I saved my API key but the field cleared and tests say "not configured". (fixed in v1.5.1)

BookyAI •1 min read •26 views •Updated Aug 16, 2026

Your key is valid — your operating system refused BookyAI access to its secure storage (keys are stored encrypted, never in plain text). After updating, BookyAI shows

you the exact reason instead of clearing the field.


Typical causes and fixes:


- macOS: the "login" keychain is locked or a permission prompt was dismissed. Open

Keychain Access, unlock the login keychain, restart BookyAI and approve the prompt.


- Windows: roaming or temporary user profiles can break Windows' credential

encryption (DPAPI). Use your normal local Windows account.

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