VapiAI · stephenvapiai · Aug 3, 2026 · Aug 3, 2026 · Aug 3, 2026 · Aug 3, 2026
diff --git a/fern/advanced/sip/sip-chime.mdx b/fern/advanced/sip/sip-chime.mdx
@@ -15,7 +15,7 @@ This integration does not support passing custom SIP headers, metadata, or enric
 ## Prerequisites
 
 - An AWS account with access to the [Amazon Chime SDK console](https://console.aws.amazon.com/chime-sdk/)
-- A Vapi account with a private API key
+- A Vapi account with a [private API key](/security-and-privacy/api-keys)
 - AWS CLI configured, or access to the Chime SDK console
 - A phone number provisioned in Amazon Chime SDK (or the ability to order one)
 - A Vapi assistant already created (for inbound calls)
@@ -93,9 +93,9 @@ If you don't have any phone numbers in your inventory, order them from **Amazon
 
 <Steps>
 
-<Step title="Retrieve your Vapi API key">
+<Step title="Get your Vapi API key">
 
-Log in to your [Vapi dashboard](https://dashboard.vapi.ai) and retrieve your API key from the **Organization Settings**.
+Get a [Vapi API key](/security-and-privacy/api-keys) to authenticate the API requests in this guide.
 
 </Step>
 

diff --git a/fern/advanced/sip/sip-plivo.mdx b/fern/advanced/sip/sip-plivo.mdx
@@ -79,8 +79,8 @@ Indian phone numbers cannot be used with Plivo on Vapi due to TRAI regulations.
 
     ## Vapi Configuration
     <Steps>
-      <Step title="Get Your Vapi API Key">
-        Sign in to the dashboard and [get your API key](https://dashboard.vapi.ai/org/api-keys). 
+      <Step title="Get your Vapi API key">
+        Get a [Vapi API key](/security-and-privacy/api-keys) to authenticate the API requests in this guide.
       </Step>
       <Step title="Create a SIP Trunk Credential">
         1. Copy the following API call.
@@ -222,8 +222,8 @@ Indian phone numbers cannot be used with Plivo on Vapi due to TRAI regulations.
 
     ## Vapi Configuration
     <Steps>
-      <Step title="Get Your Vapi API Key">
-        Sign into the dashboard and [get your api key](https://dashboard.vapi.ai/org/api-keys). 
+      <Step title="Get your Vapi API key">
+        Get a [Vapi API key](/security-and-privacy/api-keys) to authenticate the API requests in this guide.
       </Step>
       <Step title="Create an Inbound SIP Trunk Credential">
         ```bash

diff --git a/fern/advanced/sip/sip-telnyx.mdx b/fern/advanced/sip/sip-telnyx.mdx
@@ -8,13 +8,7 @@ Integrate your Telnyx SIP trunk with Vapi to enable your AI voice assistants to
 
 <Steps>
   <Step title="Retrieve your Vapi private key">
-    <Steps>
-      <Step title="Get your private key">
-        - Log in to your Vapi account
-        - Navigate to **Organization Settings**
-        - In the **API Keys** section, copy your **Private Key**
-      </Step>
-    </Steps>
+    Get a [Vapi private API key](/security-and-privacy/api-keys) to authenticate the API requests in this guide.
   </Step>
 
   <Step title="Configure Telnyx for inbound calls">

diff --git a/fern/advanced/sip/sip-twilio.mdx b/fern/advanced/sip/sip-twilio.mdx
@@ -60,9 +60,9 @@ This guide walks you through setting up both outbound and inbound SIP trunking b
 
 ### Vapi Configuration
 
-1. **Retrieve Your Vapi API Key**
+1. **Get your Vapi API key**
 
-   Log in to your Vapi.ai account and retrieve your API key from the Organization Settings.
+   Get a [Vapi API key](/security-and-privacy/api-keys) to authenticate the API requests in this guide.
 
