> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.middle.app/middle-docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.middle.app/middle-docs/guides/app-reference/openai.md).

# OpenAI

Get credentials to use Middle's OpenAI integration

To let ChatGPT investigate your Middle data, see [Connect ChatGPT](/middle-docs/ai/connect-chatgpt.md).

Middle's OpenAI app uses an API key to authenticate its calls. You will need to obtain this API key from your OpenAI account and then enter it in the API keys section of your Middle organization's OpenAI app.

1. Log into [OpenAI Platform](https://platform.openai.com/).
2. Open the [API keys page](https://platform.openai.com/api-keys).
3. Create an API key and copy it.
4. Go to the API key section of your OpenAI app and create a new key
5. Enter your OpenAI API key in the **Payload**, resembling the following JSON:

```json
{"api_key": "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"}
```

The API key will be available when you create an OpenAI connection.


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