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In this guide, you’ll learn how to:
  • Get your API key from OpenAI.
  • Connect it to Rocket using chat or project settings.
  • Start building GPT-powered features in your app.
What is OpenAI?
OpenAI provides powerful AI models like GPT-4 for natural language understanding and generation.
Use it for chatbots, content creation, summarization, and intelligent automation.
Your API key stays safe with Rocket.
It is 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 OpenAI account.

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Connect OpenAI to Rocket

1

Get your API key

Visit the OpenAI dashboard to create or copy your API key.
You’ll find it under Account → API Keys.
Your API key gives you access to OpenAI’s GPT models.
Keep it private and rotate it if you believe it has been exposed.
2

Connect to Rocket

You can connect OpenAI in two ways:Method 1: Use Rocket Chat (fastest)
  • In any project, open the chat panel and type something like:
    Connect OpenAI to:
    • Add a GPT-powered chat assistant to my app.
    • Generate summaries of user-uploaded documents.
    • Rewrite user input with tone and clarity options.
  • A popup will appear where you can paste and save your API key instantly.
    OpenAI integration popup in chatOpenAI integration popup in chat

    OpenAI integration popup in chat

Perfect if you’re already chatting with Rocket while building. No extra clicks needed.
Method 2: From your project settings
  • Open any project and go to Integrations.
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    Integrations tab

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

  • Paste your API key and click Save.
When connecting from project settings, Rocket won’t automatically create GPT features.
After saving your key, describe what you want in chat and Rocket will build it for you.
3

Verify connection

Success check: You’ll see a green dot next to OpenAI in your integrations list.
Important Security Notice
Never paste your API key directly into Rocket chat.
Always use the secure integration flow or the API key input provided in settings to connect your account safely.
4

Manage your connection

  • Go back to the OpenAI integration in project settings.
  • Update your API key anytime or click Remove to disconnect.
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    Remove OpenAI integration

You did it!

OpenAI is now connected to your Rocket project. You can now generate content, assist users, and build conversational flows with GPT.
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