Authentication error: API key is invalid!

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When using the Agent HTTP API, you need to fill in "What is YOUR_API_KEY?". This refers to the prompt "Authorization" on the webpage, which states "Authentication error: API key is invalid!".

[dosubot[bot]]

The "Authentication error: API key is invalid!" message usually means the API key in your Authorization header is missing, malformed, or not registered in the system. Make sure your request includes the header in this format: Authorization: Bearer <YOUR_API_KEY>, where <YOUR_API_KEY> should start with ragflow- and match a valid key generated in the RAGFlow UI. If you’re using local models, you still need to provide a placeholder API key to avoid header errors (for example, no-key-need) reference.

If you’re sure the header is correct, double-check that the key is active and registered in the system. API keys are checked against the database, so any typo or using an expired/deleted key will trigger this error reference.

You can generate or view your API key by logging into the RAGFlow UI, clicking your avatar, and going to the API page reference. If you’re using docker-compose, make sure there are no extra quotes around the key in your configuration.

Let me know if you need help with the exact header or config!

To reply, just mention @dosu.

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