Affordable AI Chatbot with Your Own OpenAI Key – FAQ & Guide

More and more businesses are using AI chatbots to answer customer inquiries quickly, accurately, and 24/7. However, many providers are expensive, inflexible, or technically complicated. With Own KeyBot, you get a cost-effective, easy-to-set-up solution – ideal for small businesses and online stores.

What is Own KeyBot?

Own KeyBot is a no-code AI chatbot configurator that lets you create your own website chatbot in just a few minutes. You use your own OpenAI API key ("Bring Your Own Key"), giving you full cost control and paying only for your actual usage.

How does the BYOK principle (Bring Your Own Key) work?

With the BYOK principle, you bring your own OpenAI API key.

• Direct billing with OpenAI – no markups
• Maximum transparency on costs
• Flexibility – change your key anytime

Who is the chatbot for?

The Own KeyBot is ideal for:

• Small businesses and startups
• Online stores with product consulting
• Websites with high customer support needs
• Bloggers & content creators who want to answer visitor questions automatically

Can the chatbot explain and sell products?

Yes. You can connect your product feed (e.g., from Shopify). The chatbot can then answer questions about:

• Prices
• Stock levels
• Product details

This turns it into a digital sales assistant available to customers around the clock.

How do I set up my chatbot?

Setup is quick and easy in 4 steps:

1. Create an account – register for free
2. Connect your OpenAI key – get full cost control
3. Customize design & behavior – set branding & rules
4. Add the code – copy & paste it into your website

Done! Your chatbot is ready to go.

What does Own KeyBot cost?

• Free Plan (€0) – perfect for testing
• Security+ (€6.99/month) – secure key encryption & domain restriction
• History+ (€8.99/month) – includes chat history storage & analytics dashboard

What are the advantages of Own KeyBot over other chatbots?

• Affordable price starting at €6.99/month
• No coding skills needed (no-code)
• Full cost control with BYOK
• Customizable design
• Easy integration with copy & paste

Why is an AI chatbot important for small businesses?

• Saves time and staffing costs
• Answers customer questions 24/7
• Increases customer satisfaction and sales potential
• Provides valuable analytics for business optimization

Conclusion – The chatbot with full control

With Own KeyBot, you get a powerful, affordable, and flexible AI chatbot that you can set up in just minutes – no technical skills required. ➡ Try it for free and get started today.