 2. **Create a SIP Trunk Credential**
 

diff --git a/fern/advanced/sip/sip-zadarma.mdx b/fern/advanced/sip/sip-zadarma.mdx
@@ -7,11 +7,9 @@ slug: advanced/sip/zadarma
 
 Integrate your Zadarma SIP trunk with Vapi.ai to enable your AI voice assistants to handle calls efficiently. Follow the steps below to set up this integration:
 
-## 1. Retrieve Your Vapi.ai Private Key
+## 1. Get your Vapi private API key
 
-- Log in to your Vapi.ai account.
-- Navigate to **Organization Settings**.
-- In the **API Keys** section, copy your **Private Key**.
+Get a [Vapi private API key](/security-and-privacy/api-keys) to authenticate the API requests in this guide.
 
 ## 2. Add Your Zadarma SIP Credentials to Vapi.ai
 

diff --git a/fern/assistants/quickstart.mdx b/fern/assistants/quickstart.mdx
@@ -15,7 +15,7 @@ Create a voice assistant with a simple prompt, attach a phone number, and make y
 
 ## Prerequisites
 
-- A Vapi account and API key
+- A Vapi account and a [Vapi API key](/security-and-privacy/api-keys)
 
 ## 1) Create an assistant
 
@@ -99,4 +99,3 @@ By default, when you create an assistant, the transcriber, model, and voice are
 - **Use a preset**: [Model Intelligence presets](/assistants/model-intelligence/presets) bundle a transcriber, model, and voice tuned for common use cases, so you can configure your assistant in one click.
 - **Structure data**: [Structured outputs](/assistants/structured-outputs)
 - **Move to multi-assistant**: [Squads](/squads)
-
diff --git a/fern/assistants/retrieve-call-artifacts.mdx b/fern/assistants/retrieve-call-artifacts.mdx
@@ -15,17 +15,15 @@ Some private storage URLs contain `hipaa-recordings` in the path. That's an inte
 
 Call recordings and logs are stored in a private bucket. These URLs aren't directly downloadable.
 
-To retrieve a recording or log file, call the Vapi API with your **Private API Key**. The API responds with a `302` redirect to a short-lived, authenticated download URL.
+To retrieve a recording or log file, call the Vapi API with a [Vapi private API key](/security-and-privacy/api-keys). The API responds with a `302` redirect to a short-lived, authenticated download URL.
 
 <Warning>
   Never expose your Private API Key in client-side code or commit it to version control. Store it as a secret in your backend environment.
 </Warning>
 
-## Get your Private API Key
+## Get your private API key
 
-1. Open the [Vapi Dashboard](https://dashboard.vapi.ai/).
-2. Go to **Manage** → **API Keys**.
-3. Copy the value of your **Private API Key**.
+Follow the [Vapi API key guide](/security-and-privacy/api-keys) to create, view, or copy a private key.
 
 ## Integration
 

diff --git a/fern/assistants/structured-outputs-quickstart.mdx b/fern/assistants/structured-outputs-quickstart.mdx
@@ -64,7 +64,7 @@ A customer support assistant that automatically extracts:
     Sign up at [dashboard.vapi.ai](https://dashboard.vapi.ai)
   </Card>
   <Card title="API key" icon="key">
-    Get your API key from **API Keys** on sidebar
+    Get a [Vapi API key](/security-and-privacy/api-keys)
   </Card>
 </CardGroup>
 

diff --git a/fern/calls/call-queue-management.mdx b/fern/calls/call-queue-management.mdx
@@ -23,7 +23,7 @@ This approach is ideal for call centers, customer support lines, or any applicat
 
 Before implementing call queue management, ensure you have:
 
-- **Vapi Account**: Access to the [Vapi Dashboard](https://dashboard.vapi.ai/org/api-keys) with your API key
+- **Vapi Account**: Access to the [Vapi Dashboard](https://dashboard.vapi.ai/) with a [Vapi API key](/security-and-privacy/api-keys)
 - **Twilio Account**: Active Twilio account with Account SID and Auth Token
 - **Twilio CLI**: Install from [twil.io/cli](https://twil.io/cli) for queue management
 - **Phone Number**: Twilio phone number configured for incoming calls
@@ -708,4 +708,4 @@ Now that you have a production-ready call queue system with Redis persistence an
 
