Configure LLM Service Providers¶
LLM service providers are configured in your Team settings under "LLM and Embedding Model Service Providers". Before configuring a provider, make sure you have an active account with the provider and its API key ready.
Prerequisites¶
API Key Required: You cannot create a provider without a valid API key. The API key lets Open Chat Studio connect securely to your account with the provider. You must:
- Have an active account with the provider (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, etc.)
- Generate an API key from your provider account
- Have access to the specific models you want to use
Adding a New Provider¶
- Go to your team settings
- Navigate to "LLM and Embedding Model Service Providers"
- Click "Add Provider"
- Select your provider from the dropdown (see supported providers for the full list)
- Enter your API key
- Save the configuration
Note
After saving, the provider page lists the LLM models it supports. Each model shows its max token limit and pricing.
Testing Your Configuration¶
After adding a provider and models, it's recommended to: 1. Create a test chatbot 2. Configure it to use your new provider/model 3. Send a test message to verify everything works correctly
Adding Custom LLM Models¶
If you need a model that isn't pre-configured in OCS, see Add a Custom LLM Model for how to add one.