# Setting Up a DeepSeek API Key

## What Is a DeepSeek API Key

**A DeepSeek API Key** is a unique access credential used to connect to DeepSeek AI models. Once the key is added to your CRM system, the AI assistant can securely send requests to DeepSeek and use its AI capabilities to perform tasks such as data analysis, content generation, and request processing.

### What Is an API Key Used For

An API Key enables your CRM system to communicate with DeepSeek AI models. It authenticates requests sent to the platform and allows your account to access DeepSeek's AI capabilities.

Before you create DeepSeek API Key credentials and connect DeepSeek to your CRM, it's helpful to understand how the key works and what it is used for.

Once the key is configured, the AI assistant can automatically use DeepSeek to perform a wide range of tasks within your CRM, including data analysis, customer inquiry processing, response generation, and workflow automation.
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## How the AI Assistant Uses an API Key

Understanding how to use DeepSeek API Кеу begins with connecting an API that allows your CRM to communicate with DeepSeek AI services.

The AI assistant uses an API Key to access DeepSeek AI services. Whenever a task in your CRM requires data analysis, inquiry processing, or response generation, the system sends a request to DeepSeek using the account associated with the key.

To enable access to DeepSeek, the CRM owner must create an API Key and add it to the system settings. Once connected, all AI-related requests are handled automatically, and the results are returned to the CRM for further use within workflows and business processes.

## How to Get a DeepSeek API Key

To connect DeepSeek to your CRM, you first need a valid API Key. The steps below explain how to generate DeepSeek API Key credentials in **DeepSeek Platform** and connect them to your CRM.

### Step 1

Go to the **DeepSeek Platform** website and sign in using your email address or phone number. Complete the verification process by entering the security code.
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### Step 2

Open the **API Keys** section.
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### Step 3

Click **“Create New API Key”** button.
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### Step 4

Enter a name for your key and click **“Create API Key”**.
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### Step 5

Your API Key DeepSeek has been generated. Copy the key, confirm the action by clicking **“Done”**, and paste it into the appropriate field in your CRM to activate the AI assistant.
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After creation, the key will be added to your account and will appear in the **API Keys** section.
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**Important:** For security reasons, the full API Key is displayed **only once**-during creation. Be sure to copy and store it in a secure location, as you will not be able to view it again later.

Your DeepSeek API Key is now ready to use with your CRM. Once connected, the AI assistant will be able to send requests to DeepSeek models automatically and use the generated results to support its tasks and workflows.

Before you start using the key, it's worth reviewing a few important details about how DeepSeek API Keys work and how they should be managed.

## Things to Know About DeepSeek API Key

### DeepSeek API Pricing and Usage

DeepSeek API operates on a **pay-as-you-go** pricing model, meaning charges are based on your actual usage of the service. The cost of API requests depends on the selected model and the amount of resources consumed, according to DeepSeek's current pricing plans.

All API usage charges are billed to the account where the API Key was created. The more requests sent through the key, the higher the overall cost of using the service may be.

### API Key Security

An API Key DeepSeek is a confidential credential that provides access to DeepSeek services. Any requests made using the key are executed under the account it is associated with.

To protect your account, you should never share your API Key with unauthorized users, publish it publicly, or store it in unsecured locations. If the key is exposed, anyone who has access to it may be able to send API requests using your account.

If you believe your API Key has been compromised, you should revoke it in your DeepSeek account settings and generate a new one.
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### Storing and Using an API Key DeepSeek in Your CRM

After the API Key is connected, your CRM can automatically communicate with DeepSeek models whenever AI-powered features are used. The key is stored securely within the system settings, so there is no need to enter it again during the AI assistant’s operation.

If you need to replace the key, simply update it in your CRM settings. Once the changes are saved, all future requests to DeepSeek services will be processed using the new API Key.