 <Tip>
 Consider implementing health checks, metrics collection, and alerting around your Redis counters and queue processing latency for production monitoring.
-</Tip>
+</Tip>
diff --git a/fern/chat/quickstart.mdx b/fern/chat/quickstart.mdx
@@ -33,14 +33,8 @@ We'll create a customer support chat for "TechFlow", a software company that wan
 ## 1. Get Your API Credentials
 
 <Steps>
-  <Step title="Open the Vapi Dashboard">
-    Go to [dashboard.vapi.ai](https://dashboard.vapi.ai) and log in to your account.
-  </Step>
-  <Step title="Navigate to API Keys">
-    Click on your profile in the top right, then select `Vapi API Keys`.
-  </Step>
-  <Step title="Copy your API key">
-    Copy your Private API Key. You'll need this for all chat requests.
+  <Step title="Get your Vapi private API key">
+    Follow the [Vapi API key guide](/security-and-privacy/api-keys) to create, view, or copy a private key. Use this key to authenticate server-side chat requests.
 
     <Warning>
     Keep this key secure - never expose it in client-side code.

diff --git a/fern/chat/web-widget.mdx b/fern/chat/web-widget.mdx
@@ -25,7 +25,7 @@ View the complete source code and examples on [GitHub](https://github.com/VapiAI
 
 ## Prerequisites
 
-* A [Vapi account](https://dashboard.vapi.ai/) with a public API key
+* A [Vapi account](https://dashboard.vapi.ai/) with a [public API key](/security-and-privacy/api-keys)
 * An existing assistant or willingness to create one
 * A website where you want to embed the widget
 
@@ -38,14 +38,8 @@ We'll add a customer support widget to "TechFlow's" website that allows visitors
 ## 1. Get Your Public API Key
 
 <Steps>
-  <Step title="Open the Vapi Dashboard">
-    Go to [dashboard.vapi.ai](https://dashboard.vapi.ai) and log in to your account.
-  </Step>
-  <Step title="Navigate to API Keys">
-    Click on your profile in the top right, then select `Vapi API Keys`.
-  </Step>
-  <Step title="Copy your Public API Key">
-    Copy your **Public API Key**. This is safe to use in client-side code.
+  <Step title="Get your Vapi public API key">
+    Follow the [Vapi API key guide](/security-and-privacy/api-keys) to create, view, or copy a public key.
 
     <Note>
     Unlike private keys, public keys are safe to expose in your website code.
@@ -459,7 +453,7 @@ You must provide either `assistant-id`, `assistant`, or both `assistant-id` and
 
 * Microphone access for voice mode
 * HTTPS required in production
-* Vapi account and API key
+* Vapi account and [API key](/security-and-privacy/api-keys)
 
 ## Next Steps
 
@@ -476,4 +470,4 @@ The widget automatically handles microphone permissions, audio processing, and c
 
 <Callout>
 Need help? Chat with the team on our [Discord](https://discord.com/invite/pUFNcf2WmH) or mention us on [X/Twitter](https://x.com/Vapi_AI).
-</Callout> 
+</Callout>
diff --git a/fern/cli/project-integration.mdx b/fern/cli/project-integration.mdx
@@ -220,8 +220,8 @@ After initialization, configure your environment:
     ```
   </Step>
 
