ServeMyAPI FAQs

Question 1

What is ServeMyAPI?

Accepted Answer

ServeMyAPI is a macOS-specific tool that securely stores and retrieves API keys using the macOS Keychain, accessible across your projects via the Model Context Protocol (MCP). It helps you avoid storing API keys in insecure locations like .env files.

Question 2

How does ServeMyAPI integrate with LLMs like Claude?

Accepted Answer

ServeMyAPI leverages the Model Context Protocol (MCP) to allow LLMs like Claude to request API keys securely. This eliminates manual workarounds and ensures your AI assistant has the credentials it needs without exposing them directly.

Question 3

How does ServeMyAPI enhance security?

Accepted Answer

ServeMyAPI stores API keys securely in the macOS Keychain, protected by user authentication. This prevents exposing keys in .env files, Git repositories, or application configurations, reducing the risk of accidental exposure.

Question 4

What are the key features of ServeMyAPI?

Accepted Answer

Key features include secure API key storage in the macOS Keychain, a command-line interface (CLI) for key management, MCP support for storing, retrieving, and deleting keys, compatibility with any MCP client (like Claude Desktop and Windsurf), and support for stdio and HTTP/SSE transports.

Question 5

What are the future plans for ServeMyAPI?

Accepted Answer

Future plans include a code scanner to suggest keychain names, cross-platform support, integration with popular frameworks, and a UI for key management. The goal is to make secure API key management even easier and more accessible.

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