Agency Owners: OpenAI API Key vs. Client Account Setup Debate

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Question for agency owners. What would you chose?

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Deposit $100 to my OpenAI account and create an API key for the client's Clay account I'm managing
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Create the OpenAI platform account for the client, deposit $100 there wait 7 days for Tier 2 upgrade

dawood k.
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Petar R. From an operational standpoint, Option 1 is more efficient if time is critical and the client relationship is trusted. It allows you to bypass the 7-day Tier 2 delay and keep the workflow moving smoothly. Just ensure you set clear usage boundaries and maintain transparency with the client regarding API access and billing.
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Petar R.
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dawood k. thanks man. I was thinking to go that route for campaign test deal, then move to option 2 once success is proven and we move to retainer model. Are you an agency owner?
dawood k.
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Petar R. That sounds like a smart approach test with Option 1, then switch once the model is validated. Yes, I do run an agency and we’ve dealt with similar setups before, especially around campaign testing and retainer transitions.
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Mike R.
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Or use open router you have ability to create customer keys and put x amount of dollars on each key gives you flexibility of using other models too
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Petar R.
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Thanks Mike R.