Getting Started

Last updated: March 8, 2026

1. What is Runware?

Runware is an AI inference platform that allows you to generate media such as images using AI models. You can access Runware through our API for programmatic integration or through the Runware Dashboard (Playground) to test and generate media directly in your browser.

2. How do I get started with Runware?

Getting started is simple:

  1. Create an account at runware.ai

  2. Verify your email address

  3. Add credits to your account

  4. Start generating media using either:

    • The Playground in the dashboard

    • The Runware API in your application

The Playground is ideal for testing models and configurations before integrating them into your workflow.

3. How do I use the Runware API?

You can integrate Runware into your application using our API.

  1. Sign into your Runware dashboard

  2. Generate an API key from your Runware dashboard

  3. Select the model you want to use (using its AIR ID)

  4. Send an API request with your prompt, parameters, and model ID

  5. Receive the generated result in the API response

Runware supports multiple integration methods including WebSockets, SDKs, and REST, allowing you to generate media from websites, apps, and backend systems.

4. Can I test the API without coding?

Yes. You can use the Runware Playground to test prompts, models, and settings without writing code.

Once you generate a successful result, you can copy the exact API request JSON from the Playground and use it directly in your application.

5. Is Runware suitable for non-technical users?

Yes. While Runware is designed as an API-first platform, the Playground interface allows anyone to experiment with models, generate images, and test features without needing programming knowledge.