Introduction to Claude API Tech
A single API gateway for Claude models. Use the native Anthropic SDK or OpenAI-compatible tools by changing only the base URL.
What is Claude API Tech
Claude API Tech is an independent third-party platform and API gateway for accessing Claude models. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or an official product of Anthropic, PBC.
The platform provides one API key, a shared balance, and compatible endpoints for existing SDKs and tools. Claude, Anthropic, Opus, Sonnet, and Fable are names owned by their respective rights holders.
Platform benefits
One key and balance
All nine supported models are available through one API key and shared balance.
Two API formats
Native Anthropic Messages API compatibility and an OpenAI-compatible endpoint.
50% lower prices
Token prices are 50% below the corresponding official Anthropic rates.
No subscription
Pay only for tokens actually used; your balance does not expire.
Crypto payments
Choose a supported method when creating a payment; no Visa or Mastercard is required.
Ready integrations
Connect existing SDKs and development tools by changing only the base URL.
Make your first API call
Create a key, select a model, and get your first Claude response in minutes.
Go to quick start →Recommended path
Send your first request
Configure your key and send a message with cURL, Python, or TypeScript.
Quick start →Choose a model
Compare Fable, Opus, and Sonnet to find the right model for your task.
View models →Review pricing
Check input, output, and cached-token prices for every model.
View pricing →Two compatible API formats
Claude API Tech supports the native Anthropic Messages API format and an OpenAI-compatible format. Keep using your existing SDKs and tools without changing application logic.
Anthropic-compatible
For the Anthropic SDK, Claude Code, and applications using the Messages API.
https://api.llm-gate.techOpenAI-compatible
For tools and SDKs that expect an OpenAI-compatible endpoint.
https://api.llm-gate.tech/v1Supported tools
Use the same API key across coding agents and development tools.
Claude Code
Integration guideAnthropic's terminal coding agent.
Integration guide →OpenCode
Integration guideOpen-source agent for the terminal, IDE, and desktop.
Integration guide →Cline
Integration guideAutonomous coding agent for VS Code.
Integration guide →Cursor
Integration guideAI code editor with support for your own API key.
Integration guide →Windsurf
Integration guideAI development environment with a custom OpenAI-compatible API endpoint.
Integration guide →OpenClaw
Integration guideOpen-source personal AI assistant and self-hosted gateway.
Integration guide →Kilo Code
Integration guideOpen-source AI coding agent for VS Code.
Integration guide →Roo Code
Integration guideAgentic coding assistant for VS Code.
Integration guide →