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 or directly to the Console.

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

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

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

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

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.

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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