AI & BYOK
Direct Provider Keys
Use API keys from Anthropic, OpenAI, or Google directly instead of OpenRouter.
If you prefer to use a provider's API directly rather than through OpenRouter, Ticket0 supports direct keys from:
- Anthropic — Claude models
- OpenAI — GPT and embedding models
- Google — Gemini models
When to use direct keys
| Scenario | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| You already have a negotiated rate with a provider | Direct key |
| You want access to the widest model selection | OpenRouter |
| You want a single bill for all AI usage | OpenRouter |
| You're subject to data residency requirements | Direct key (check provider region settings) |
Adding an Anthropic key
- Get a key from console.anthropic.com → API Keys
- In Ticket0, go to Settings → AI → Provider → Anthropic
- Paste your key and click Save and test
Adding an OpenAI key
- Get a key from platform.openai.com → API keys
- In Ticket0, go to Settings → AI → Provider → OpenAI
- Paste your key and click Save and test
Adding a Google key
- Get a key from aistudio.google.com → Get API key
- In Ticket0, go to Settings → AI → Provider → Google
- Paste your key and click Save and test
Mixing providers
You can use different providers for different tasks — for example, Anthropic for drafts and OpenAI for embeddings. Configure each task's provider independently in Settings → AI → Tasks.
If you set a direct provider key and an OpenRouter key, the direct key takes precedence for that provider's models.