In this guide, you’ll learn how to:
  • Connect your Anthropic account to Rocket.
  • Add your API key securely.
  • Start using Claude in your app.
Your API key stays safe with Rocket.
It’s encrypted at rest and never exposed - so you can connect with confidence.

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Before you begin

You’ll need:
  • A Rocket account - rocket.new.
  • An Anthropic account.

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Connect Anthropic to Rocket

Use Claude to build safe, conversational AI features into your Rocket app.
1

Start integration from chat or project settings

You can connect Anthropic in two ways:Method 1: Use Rocket Chat (fastest)
  • Open the chat panel in your project and type:
    Connect Anthropic AI to:
    • Create an in-app Claude chatbot.
    • Summarize content on long pages.
    • Generate human-aligned answers from structured data.
  • A popup will appear asking for your API key.
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    Anthropic integration popup in chat

You’ll see a confirmation in chat once your key is saved successfully.
Method 2: Use the Project Settings panel.
  • Go to My Projects and open your project.
  • Click the Project Settings on the top navbar.
  • Navigate to the Integrations tab.
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    Access Integrations tab from project settings

  • Scroll to Anthropic and click it.
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    Anthropic integration card in Rocket

2

Get your Anthropic API key

Visit your Anthropic dashboard to create or copy your API key.
You’ll find it under “Settings → API Keys.”
3

Paste and save your API key in Rocket

  • Paste your Anthropic API key into the integration input field.
  • Click Save to complete setup.
Success check: You’ll see a green dot next to Anthropic in your integrations list.
Important Security Notice:
Never paste your API key directly into Rocket chat.
Use the secure integration screen to connect your account safely.
4

Update or remove your API key

  • Return to the Anthropic integration in Project Settings.
  • You can update your API key or click Remove to disconnect.
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    Remove Anthropic integration

You're all set!

Anthropic is now connected to your Rocket project. You can now build safe, Claude-powered experiences into your product.
Once connected, Rocket will scaffold the backend requests and wire everything to your UI automatically.
Need help? We’re here for you.
Email us at support@rocket.new or join our Discord community to get help, share ideas, and connect with other creators.