stepfun-ai/step-3.5-flash — Free AI Model & API

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nvidia-nim/stepfun-ai-step-3-5-flash
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Context Window 262K
Max Output 16K
Released May 31, 2026
Rate Limit Up to 40 RPM
Cost $0.00 FREE
Free Period Since May 31, 2026
Credit Card Not required
Phone Verification Required
Status Online

Overview

StepFun Step 3.5 Flash is available free on NVIDIA NIM with up to 40 RPM and no daily token cap. StepFun's latest flash-optimized model prioritizes speed and efficiency for high-throughput tasks while retaining strong general performance. OpenAI-compatible API. Requires free NVIDIA Developer Program membership and phone verification.

Model ID
stepfun-ai/step-3.5-flash
Base URL
https://integrate.api.nvidia.com/v1
Specifications
Context: 262K · Output: 16K · Modality: text · OpenAI Compat: Yes

Quick Start

Integrate stepfun-ai/step-3.5-flash with 3 lines of code. See the config generator for Claude Code, Cursor, and more.

from openai import OpenAI

client = OpenAI(
    base_url="https://integrate.api.nvidia.com/v1",
    api_key="YOUR_API_KEY"
)

response = client.chat.completions.create(
    model="stepfun-ai/step-3.5-flash",
    messages=[{"role": "user", "content": "Hello!"}]
)
print(response.choices[0].message.content)
import OpenAI from "openai";

const openai = new OpenAI({
  baseURL: "https://integrate.api.nvidia.com/v1",
  apiKey: "YOUR_API_KEY",
});

const completion = await openai.chat.completions.create({
  model: "stepfun-ai/step-3.5-flash",
  messages: [{ role: "user", content: "Hello!" }],
});

console.log(completion.choices[0].message.content);
curl https://integrate.api.nvidia.com/v1/chat/completions \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" \
  -d '{
    "model": "stepfun-ai/step-3.5-flash",
    "messages": [{"role": "user", "content": "Hello!"}]
  }'

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Rate Limits & Constraints

Rate Limit Up to 40 RPM
Context Window 262K
Max Output Tokens 16K
Cost Free — since May 31, 2026
Credit Card Not required
OpenAI Compatible Yes — drop-in replacement

NVIDIA NIM Platform Limitations

  • ~40 RPM shared across all models, not per-model
  • Some models require additional registration per model family
  • Unavailable models listed in catalog but uncallable with standard key

Features & Use Cases

Best For

Chat

Modality Support

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NVIDIA NIM Highlights

  • 100+ open models available
  • No daily token cap
  • ~40 RPM free tier
  • No credit card required

How to Get a Free NVIDIA NIM API Key

Follow these steps to get your free API key for stepfun-ai/step-3.5-flash. No credit card required — just sign up and start using the API.

  1. Sign up at build.nvidia.com Free NVIDIA Developer account. No credit card.
  2. Go to Settings → API Keys
  3. Generate an API key
  4. Browse available models 100+ open models. Nemotron Super 49B recommended.
  5. Configure OpenAI client Base URL: https://integrate.api.nvidia.com/v1

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Test stepfun-ai/step-3.5-flash directly in your browser. Your API key is sent directly to NVIDIA NIM — never stored.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an API key for stepfun-ai/step-3.5-flash?

Sign up at NVIDIA NIM to get your API key. No credit card is required — just an email sign-up. Once you have the key, use the code snippets in the Quick Start section above.

Is stepfun-ai/step-3.5-flash really free?

Yes. stepfun-ai/step-3.5-flash is available on NVIDIA NIM's free tier and has been free since May 31, 2026. Rate limits apply: Up to 40 RPM. Always check the provider's terms for any changes to the free tier.

What are stepfun-ai/step-3.5-flash's rate limits?

Up to 40 RPM Context window: 262K. Max output: 16K. No credit card required.

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