OpenRouter API Key Tester

Test any AI or API key in your browser — instantly see if it's valid, and why it isn't. Nothing is stored.

Test your OpenRouter API key with the key info endpoint

Data verified 2026-07-13

Key format & how to get one

Prefix: sk-or-v1- Example: sk-or-v1-abc123... OpenRouter keys start with sk-or-v1-. 1. Sign in at https://openrouter.ai 2. Open Keys (https://openrouter.ai/keys) 3. Click 'Create Key' and copy it 4. Keys start with sk-or-v1-

How to test

  1. Copy your key from openrouter.ai/keys.
  2. Paste it into the tester above and click Test Key.
  3. Green means valid; red shows the exact error and fix.

Common errors

CauseFix
Invalid, revoked, or mistyped key.Create a new key at openrouter.ai/keys and paste it here.
Insufficient credits on the OpenRouter account.Add credits at openrouter.ai/credits, then retry.
Rate limit exceeded.Wait a few seconds and test again.

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