Chatbox Setup Guide (ChatGPT Provider / Desktop)
Quickly connect Chatbox for desktop chat, translation, writing, and Q&A.
Use case: Chatbox is a cross-platform desktop AI client. Connect your own API Key to the AI API Proxy's OpenAI-compatible endpoint for everyday chat, translation, writing, and coding questions.
| Setting | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| API type | OpenAI API Compatible | Chatbox officially supports custom OpenAI-compatible providers. |
| API Host / Base URL | http://137.184.200.132:3001/api/v1 | Do not enter the full /chat/completions path. If your client version has problems, try the base URL without /v1. |
| API Key | sk-xxxxxxxx | Copy your complete Key. It is normal for the field to hide the value after you paste it. |
| Model | Enter the complete model ID from the model list | Capitalization, hyphens, and version numbers must match. |
1. Download and Install Chatbox
- Official website: https://chatboxai.app/
- GitHub Releases: https://github.com/chatboxai/chatbox/releases
- Download the installer for your operating system, install it, and open Chatbox.
2. Add the AI API Proxy Provider
- Select Settings in the lower-left corner, open the model or Provider settings, and click the add icon.
- Choose Add Custom Provider or the equivalent custom-provider option.
- Check the API mode. Enter your API key, then enter our base URL under API Host.
- Click the new-model icon, enter the model name with exact capitalization and punctuation, then save it.
- Click the check button beside the API key. A successful check means setup is complete.
Important: The recommended Base URL is http://137.184.200.132:3001/api/v1. Copy the model ID from our model list, such as claude-sonnet-4-6, gpt-5.4, or MiniMax-M3.
3. Verify the Setup
- Return to the chat home screen and start a new conversation.
- Select the AI API Proxy model you just added.
- Send this test message:
Hello, respond with a short greeting. - If the response streams normally, setup is complete.
4. Troubleshooting
| Symptom | Check first |
|---|---|
| Connection failed | Confirm that the Base URL is http://137.184.200.132:3001/api/v1, the network can reach it, and the Key was copied completely. |
| Model does not exist | An incorrect model ID is the most common cause. Copy the complete name from the model pricing list. |
| Connected, but responses are slow | Test a faster model, such as claude-sonnet-4-6 or MiniMax-M3-highspeed. |
| The Key disappears after pasting | This is normal behavior for a password field. Save or test the provider directly. |