API Issues – Troubleshooting OpenAI and Gemini Connection Problems

This guide helps you fix common API issues when using PageFix AI. Most problems are related to API keys, billing, or connection settings.

PageFix AI works with OpenAI and Google Gemini. If the API connection is not working, follow the steps below.

Invalid API Key

Problem: The API connection fails or returns an error.

Possible causes:

• Incorrect API key
• Key was deleted or regenerated
• Wrong provider selected

Solution:

• Copy and paste the API key again
• Create a new API key if needed
• Check if OpenAI or Gemini is selected correctly

No API Response

Problem: Content generation returns no output.

Possible causes:

• No available credits
• Billing not configured
• Temporary API outage

Solution:

• Check your billing and usage
• Verify API status
• Try again later

Rate Limit Errors

Problem: Requests fail during bulk generation.

Possible causes:

• Too many requests in a short time
• API usage limits reached

Solution:

• Reduce batch size
• Use pause and resume
• Wait before retrying

Wrong Model Selected

Problem: Content is low quality or fails to generate.

Possible causes:

• Model not supported by your API key
• Incorrect model selected

Solution:

• Select a supported model
• Check Model Settings

Slow API Response

Problem: Content generation is slow.

Possible causes:

• Using high-quality model
• Large batch size
• Server or API load

Solution:

• Use faster model (Gemini Flash)
• Reduce batch size
• Run smaller jobs

Connection Test Fails

Problem: API test does not return success.

Possible causes:

• Invalid API key
• Wrong provider selected
• Network or firewall issue

Solution:

• Re-enter API key
• Check provider selection
• Verify internet connection

Best Practices for API Usage

• Always test API connection before use
• Start with a small batch
• Monitor API usage and cost
• Use backup before bulk generation
• Use Gemini for bulk and OpenAI for quality

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