# Model API Keys

To use Krutrim's model APIs or fine-tuning features, you must create a secure API key via the **Key Management System (KMS)**. Follow the steps below to generate and manage your API keys safely.

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### Steps to Create an API Key

1. **Navigate to KMS:**
   * Log in to the Krutrim Console.
   * In the left-hand sidebar, click on **KMS** (Key Management System).
2. **Go to the Model Section:**
   * Within the KMS dashboard, click on the **Model** tab.
   * This section allows you to create and manage API keys specifically for model access.
3. **Click on "Create API Key":**
   * You will see a button labeled **Create API Key**.
   * Click this to open the API Key creation form.
4. **Enter a Secret Name:**
   * Provide a meaningful name for the API key.\
     For example: `production-key`, `test-env`, or `fine-tune-llama3`.
5. **Generate and Copy the API Key:**
   * Once the key is generated, **copy it immediately** and store it securely.
   * You will not be able to view the key again after closing the dialog.

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###  Important Notes

* **Security Best Practice:** Store your API keys in environment variables or secret managers. Avoid hard-coding them into your source code.
* **Scope Limitation:** Each API key is scoped to a specific model group. Use separate keys for production and testing environments when possible.
* **Key Rotation:** Periodically delete and regenerate your API keys to maintain security.

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###  Example Usage (with cURL)

```bash
curl https://cloud.olakrutrim.com/v1/chat/completions \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer <your secret key here>" \
  -d '{
    "model": "Meta-Llama-3-8B-Instruct",
    "messages": [{"role": "user", "content": "Hello!"}]
  }'
```

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### Revoking or Managing Keys

To revoke or rotate an API key:

1. **Go back to the KMS > Model tab.**
2. **Find the API key** you want to manage from the list of existing keys.
3. Click on **Delete** icon to revoke the key.

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By following this process, you can securely generate and manage API keys for all your **model** workflows on the Krutrim platform.


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