How to Use OpenAI
with BlogStorm
Set up OpenAI (GPT-4, GPT-3.5) with BlogStorm for powerful, versatile AI content generation.
Versatile
Works excellently for all content types - short-form, long-form, technical, and creative
Fast & Reliable
GPT-3.5 Turbo offers fast generation times while GPT-4 provides premium quality
Widely Used
Industry-standard AI model with proven results for SEO and content generation
Cost-Effective
GPT-3.5 Turbo offers excellent value, while GPT-4 provides premium quality when needed
Get Your OpenAI API Key
Visit platform.openai.com and sign in to your OpenAI account. Navigate to API Keys section and click 'Create new secret key'.
You'll need an OpenAI account with API access. If you don't have one, sign up at platform.openai.com. Make sure to save your API key immediately as it won't be shown again.
Add API Key to BlogStorm
Go to BlogStorm Settings → API Keys section and paste your OpenAI API key in the 'OpenAI' field.
Your OpenAI API key typically starts with 'sk-'. Make sure to copy the entire key. Keys are stored securely and encrypted.
Verify Connection
BlogStorm will automatically test the connection when you save the API key.
A success message confirms your OpenAI API is properly configured. You can also check your OpenAI dashboard to monitor API usage.
Select OpenAI Model
When creating content, choose 'OpenAI' or a specific GPT model (GPT-4, GPT-3.5 Turbo) from the AI model dropdown.
OpenAI offers multiple models - GPT-4 for higher quality, GPT-3.5 Turbo for faster and more cost-effective generation.
Generate Your Content
OpenAI will generate your content with SEO optimization and AI citation formatting built-in.
OpenAI models are excellent for a wide range of content types, from short-form blogs to comprehensive guides.
🤖 About OpenAI Models
OpenAI's most advanced model, offering superior quality for complex content, long-form articles, and nuanced topics. Best for authority pages and comprehensive guides.
Fast and cost-effective, excellent for most content types including short-form blogs, answer pages, and standard articles. Great balance of quality and speed.
BlogStorm automatically selects the appropriate model based on your content type, or you can specify your preference in settings.
💰 Pricing & Credits
When using OpenAI with your own API key, you'll be billed directly by OpenAI according to their pricing model. GPT-3.5 Turbo is more cost-effective, while GPT-4 offers premium quality at a higher price point.
BlogStorm credits are still consumed but at a reduced rate (approximately 50% less). Check OpenAI's pricing at platform.openai.com for current rates.
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