OpenAI

Jan supports OpenAI (opens in a new tab) and OpenAI-compatible APIs, allowing you to use all models from OpenAI (GPT-4, GPT o1 and more) through Jan's interface.

Integrate OpenAI API with Jan

Step 1: Get Your API Key

Visit OpenAI Platform (opens in a new tab) and sign in
Create & copy a new API key or copy your existing one

Ensure your API key has sufficient credits

Step 2: Configure Jan

There are two ways to add your OpenAI API keys in Jan:

Through Threads:

In Threads, click Model tab in the right sidebar or model selector in input field
Once the selector is poped up, choose the Cloud tab
Click Add () icon next to OpenAI
Once you are directed to OpenAI settings, insert your API Key

Through Settings:

Navigate to Settings ()
Under Remote Engines, select OpenAI
Insert your API Key

OpenAI

Step 3: Start Using OpenAI's Models

In any existing Threads or create a new one Select an OpenAI model from model selector Start chatting

Available OpenAI Models

Jan automatically includes popular OpenAI models. In case you want to use a specific OpenAI model that you cannot find in Jan, follow instructions in Manual Setup to add custom models:

See list of available models in OpenAI Platform (opens in a new tab).
The id property must match the model name in the list. For example, if you want to use the GPT-4 Turbo (opens in a new tab), you must set the id property to gpt-4-1106-preview.

Troubleshooting

Common issues and solutions:

API Key Issues

Verify your API key is correct and not expired
Check if you have billing set up on your OpenAI account
Ensure you have access to the model you're trying to use

Connection Problems

Check your internet connection
Verify OpenAI's system status (opens in a new tab)
Look for error messages in Jan's logs

Model Unavailable

Confirm your API key has access to the model
Check if you're using the correct model ID
Verify your OpenAI account has the necessary permissions

Need more help? Join our Discord community (opens in a new tab) or check the OpenAI documentation (opens in a new tab).

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