> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://help.emergent.sh/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Universal Key

> Access GPT, Claude, Gemini, and more through a single Universal Key - one credential, unified billing, and seamless AI integration within Emergent.

**Universal Key** simplifies LLM integration for Emergent users by providing a **single unified API credential** that works across multiple AI platforms - GPT, Claude, Gemini, and more - all managed directly within your Emergent account.

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/emergent/mzz1u1VuyeYH6O9w/images/UniversalKeyDocs.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=mzz1u1VuyeYH6O9w&q=85&s=53ad4e18b2844da675a76d47ec20436b" alt="Universal Key Docs Pn" width="2032" height="1120" data-path="images/UniversalKeyDocs.png" />

***

## The Problem It Solves

Previously, users building AI-integrated apps with Emergent had to:

* Create separate accounts on **OpenAI**, **Anthropic**, and **Google**
* Manage multiple API keys for **GPT**, **Claude**, and **Gemini**
* Track different usage limits and billing systems
* Regenerate or replace credentials across apps

<Info>
  Universal Key eliminates all of this.\
  Use one secure key managed by Emergent to access every supported model.
</Info>

***

## Key Benefits

| Benefit               | Description                                                                       |
| --------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Simplified Setup**  | Connect in minutes - no external API setup required.                              |
| **Unified Billing**   | All usage is deducted from your Emergent credits. One transparent billing system. |
| **Model Flexibility** | Switch between GPT, Claude, and Gemini instantly without reconfiguration.         |
| **Ease of Use**       | Perfect for non-technical users who want to focus on building, not setup.         |

<Tip>
  You can use any supported LLM in your project — all through a single configuration handled by Emergent.
</Tip>

***

## Technical Capabilities

| Capability                  | Details                                                                |
| --------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Text Generation Models**  | GPT (OpenAI), Claude (Anthropic), Gemini (Google)                      |
| **Image Generation Models** | Nano Banana, OpenAI GPT-Image-1                                        |
| **Vision Support**          | Full visual input support - upload images and have models analyze them |
| **Unified Access**          | All accessible via one Universal Key credential                        |

<Info>
  Universal Key supports both text and multimodal (image + vision) workflows — no additional credentials or configuration required.
</Info>

***

## What You Can Build

Using the Universal Key, you can build:

* Chatbots and assistants with **vision capabilities**
* **Document summarization** or content analysis tools
* **Image generation** workflows for creative assets
* **Sentiment analysis** or classification pipelines
* **Search and Q\&A** tools for internal knowledge bases
* **Automated agentic workflows** powered by Emergent’s multi-agent architecture

<Check>
  All powered by a single API credential and unified billing inside Emergent.
</Check>

***

## How to Access and Use the Universal Key

You can access and manage your Universal Key in two ways:

<Steps>
  <Step title="Method 1: Use the Agent (Recommended)">
    The easiest way to use Universal Key is to simply **ask your Emergent agent**.\
    Example prompt:

    > “Use my Universal API Key for this project.”\
    > The agent automatically integrates and configures everything for you.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Method 2: Manual Access">
    If you prefer to manage it manually:

    1. Click your **account icon** in Emergent
    2. Go to **Account Settings**
    3. Select **Universal Key** in the sidebar
    4. View, disable, or regenerate credentials
    5. Open **LLM Providers** to toggle which models (GPT, Claude, Gemini) are active

    <iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/K4fOfK00RHE" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" className="w-full aspect-video rounded-xl" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen />
  </Step>
</Steps>

***

## Credit Management and Billing

All usage through the Universal Key draws from your **Emergent Credits** balance.

* **Top-Up Anytime**: Add more credits via your account dashboard
* **Auto-Recharge**: Set automatic reload thresholds (e.g., recharge 500 credits when balance hits 0)
* **Unified Tracking**: View and manage model usage across GPT, Claude, and Gemini in one place

<Tip>
  No separate invoices or billing from OpenAI, Anthropic, or Google — everything is handled inside Emergent.
</Tip>

***

## Example Use Case

**Goal:** Build a chatbot that can see, talk, and create.

* Use **Claude** for advanced reasoning and responses
* Use **GPT-Image-1** for generating visuals
* Use **Gemini** for analyzing uploaded images

All three run under a single Universal Key configuration - no extra setup or API juggling required.

<Check>
  One credential. Multiple models. Fully managed by Emergent.
</Check>

***

## Summary

Universal Key lets you access multiple AI models - GPT, Claude, Gemini, and others - using a single, secure credential.\
It simplifies setup, unifies billing, and removes the complexity of managing multiple APIs or keys.

<Info>
  Build faster with one key that powers every model on Emergent.
</Info>