# Configure API Key

## Introduction

The SDK needs your Convai API key to authenticate requests and enable character conversations.

## Prerequisites

* A Convai account
* API key from your [Convai dashboard](https://convai.com/). [(Where to find your API key)](https://docs.convai.com/api-docs/convai-playground/get-started/dashboard-overview#profile-and-settings)

## Step-by-step

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### Open the Convai Account window in Unity

In the Unity top menu, go to **Convai → Account**.

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### Copy your API Key from Convai

* Open Convai in your browser and sign in.
* Locate your **API Key** in the dashboard/profile settings.
* Copy the API key.

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### Paste and update the key in Unity

* Paste the key into the **API Key** field.
* Click **Update API Key**.
* **Expected result:** Account details and usage information refresh successfully.

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## Troubleshooting

* **Account info doesn’t update**
  * Confirm the API key is correct (no extra spaces).
  * Check internet connection and retry.
* **You can’t find your API key**
  * Use the linked dashboard/profile documentation section.

## Conclusion

Your project is now authenticated with Convai. Next, validate the integration using **Sample Scenes** or continue with **Custom Scene Setup**.

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**Need help?** For questions, please visit the [**Convai Developer Forum**](https://forum.convai.com/).
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