# Create Perplexity API Key

If you don't have an account, create a new one at [https://www.perplexity.ai](https://www.perplexity.ai/).

### Step 1: Add billing information

Go to <https://www.perplexity.ai/settings/api>

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### Step 2: Buy credits

In the section **Available Credits**, click **Buy Credits** and enter the amount.

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### Step 3: Generate API Key

In the **API Keys** sections, click **Generate**

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### Step 4: Copy the API key. Keep it secret.

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Now go to [Add API key](/how-to.../add-api-key.md) and use copied API key to create new endpoint.


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