# Asterionyx FAQ

## What is Asterionyx?

Asterionyx is a managed, prepaid AI API. Customers get one API key and one Base URL, choose from a live Model Catalog, and pay with prepaid Points.

## How do I get an API key?

Create an account in the customer portal and sign in. The portal shows the account API key and Base URL.

## What is the Base URL?

Production customer API Base URL:

```text
https://api.a.eus/v1
```

## How does payment work?

Customers create a recharge order, pay manually using the displayed instructions, and wait for admin confirmation. Adding Points is a separate audited admin action.

## Which models are available?

Open `https://asterionyx.com/models` or fetch `https://api.a.eus/api/v1/public/models` for the current published catalog, exact ordering, capabilities, availability, and prices.

## What happens when Points run out?

Requests may fail until the customer recharges. The customer can create a new recharge order in the portal.