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# Anthropic API Key (Claude)

### Step 1: Create an Anthropic Account

1. Visit the [Anthropic Console](https://console.anthropic.com/)
2. Click on "Sign Up" to create a new account
3. Provide the required information (email, password, etc.)
4. Verify your email address through the verification link sent to your inbox

### Step 2: Generate an API Key

1. Log in to your Anthropic account at [console.anthropic.com](https://console.anthropic.com/)
2. Navigate to [Account Settings > API Keys](https://console.anthropic.com/account/keys)
3. Click "Create Key"
4. Enter a descriptive name for your API key
5. Click "Create Key" to generate your API key
6. **IMPORTANT**: Copy your API key immediately and store it securely as it will only be shown once

### Step 3: Paste API Key in Stammer.ai Vault

1. Log in to your Stammer.ai dashboard.
2. Go to **Agency → Vault → OpenAI API Key**.
3. Paste your Anthropic API key.
4. Click **Verify & Save**.

Run a quick test chat. If the reply comes back, you are set.