Restricting OpenAI Models in Clay to Control API Costs

Malachy B. · 2025-04-03 15:27:47.109111+00

Hey all, is there a way to restrict which OpenAI models my team can use within Clay? For example, only allowing us to use 4o mini as opposed to 4o. Alternatively, can I set 4o mini as the default model? The problem I am trying to solve is over-spending on our OpenAI API key. Thanks in advance!

Currently, we don't have a feature to restrict specific OpenAI models or set defaults for your team. However, you have some options to manage AI usage and costs: 1. Use the Clay-managed account: This is the default option and involves credit charges from 0.5 to 6 credits per use. 2. Use your own API key: If you're on a paid plan, you can add your own OpenAI API key. This gives you more control over usage and costs. 3. Set credit budgets: You can set spending limits per row for AI columns, which helps control costs. To manage AI usage, educate your team on cost-effective model choices and monitor usage. If you need more specific controls, please request human assistance for further guidance.

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