Configuring AI Providers
Blindfold AI features a powerful hybrid architecture. You can instantly start using our Built-In AI with zero setup required, or use the Bring-Your-Own-Key (BYOK) approach to connect your own API keys for ultimate control and absolute privacy.
Built-In AI vs BYOK
The Built-In AI runs flawlessly out of the box and is included with Pro tier subscriptions. If you are on the "No AI" tier or simply prefer to use your own secure endpoints to guarantee your screen context never touches our routing servers, you can add your own keys below.
Adding Your Keys
- Open the Blindfold AI app.
- Click on the AI Providers menu from the main navigation to open the provider list.
- Select your preferred AI Provider from the list (e.g., OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini) or choose Custom Provider to configure your own endpoint.
- Paste your API key into the input field and click Save.
- Click the Test button on the provider card to verify that the API key is working and the provider is reachable.
Note: Your API keys are encrypted and stored locally on your machine. We never have access to them.
OpenAI
Recommended for general behavioral and technical questions.
- 1. Go to platform.openai.com
- 2. Click "Create new secret key"
- 3. Copy the key (starts with
sk-)
Anthropic
Recommended for advanced coding challenges and logic puzzles.
- 1. Go to console.anthropic.com
- 2. Click "Create Key"
- 3. Copy the key (starts with
sk-ant-)
Excellent context window and fast multimodal reasoning.
- 1. Go to Google AI Studio
- 2. Click "Create API Key"
- 3. Copy the generated key
Custom Providers (Local Models)
If you prefer running a local model (like LM Studio or Ollama) for ultimate privacy and zero cost, Blindfold AI supports custom endpoints, provided they are compatible with the standard OpenAI API format.
- Select Custom Provider from the provider list.
- Enter your custom Models URL (e.g.,
http://127.0.0.1:1234/v1/models). - Enter your custom Chat URL (e.g.,
http://127.0.0.1:1234/v1/chat/completions). - If your local server requires specific authorization, provide it in the API Key field and select the appropriate Auth Type (e.g., Bearer).
- Click Test to ensure Blindfold AI can successfully communicate with your local model.
Next Step
Proceed to the "Using the App Cleanly" section to master secure interview setups.
Learn Clean Usage →