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Brave Search API

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Get an API key

1. Create a Brave Search API account at https://brave.com/search/api/
2. In the dashboard, choose the Data for Search plan and generate an API key.
3. Store the key in config (recommended) or set BRAVE_API_KEY in the Gateway environment.

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Config example

{
  tools: {
    web: {
      search: {
        provider: "brave",
        apiKey: "BRAVE_API_KEY_HERE",
        maxResults: 5,
        timeoutSeconds: 30,
      },
    },
  },
}

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Notes

• The Data for AI plan is not compatible with web_search.
• Brave provides a free tier plus paid plans; check the Brave API portal for current limits.