The Easiest Way to Get OpenAI Keys for Free

Majd-sufyan - Aug 30 - - Dev Community

Ever wondered how some people get their hands on OpenAI API keys without breaking a sweat? Well, a quick look at GitHub might give you the answer! šŸ˜…

Check out this imageā€”someone accidentally pushed their OpenAI API key right into their GitHub repo. Itā€™s a common mistake, but it means anyone who finds it can grab that key and use it for free. Yep, just like that.

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But seriously, donā€™t do this! To avoid leaking your own keys:

  • Use environment variables instead of hardcoding them.
  • Add .env files to your .gitignore so they donā€™t get uploaded.
  • Scan your repos for secrets with automated tools.
  • Rotate your keys if they ever get exposed.

Stay safe out there, and keep those keys hidden! šŸ”’

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