BYOK: Bring Your Own OpenAI API key.
Koshsi uses a BYOK "Bring Your Own Key" model. That means predictions run using your own OpenAI API key, so OpenAI bills your usage directly. Your Koshsi subscription pays for the premium MatchUp workflow, the interface, and ongoing improvements — not for tokens.
Important: never share your API key publicly. If you think it’s exposed, revoke it in OpenAI immediately.
How BYOK works
Two payments, two roles: OpenAI for usage, Koshsi for the MatchUp framework and experience.
1) You create an API key
Your OpenAI API key authorizes predictions to run under your account.
2) Koshsi runs MatchUp analysis
We guide the AI through structured factor deltas and explainable probability output.
3) OpenAI bills usage directly
You see costs and usage inside OpenAI — no hidden fees or markups.
4) Your subscription pays for the product
Koshsi charges for the workflow, UI, and continuous improvement — not for tokens.
What this means in plain English
BYOK keeps costs honest. If you run more predictions, you’ll see more usage in OpenAI — and you can set limits there. Koshsi stays focused on product quality: MatchUp analysis, clarity, and premium experience.
BYOK benefits
Why this model is safer and more transparent.
- You control spend — usage limits live in OpenAI
- No “unlimited” tricks — no hidden usage markups
- Clear value split — framework vs usage
- Cancel-friendly — revoke key or remove it anytime
Setup steps
Fast setup. If you get stuck, we can help you onboard manually.
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Create/Open your OpenAI accountRequired
If you already have an OpenAI account, move to step 2.
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Create an API key~1 min
Create a new key in OpenAI and name it something like “Koshsi Football Predictor”.
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Paste the key into the predictorOnce
Open the Football Predictor and paste your key into the API key field.
Example format only: sk-******************************
Do not share your real key in emails or public messages.Best practice: use a personal device, and avoid saving keys on shared/public computers.
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Run a test predictionRecommended
Choose a match and run one prediction to confirm everything is working.
Need help?
If you prefer a guided setup, we can assist during onboarding. BYOK is simple, but we’ll help if anything is confusing.
Note: Koshsi provides probabilities for informational use only. No guarantees.
Security & privacy
Simple, practical guidance for handling your API key safely.
Treat your key like a password
Don’t post it, don’t email it, don’t paste it into public chats. If exposed, revoke it in OpenAI.
You control usage limits
Because OpenAI bills your account directly, you can cap usage and monitor spend in OpenAI.
Remove or rotate anytime
You can replace your key if you rotate keys. Revoking a key immediately stops its use.
BYOK avoids “usage incentives”
Koshsi isn’t incentivized to inflate usage. We focus on analysis quality and product experience.
For the safest setup, use Koshsi on a personal device and avoid shared/public machines.
FAQ
Quick answers before you connect your key.
Why do I need my own OpenAI API key?
Does Koshsi add extra fees on top of OpenAI usage?
I’m not technical — can I still set this up?
Can I remove or change my key later?
Is this safe?
Reminder: Koshsi provides informational analysis and probabilities only. Outcomes are uncertain.