Key Vault

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Introduction

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

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Why Key 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.
• Flexible Resource Allocation:
  • For Hackathons: Easily distribute AI credits to participants and implement rate limiting.
  • For Companies: Allocate and control AI usage credits for employees or departments.

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Quick Start

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Step 1: Store your Provider Keys

1. Go to the Developer tab > Vault > Add Provider Key.
2. Enter your provider key and assign a unique name to it for easy identification.
3. Click Create Provider Key.

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Step 2: Generate Proxy Keys for Your Team

1. On the same Vault page, click on Create Proxy Key.
2. Create a name, then select your provider key from the dropdown.
3. Click Create Proxy Key.

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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Step 3: Store the Proxy Key Safely

Copy the key and store it somewhere safe. You can now share this key with another team member.

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Important Notes

• Other Keys: Currently, you can store OpenAI Provider Keys safely in Helicone. We plan to expand to include future providers.
• 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.