-  <Step title="Add your API key">
-    Get your API key from the [Vapi Dashboard](https://dashboard.vapi.ai/):
+  <Step title="Add your Vapi API key">
+    Follow the [Vapi API key guide](/security-and-privacy/api-keys) to create, view, or copy an API key:
     ```bash
     VAPI_API_KEY=your-api-key-here
     ```
@@ -348,4 +348,4 @@ Next steps:
 2. Add your VAPI_API_KEY
 3. Run: npm run dev
 4. Test the voice button at http://localhost:3000
-``` 
+```
diff --git a/fern/docs.yml b/fern/docs.yml
@@ -772,6 +772,8 @@ navigation:
             contents:
               - page: Data flow
                 path: security-and-privacy/data-flow.mdx
+              - page: API keys
+                path: security-and-privacy/api-keys.mdx
               - page: Single Sign-On (SSO)
                 path: security-and-privacy/sso.mdx
               - page: JWT authentication

diff --git a/fern/observability/evals-quickstart.mdx b/fern/observability/evals-quickstart.mdx
@@ -48,7 +48,7 @@ An evaluation suite for an appointment booking assistant that tests:
     Sign up at [dashboard.vapi.ai](https://dashboard.vapi.ai)
   </Card>
   <Card title="API key" icon="key">
-    Get your API key from **API Keys** in sidebar
+    Get a [Vapi API key](/security-and-privacy/api-keys)
   </Card>
 </CardGroup>
 

diff --git a/fern/observability/monitoring-quickstart.mdx b/fern/observability/monitoring-quickstart.mdx
@@ -65,7 +65,7 @@ In this quickstart, you will create a monitor that tracks error rates across you
     Sign up at [dashboard.vapi.ai](https://dashboard.vapi.ai)
   </Card>
   <Card title="API key" icon="key">
-    Get your API key from **API Keys** in the sidebar
+    Get a [Vapi API key](/security-and-privacy/api-keys)
   </Card>
 </CardGroup>
 

diff --git a/fern/observability/scorecard-quickstart.mdx b/fern/observability/scorecard-quickstart.mdx
@@ -42,11 +42,13 @@ A scorecard that:
 
 ## Prerequisites
 
-<Note>
-  You need: A Vapi account and API key, an assistant with a model and voice
-  configured, structured outputs created and attached that your scorecard will
-  use
-</Note>
+You need:
+
+- A Vapi account
+- A [Vapi API key](/security-and-privacy/api-keys)
+- An assistant with a model and voice configured
+- Structured outputs created and attached for the scorecard to use
+
 <Warning>
   Metrics can only reference structured outputs of type number/integer or boolean.
 </Warning>

diff --git a/fern/observability/simulations-quickstart.mdx b/fern/observability/simulations-quickstart.mdx
@@ -69,7 +69,7 @@ A simulation suite for an appointment booking assistant that tests:
     Sign up at [dashboard.vapi.ai](https://dashboard.vapi.ai)
   </Card>
   <Card title="API key" icon="key">
-    Get your API key from **API Keys** in sidebar
+    Get a [Vapi API key](/security-and-privacy/api-keys)
   </Card>
 </CardGroup>
 

diff --git a/fern/providers/chat-dash.mdx b/fern/providers/chat-dash.mdx
@@ -4,12 +4,12 @@ subtitle: ChatDash is a white-label dashboard platform that integrates with Vapi
 slug: providers/chat-dash
 ---
 
-[ChatDash](https://bit.ly/3NJpkM7) is a white-label client dashboard platform designed for AI agent agencies. Our seamless integration with Vapi is engineered for simplicity—just enter your Vapi Agent ID and API Key, and your dashboard is up instantly with real-time analytics, detailed call logs, and comprehensive Stripe billing integration.
+[ChatDash](https://bit.ly/3NJpkM7) is a white-label client dashboard platform designed for AI agent agencies. Our seamless integration with Vapi is engineered for simplicity—just enter your Vapi Agent ID and [Vapi API key](/security-and-privacy/api-keys), and your dashboard is up instantly with real-time analytics, detailed call logs, and comprehensive Stripe billing integration.
 
 ## Key Benefits
 
 - **Quick Setup:**
-  Simply input your Vapi Agent ID and API Key, and ChatDash instantly pulls in data to configure your dashboard.
+  Simply input your Vapi Agent ID and [Vapi API key](/security-and-privacy/api-keys), and ChatDash instantly pulls in data to configure your dashboard.
 
