# Overview

Choose between Foxora-managed models and agent-level BYOK, then select a model or processing tier that fits the task and budget.

![Models in Foxora v5.0.3](/docs/images/v5.0.3/settings/models.webp)

## Where this lives

Open **Settings → Models**.

Foxora provides managed model access through subscription credits and also supports BYOK. A BYOK provider key is assigned to a particular agent, so that agent uses the selected provider and model instead of Foxora-managed credits for those calls.

> **Safety:** Add API keys only through the dedicated agent or provider controls. Never include keys in agent instructions, task prompts, project files, screenshots, or support bundles.

## Steps

1. Open **Settings → Models**.
2. Choose between Foxora-managed models and agent-level BYOK.
3. Select a model or processing tier that fits the task and budget.
4. Use **Settings → Models** to inspect managed routing and supported provider configuration. Select the intended agent or crew tier, keep provider keys in protected fields, and verify the effective model through a representative task.
5. **Confirm the result.** Run a known prompt with the configured agent, inspect the effective model and usage record, and confirm whether Foxora credits or the provider account was charged.

## Choose the right path

- Use managed models for the simplest setup and Foxora credit accounting.
- Use BYOK for a supported provider model billed by that provider.
- Choose Fast, Premium, or Max processing according to task complexity and plan access.

## Managed models and BYOK

| Configuration | Where it is selected | Usage source |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Foxora-managed | Choose the managed model or processing tier for the agent | Uses the subscription’s Foxora credits. |
| BYOK | Add a supported provider key to the particular agent and select its provider model | Uses that provider account and its limits or charges. |

Foxora-managed access remains the default. A BYOK choice on one agent does not need to change every other agent.


## Confirm it worked

- Run a known prompt with the configured agent, inspect the effective model and usage record, and confirm whether Foxora credits or the provider account was charged.
- The screen, command, file, run, or destination named in this guide reflects the expected state.