Integrate BotPenguin with Google Gemini

This page provides an in-depth guide on integrating BotPenguin with Google Gemini.

Overview

The integration of Google Gemini with BotPenguin brings cutting-edge generative AI capabilities to your chatbot experience. Gemini, Google’s state-of-the-art multimodal LLM (Large Language Model), enables natural, context-aware, and multi-turn conversations that go beyond standard automation.

This guide outlines the step-by-step process to integrate Google Gemini with BotPenguin.

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Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure the following:

• You have admin-level access to your BotPenguin account.

• A valid Google Cloud Project with the Gemini API enabled.

• Access to Gemini API credentials (API key or OAuth token).

• Access to BotPenguin's LLM Integration settings.

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Steps to Integration

Step 1: Enable Gemini API on Google Cloud

1. Visit Google Cloud Console.

2. Select or create a new project.

3. Go to APIs & Services > Library.

4. Search for Gemini API (or Vertex AI API) and click Enable.

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Step 2: Generate API Credentials

1. Go to APIs & Services > Credentials.

2. Click “Create Credentials” → choose API Key.

3. Copy the API key and keep it secure.

🔐 Tip: For production-level integrations, use service accounts and OAuth for enhanced security.

Step 3: Add Gemini in BotPenguin

1. Log in to your BotPenguin dashboard.

2. Select the "Third-Party Apps Integrations"

3. Search for "Google Gemini"

4. Click on Connect, and enter the API key.

Congratulations! You have successfully integrated BotPenguin with Google Gemini!

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FAQ's

Which Gemini models are supported in BotPenguin?

BotPenguin currently supports:

• Gemini-Pro

• Gemini-2.0-Flash

• Gemini-2.0-Flash-Lite

These models offer a trade-off between response quality and speed, allowing you to pick what’s best for your use case.

Where can I get the API key for Gemini integration?

You can generate your Gemini API key from the Google Cloud Console:

• Go to APIs & Services > Credentials

• Click “Create Credentials” > API Key

• Ensure that the Gemini (Vertex AI) API is enabled in the selected project.

Can I use both OpenAI and Gemini models in one BotPenguin account?

No, one bot can only be Intgrated to one LLM model at a time.

What happens if my API key becomes invalid or quota is exceeded?

If the key becomes invalid or quota limits are hit:

• The bot will fall back to a default message.

• An error notification will appear in the integration logs under Settings > LLM Integration.

• You will receive a platform alert to take corrective action.

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If everything is correct and you are still unable to move forward, write to us at [email protected]. We will respond back within 48 business hours.