 - **Instant Analytics & Call Logs:**
   Gain immediate access to real-time analytics and detailed call logs from your Vapi agent, so you can monitor performance as soon as you're set up.
@@ -23,7 +23,7 @@ slug: providers/chat-dash
 ## How It Works
 
 1. **Enter Your Credentials:**
-   Provide your Vapi Agent ID and API Key in ChatDash.
+   Provide your Vapi Agent ID and [Vapi API key](/security-and-privacy/api-keys) in ChatDash.
 
 2. **Dashboard Setup:**
    ChatDash automatically configures your dashboard with live analytics and call logs.

diff --git a/fern/providers/klen-ai.mdx b/fern/providers/klen-ai.mdx
@@ -10,7 +10,7 @@ Klen AI is a cutting-edge white-label platform that leverages Vapi to empower ag
 ## Key Benefits
 
 - **White-label Voice Platform:** Build and deploy voice agents under your own brand with complete control over your domain and aesthetics.
-- **Partner-Specific API Key Support:** Integrate your personal Vapi API keys for tailored control and direct billing oversight.
+- **Partner-Specific API Key Support:** Integrate your personal [Vapi API keys](/security-and-privacy/api-keys) for tailored control and direct billing oversight.
 - **Managed Infrastructure:** Enjoy robust webhook integration, secure authentication, and a scalable multi-tenant architecture.
 - **Advanced Scheduling & Campaign Management:** Leverage intelligent scheduling, bi-directional calendar sync, and automated outbound campaigns.
 - **Team Collaboration:** Benefit from multi-user access, shared AI agents, and role-based permissions to streamline operations.
@@ -38,7 +38,7 @@ Ready to transform your voice AI offerings?
 1. [Sign up for a Klen AI account](https://klen.ai/get-started)
 2. Choose the partner plan that suits your agency's needs.
 3. Configure your white-label settings and domain.
-4. Connect your Vapi API key (or use our platform key).
+4. Connect your [Vapi API key](/security-and-privacy/api-keys) (or use our platform key).
 5. Start building and deploying custom voice agents today.
 
 ## Learn More

diff --git a/fern/providers/transcriber/soniox.mdx b/fern/providers/transcriber/soniox.mdx
@@ -30,7 +30,7 @@ Configure Soniox in the Vapi Dashboard or update an assistant through the API.
     </Steps>
   </Tab>
   <Tab title="cURL">
-    Set `VAPI_API_KEY` in your environment, then replace `YOUR_ASSISTANT_ID` with the assistant ID.
+    Set `VAPI_API_KEY` in your environment with a [Vapi API key](/security-and-privacy/api-keys), then replace `YOUR_ASSISTANT_ID` with the assistant ID.
 
     ```bash
     curl -X PATCH "https://api.vapi.ai/assistant/YOUR_ASSISTANT_ID" \

diff --git a/fern/providers/vapify.mdx b/fern/providers/vapify.mdx
@@ -8,7 +8,7 @@ Vapify is a white-label platform for Vapi that simplifies how agencies sell and
 
 ## Key Benefits
 - **Seamless Integration:**
-  Seamlessly integrate Vapify with your Vapi setup. To get started, all you need is a Vapi key - zero coding required.
+  Seamlessly integrate Vapify with your Vapi setup. To get started, all you need is a [Vapi API key](/security-and-privacy/api-keys) - zero coding required.
 - **Comprehensive Analytics:**
   Get access to detailed call logs, recordings, and client-ready reporting.
 - **White-Label Experience:**

diff --git a/fern/providers/voiceaiwrapper.mdx b/fern/providers/voiceaiwrapper.mdx
@@ -11,7 +11,7 @@ VoiceAIWrapper is the ultimate white-label platform built specifically for Vapi
 ## Key Benefits
 
 - **30-Minute Setup:**
-  Connect your Vapi API key and instantly sync all assistants, phone numbers, and knowledge bases. No coding required—just paste your credentials and start onboarding clients.
+  Connect your [Vapi API key](/security-and-privacy/api-keys) and instantly sync all assistants, phone numbers, and knowledge bases. No coding required—just paste your credentials and start onboarding clients.
 
