> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.blinkops.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.
# LiteLLM
> LiteLLM is a unified LLM gateway that standardizes access to multiple model providers while enabling intelligent routing, cost control, and centralized logging and monitoring.
## Creating a LiteLLM connection
### Using API Key
To create the connection you need:
* An API Address
* A Virtual Key
#### Obtaining the credentials
1. Log in to LiteLLM's portal.
2. Navigate to **Private Key**.
3. On the **Private Key** page, click on **Create New Key**.
4. Fill in the required details.
5. Copy the generated key.
#### Creating your connection
1. In the Blink platform, navigate to the **Connections** page > **Add connection**. A New Connection dialog box opens displaying icons of external service providers available.
2. Select the **LiteLLM** icon. A dialog box with name of the connection and connection methods appear.
3. (Optional) Edit the name of the connection. At a later stage you cannot edit the name.
4. Select **API Key** as the method to create the connection.
5. Fill in the parameters:
* The API Address
* The Virtual Key
6. (Optional) Click **Test Connection** to test it.
7. Click **Create connection**. The new connection appears on the **Connections** page.