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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).

![Anthropic Homepage](https://opensource.weam.ai/app/uploads/2025/07/Anthropic-07-23-2025_03_40_PM.png)

### 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)

![API Console Navigation](https://opensource.weam.ai/app/uploads/2025/07/Screenshot-2025-07-23-162039.png)

### 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

![Anthropic Console Dashboard](https://opensource.weam.ai/app/uploads/2025/07/Anthropic-Console-07-23-2025_04_21_PM.png)

### 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`

![Name Your API Key](https://opensource.weam.ai/app/uploads/2025/07/Screenshot-2025-07-23-162302.png)

### 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

![Copy and Secure API Key](https://opensource.weam.ai/app/uploads/2025/07/Screenshot-2025-07-23-162526.jpg)

### 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.

![API Management Dashboard](https://weam.ai/app/uploads/2025/07/Anthropic-Console-07-23-2025_04_33_PM.png)

### 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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