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title: "Using Synthetic with Kilo Code"
description: "Access open-source AI models through Synthetic in Kilo Code. Setup guide for getting an API key and configuring models."
sidebar_label: Synthetic
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# Using Synthetic With Kilo Code

Synthetic provides access to several open-source AI models running on secure infrastructure within the US and EU. They offer both subscription-based and usage-based pricing options, with strong privacy guarantees - they never train on your data and auto-delete API data within 14 days.

**Website:** [https://synthetic.new](https://synthetic.new)

## Getting an API Key

1. **Sign Up/Sign In:** Go to [Synthetic](https://synthetic.new) and create an account or sign in.
2. **Navigate to API Keys:** After logging in, go to the [API Keys page](https://synthetic.new/user-settings/api) in your account settings.
3. **Copy your Key:** Click the Copy icon next to your key to copy it to your clipboard.

## Supported Models

Kilo Code supports all "always on" Synthetic AI models. The available models include various open-source options optimized for different use cases.

**Note:** Model availability may change. Refer to the [Synthetic documentation](https://synthetic.new) for the most up-to-date list of supported models and their capabilities.

## Configuration in Kilo Code

1. **Open Kilo Code Settings:** Click the gear icon ({% codicon name="gear" /%}) in the Kilo Code panel.
2. **Select Provider:** Choose "Synthetic" from the "API Provider" dropdown.
3. **Enter API Key:** Paste your Synthetic API key into the "Synthetic API Key" field.
4. **Select Model:** Choose your desired model from the "Model" dropdown.

## Tips and Notes

- **Pricing Options:** Synthetic offers both subscriptions and pay-as-you-go usage-based [pricing](https://synthetic.new/pricing).
- **Privacy:** Strong privacy policy with no training on user data and automatic deletion of API data within 14 days.
- **OpenAI Compatibility:** Synthetic models work with any OpenAI-compatible tools and applications.
