Bring Your Own Key (BYOK)
Maximum transparency, full cost control, and enterprise-grade security. Use your own AI credentials to power your chatbot.
What is "Bring Your Own Key"?
Unlike other chatbot platforms that bundle AI costs into expensive monthly subscriptions with hidden markups, OwnKeyBot operates on a Bring Your Own Key (BYOK) model. This means you connect your own API key from leading AI providers directly to our platform.
You pay OwnKeyBot for the software and features, and you pay the AI provider directly for the tokens you actually consume. This ensures you never overpay for unused limits.
Why BYOK is the Smart Choice
1. Full Cost Control
Pay only for what you use. There are no surcharges on AI tokens. For example, with typical usage (approx. 10 requests per day), API costs can be as low as $0.20 per month. You receive invoices directly from the AI provider, ensuring complete transparency.
2. Freedom of Choice
Choose the best AI model for your needs and switch anytime:
- OpenAI (GPT-4o / GPT-5): Premium quality from the US, ideal for complex reasoning.
- Mistral AI: The powerful European alternative. Cost-effective and GDPR-friendly.
3. Data Privacy & Security
Your data, your key. We prioritize your security:
- AES-256 Encryption: Your API keys are encrypted at rest on our servers.
- Proxy Architecture: Your key is never exposed in the browser or website code. All requests go through our secure backend.
- Domain Whitelisting: Restrict your chatbot to specific domains to prevent unauthorized usage of your key.
How to Get Started
Setting up your key is simple and takes less than 5 minutes.
- Create an Account: Sign up with OpenAI or Mistral AI.
- Generate an API Key: Navigate to the API keys section in your provider's dashboard and create a new secret key.
- Connect to OwnKeyBot: Copy the key and paste it securely into your OwnKeyBot dashboard under "Settings".
- Add Credits: Ensure you have added a payment method or credits (min. $5) to your AI provider account to activate the service.
Common Questions
Does OwnKeyBot charge a commission on AI usage?
No. We strictly separate platform fees from AI usage fees. You pay the AI provider directly at their standard market rates.
Is my API key safe?
Yes. Your key is stored using strong AES-256 encryption and is never visible to website visitors. We act as a secure bridge between your users and the AI service.
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