 - **Complete White-Labeling:**
   Your domain, your logo, your colors, your support channels. Clients never see VoiceAIWrapper branding—it's your platform powered by our infrastructure.
@@ -31,7 +31,7 @@ VoiceAIWrapper is the ultimate white-label platform built specifically for Vapi
 ## How It Works
 
 1. **Connect Your Vapi Account:**
-   Add your Vapi API key and organization ID. VoiceAIWrapper automatically syncs all assistants, phone numbers, and configurations.
+   Add your [Vapi API key](/security-and-privacy/api-keys) and organization ID. VoiceAIWrapper automatically syncs all assistants, phone numbers, and configurations.
 
 2. **Brand Your Platform:**
    Upload your logo, connect your domain, and configure your Stripe keys for automated billing under your brand.

diff --git a/fern/providers/voicerr.mdx b/fern/providers/voicerr.mdx
@@ -26,7 +26,7 @@ Key pillars:
 | Voicerr Advantage | What It Means for You |
 |-------------------|-----------------------|
 | Instant white-label portal | Launch a branded site, logo, and domain in minutes. |
-| Deep Vapi sync | Assistants, numbers, and recordings pulled with one API key. |
+| Deep Vapi sync | Assistants, numbers, and recordings pulled with one [API key](/security-and-privacy/api-keys). |
 | Automated Stripe billing | Invoices, payments, and markup handled for you. |
 | Growth tools included | Lead Finder, outbound calls, and multi-step workflows. |
 | Unlimited scale | One flat price whether you serve 1 client or 1000. |
@@ -37,7 +37,7 @@ By branding Voicerr you can **whitelabel AI voice agents** for every client whil
 
 ## How It Works
 
-1. **Connect Vapi** – Paste your Organization ID and Private Key; Voicerr syncs assistants, numbers, and minutes instantly.  
+1. **Connect Vapi** – Paste your Organization ID and [Private Key](/security-and-privacy/api-keys); Voicerr syncs assistants, numbers, and minutes instantly.
 2. **Brand & price** – Upload your logo, map a custom domain, and create plans with your desired markup.  
 3. **Onboard clients** – Add clients manually or let them self-sign-up; choose exactly what each client can see or edit.  
 4. **Scale & automate** – Use Lead Finder to gather prospects, trigger Batch Calling campaigns, and wire everything together with Automation Lab workflows.

diff --git a/fern/quickstart/phone.mdx b/fern/quickstart/phone.mdx
@@ -16,7 +16,7 @@ Vapi makes it easy to build voice agents that can make and receive phone calls.
 ## Prerequisites
 
 - [A Vapi account](https://dashboard.vapi.ai)
-- For SDK usage: API key from the Dashboard
+- For SDK usage: [Vapi API key](/security-and-privacy/api-keys) from the Dashboard
 
 <Tip>
 **Using the Vapi CLI?** You can create assistants, manage phone numbers, and make calls directly from your terminal:

diff --git a/fern/sdk/mcp-server.mdx b/fern/sdk/mcp-server.mdx
@@ -30,7 +30,7 @@ This automatically configures Cursor, Windsurf, or VSCode with the Vapi MCP serv
 
 <Steps>
   <Step title="Get your Vapi API key">
-    [Get your API key from the Vapi dashboard.](https://dashboard.vapi.ai/org/api-keys)
+    Follow the [Vapi API key guide](/security-and-privacy/api-keys) to create, view, or copy an API key.
   </Step>
   <Step title="Edit Claude Desktop config">
     Open <b>Settings</b> → <b>Developer</b> tab → <b>Edit Config</b>.