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Pinecone: API Key Invalid / Authentication Error
Current Status: Major Outage
Last checked: 26m ago
What We're Seeing Right Now
No recent issues reported. If you're experiencing problems with Pinecone, report below to help the community.
What is this error?
When Pinecone rejects your API key or credentials, your authentication is invalid. This blocks all API access until resolved.
Error Signatures
Invalid API key401 UnauthorizedAuthentication failedAPI key not foundForbiddenAccess deniedInvalid credentialsCommon Causes
- API key expired or revoked
- Wrong API key for the project/environment
- Key permissions insufficient for the requested operation
- Billing issue suspended API access
- Pinecone auth service is down
✓ How to Fix It
- Verify your API key in Pinecone's dashboard
- Regenerate the key if expired
- Check key permissions and scopes
- Verify billing status
- Check this page for auth service issues
- Ensure the key is correctly set in your environment
Live Signals
Service Components
Pinecone API
OperationalPinecone Console
OperationalRecent Incidents
No incidents in the past 30 days
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my Pinecone API key not working?
The key may be expired, revoked, or incorrectly configured. Regenerate it from your dashboard and verify it's set correctly.
Is Pinecone authentication down?
Check community reports below for auth-related issues.
How do I fix Pinecone auth errors?
Regenerate your API key, check billing status, and verify permissions. See troubleshooting steps above.