[账号管理] Phone number requirements for new API keys

ChatGPT

When creating a new OpenAI account or using ChatGPT, phone verification is no longer required.

API

When generating the initial API key on platform.openai.com, phone verification is required, but subsequent API key generation does not require verification again.

Why do I need to provide a phone number to generate the first API key?
When generating the first API key on platform.openai.com, for security reasons, you need to provide a phone number. This helps verify the account and ensure the platform's security.

Phone verification is required when generating the first API key; subsequent API key generation does not require verification again.
Please rest assured that the phone number is only used for verification and will not be used for other purposes; your privacy will be strictly protected.