Get a Perplexity API key to unlock AI-powered search and research in PF Create — including Sonar models with real-time web citations, deep research reports, and grounded answers.

Used for: AI search (Sonar), deep research reports (Sonar Deep Research), reasoning (Sonar Reasoning Pro)
Cost: Pay-per-request. No free tier for API access.
Sign-up required: Yes.

Step 1 — Sign Up for Perplexity

1. Go to perplexity.ai
2. Create an account or sign in with Google.

Step 2 — Access the API

1. Go to perplexity.ai/settings/api
2. Click Generate to create a new API key and copy it.

Step 3 — Add Credits

1. In API settings, go to Billing and add at least $5 in credits.

Step 4 — Add to PF Create

1. Go to your PF Create Services page.
2. Paste your Perplexity API key into the Perplexity field.
3. Click Save.

Troubleshooting

401 errors — API key invalid or expired. Regenerate from Perplexity API settings.

402 errors — Insufficient credits. Top up in Perplexity Billing.

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