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Bring Your Own API Keys

Use your own AI provider API keys. No markup, no surprises. Just powerful features.

🔑 Your API keys, your costs, your control
How It Works
Simple, transparent, and secure

1. Bring Your API Keys

Use your own OpenAI, Anthropic, or Google API keys. You pay providers directly at their rates.

2. Secure Processing

Your API keys are processed securely and never stored permanently on our servers.

3. Powerful Features

Access advanced features like MCP integrations and file operations based on your subscription.

Free
Perfect for getting started
$0/forever
  • Bring your own API keys
  • Basic agent features
  • Community support
  • Standard usage limits
  • Open source knowledge base
Get Started Free
Most Popular
Pro
For power users and professionals
$10/per month
  • Everything in Free
  • MCP server integrations
  • Advanced file operations
  • Beta feature access
Choose Pro
Max
For teams and heavy users
$20/per month
  • Everything in Pro
  • Custom integrations
  • Advanced analytics
  • 24/7 priority support
  • Custom usage limits
  • Enterprise security
Choose Max
Supported API Providers
Connect with your preferred AI providers using your own API keys

OpenAI

  • GPT-4.1
  • GPT-4.1 mini
  • o4-mini

Anthropic

  • Claude 4 Sonnet
  • Claude 3.7 Sonnet
  • Claude 3.7 Haiku

Google

  • Gemini 2.5 Flash
  • Gemini 2.5 Pro

API Key Security

  • • API keys are processed ephemerally and never stored permanently
  • • Secure hash verification for paid tier users
  • • All API communications are encrypted
Feature Comparison
See what's included in each tier
FeatureFreeProMax
Basic AI Chat
MCP Server Integrations—
Advanced File Operations—
Custom Integrations——
Email Support——
Frequently Asked Questions

How does the BYOK model work?

You provide your own API keys from providers like OpenAI, Anthropic, or Google. You pay them directly at their standard rates. Hydrate provides the intelligent processing, Obsidian integration, and advanced features based on your subscription tier.

Are my API keys safe?

Yes! Your API keys are processed securely and never stored permanently on our servers. For paid tiers, we store only secure hashes for identification.

Can I start with the free tier?

Absolutely! The free tier gives you access to basic AI chat features using your own API keys. You can upgrade anytime to access MCP integrations, advanced file operations, and priority support.

What happens if I cancel my subscription?

You'll be moved to the free tier and retain access to basic features. Your API keys remain yours, and you can resubscribe anytime to regain access to advanced features.

Do you offer annual discounts?

Yes! Annual subscriptions are available with a 17% discount. Pro Annual is $100/year and Max Annual is $200/year. Contact us for enterprise pricing.