A key concern when building a web or mobile application that uses OpenAI’s language models is protecting your private API key. Mistakes such as storing the API key in frontend code, using an unauthenticated proxy, or using an authenticated proxy without permissions can lead to unexpected charges, policy violations, and exposure to spam. This article highlights these common mistakes and offers solutions to ensure the security and integrity of OpenAI API integration in client-side apps. By following best practices and implementing proper security measures, developers can safeguard their projects and user data while leveraging the power of OpenAI’s language models.
