What is OpenRouter –
and why should you use it?
No tech degree needed. In just a few minutes you'll have everything you need to get your own API Key.
Jump to step-by-step guide →One remote for all AI models.
There are many AI providers out there – OpenAI (ChatGPT), Anthropic (Claude), Google (Gemini), Meta (Llama) and many more. Each with its own API, pricing, and rules.
OpenRouter brings all these models under one roof. One account, one top-up – access to over 400 AI models. No multiple subscriptions.
Pay only for what you use
No subscription. Add credits, pay per use. Start with just €5.
Full control
You decide which model to use – cheap for everyday tasks, powerful for complex ones.
Your data, your key
Your API Key is yours. Aura stores it encrypted – change or delete it anytime.
How to get your API Key.
Ready in under 5 minutes – we promise.
Create an account
Go to openrouter.ai → click "Sign Up". Google login works great.
Add credits
Click "Credits" and top up – e.g. €5. That covers hundreds of messages.
Create an API Key
Go to openrouter.ai/settings/keys → "Create Key" → give it a name → confirm.
Copy & paste
Copy the key immediately – shown only once. Paste it in Aura under Settings → API Key. Done! 🎉
A few more things to know.
No. If you can install an app, you can do this.
Cheap models often cost less than €0.01. €5 goes a long way.
Yes, stored encrypted. Never share your key publicly.
Absolutely – it's a standalone platform, no strings attached.
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