Key Vault

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Introducing Vault

Vault is designed to securely store provider API keys (from OpenAI and future providers) and offers a seamless integration with Helicone proxy keys for enhanced management.

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How does Vault work?

1. Add a Provider Key: Start by adding your provider API key. For instance, if you’re using OpenAI, you’d add your OpenAI key. Assign a unique name to this provider key for easy identification.
2. Generate a Proxy Key: Create a proxy key and give it a name. Helicone will then generate a unique proxy key for you. This proxy key acts as an authorization Bearer token when making requests.

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Benefits of Using Vault

• Simplified Key Management: Send just one key to Helicone, eliminating the need to manage both a Helicone auth and an OpenAI key.
• Enhanced Security: Distribute Helicone keys, ensuring users interact through our Helicone proxy.
• Prevent Bypass: No need to distribute OpenAI keys directly, which could let users bypass our valuable logging and monitoring.

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Important Notes

• Multiple Proxy Keys: It’s possible to have several proxy keys mapped to one provider key. This flexibility can be especially useful for large teams or segmented projects.
• Safekeeping: Ensure you copy and safely store the generated proxy key right away. It uses one-way hashing, meaning if you lose it, you’ll need to generate a new one.
• Performance: There’s a minor increase in latency on requests since Helicone validates the proxy key auth before retrieving the actual provider key. This step ensures enhanced security and proper routing.

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Watch the Demo!

For a visual guide on how Vault works, check out our video demo.