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Claude Code for FREE with OpenRouter — Complete Setup Guide

v1.0 · Updated 24 SEPT 2026

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Learn how to use Claude Code with OpenRouter and access free AI models directly from your terminal. This step-by-step guide walks you through the complete setup, including installing Claude Code, configuring OpenRouter, adding your API key, selecting a model, and running your first coding task. Perfect for developers who want to experiment with Claude Code and modern AI coding workflows without immediately paying for a subscription. You’ll learn: • How Claude Code works • How to connect Claude Code to OpenRouter • How to configure your API key • How to select compatible models • How to use free models through OpenRouter • How to troubleshoot common setup issues • How to start building with AI from your terminal Note: Free model availability, rate limits, and pricing can change over time.

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GUIDE
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33 KB
Version
v1.0
Updated
24 SEPT 2026

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Claude Code + OpenRouter

Want to experiment with Claude Code without immediately paying for a subscription?

This guide shows you how to connect Claude Code with OpenRouter and configure it to use available AI models from your terminal.

What you'll learn

  • Install Claude Code
  • Configure OpenRouter
  • Add your API key
  • Select a model
  • Run Claude Code from your terminal
  • Troubleshoot common configuration problems

What you'll build

By the end of this guide, you'll have a working Claude Code environment connected to OpenRouter and ready for your first AI-assisted coding task.

Note: Free model availability and usage limits can change. Always check the current OpenRouter model/pricing information when setting up your account.

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