API Key Management

Version: v1.0.0+ Updated: 2024-02-13

Overview

LinJun can generate API keys for the local proxy, making it easy for third-party tools to connect.

Generate Key

1. Go to Settings or API Key page
2. Click Generate New Key button
3. Enter a key name (for identification)
4. Click confirm to generate

Generated key format: lj-xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Using Keys

Configure in third-party tools:

# API Address
http://localhost:8310/v1

# API Key
lj-xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Environment Variables

export OPENAI_API_BASE=http://localhost:8310/v1
export OPENAI_API_KEY=lj-xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Configuration File Example

{
  "api_base": "http://localhost:8310/v1",
  "api_key": "lj-xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx"
}

Managing Keys

View Keys

• Key list shows name, creation time, last used time
• Click a key to copy to clipboard

Delete Key

• Click the delete button next to a key
• Deleted keys are immediately invalidated
• Tools using that key will need a new key

Security Recommendations

• Don't share keys publicly
• Rotate keys periodically
• Generate separate keys for different tools for easier management

Next Steps

• Basic Settings
• Update Management