step 4: Console Dashboard Overview

After logging in, you'll see the main console with three options:

* **Create Prompt** – Build and test prompts for AI interactions
* **Generate a Prompt** – Use AI assistance to craft effective prompts
* **Get API Key** – Generate API keys for application integration

<img src="https://opensource.weam.ai/app/uploads/2025/07/Anthropic-Console-07-23-2025_04_21_PM.png" alt="Anthropic Console Dashboard" style={{ border: '1px solid #ccc', borderRadius: '8px', marginTop: '16px' }} />

### Step 5: Generate Your API Key

Click **"Get API Key"** to access the key management interface.

### Step 6: Create New Key

Click the **orange "Create Key"** button to start the key generation process.

### Step 7: Name Your API Key

Provide a descriptive name that identifies the key's purpose:

**Good Examples:**

* `Weam Integration`
* `Production Chatbot`
* `Development Testing`
* `Analytics Dashboard`
* `Mobile App Backend`

<img src="https://opensource.weam.ai/app/uploads/2025/07/Screenshot-2025-07-23-162302.png" alt="Name Your API Key" style={{ border: '1px solid #ccc', borderRadius: '8px', marginTop: '16px' }} />

### Step 8: Secure Your Key

1. Click **"Create Key"** after naming it
2. **Copy the key immediately** using the copy button
3. **Store securely** in a password manager or secure environment
4. **This is your only chance** – you won't see the full key again

<img src="https://opensource.weam.ai/app/uploads/2025/07/Screenshot-2025-07-23-162526.jpg" alt="Copy and Secure API Key" style={{ border: '1px solid #ccc', borderRadius: '8px', marginTop: '16px' }} />

### Step 9: Complete Setup

Click **"Finish"** after securely copying your key to confirm the process is complete.

### Step 10: Add to Weam

Now integrate your Anthropic API key with Weam:

1. Open Weam and go to **Settings** → **Configurations**
2. Select **Anthropic** as your provider
3. Paste your API key in the configuration field
4. Save and test the connection with a chat message

## API Management Dashboard

The comprehensive API management interface provides full control over your keys and account.

<img src="https://weam.ai/app/uploads/2025/07/Anthropic-Console-07-23-2025_04_33_PM.png" alt="API Management Dashboard" style={{ border: '1px solid #ccc', borderRadius: '8px', marginTop: '16px' }} />

### Left Navigation Panel

| Section              | Purpose                                           |
| -------------------- | ------------------------------------------------- |
| **Profile**          | Account and personal information settings         |
| **Appearance**       | Interface theme and display preferences           |
| **Organization**     | Organization-level settings and team management   |
| **Workspaces**       | Workspace management and collaboration            |
| **Billing**          | Payment methods, usage costs, billing history     |
| **Limits**           | API usage limits and rate limiting configurations |
| **API Keys**         | Manage all your API keys                          |
| **Privacy Controls** | Data handling and privacy settings                |

### API Keys Management Table

The main table displays all your API keys with:

| Column           | Information                                          |
| ---------------- | ---------------------------------------------------- |
| **KEY**          | Key name/identifier (partially hidden for security)  |
| **WORKSPACE**    | Associated workspace (Default for personal accounts) |
| **CREATED BY**   | User who generated the key                           |
| **CREATED AT**   | Key generation timestamp                             |
| **LAST USED AT** | Most recent usage date                               |
| **COST**         | Associated API usage costs                           |

### Key Management Actions

* **Create Key** – Generate additional API keys
* **Three-dot Menu** – Rename, delete, or manage individual keys
* **Workspace Filtering** – Organize keys by workspace
* **Usage Monitoring** – Track key performance and costs

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