This SSL certificate verification error typically occurs when there's an issue with your local Python environment's SSL certificates. Here's how to resolve it:
Ensure your system's Certificate Authority (CA) certificates are up to date. On macOS, you can run:
/Applications/Python\ 3.x/Install\ Certificates.command
Replace 3.x with your specific Python version. This script installs the necessary certificates for Python.
2. Verify Python Version
Confirm you're using Python 3.7 or higher, as older versions may have SSL issues. Check your Python version with:
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python --version
3. Set Environment Variable
Temporarily bypass SSL verification (only for testing purposes):
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import os
os.environ['REQUESTS_CA_BUNDLE'] = ''
Note: Disabling SSL verification can expose you to security risks. Use this method only for testing.
4. Update OpenAI Package
Ensure you have the latest OpenAI package:
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pip install --upgrade openai
5. Verify Network Configuration
Check if any network settings or proxies might be interfering:
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import requests
response = requests.get('https://api.openai.com')
print(response.status_code)
If this request fails, it indicates a network issue.
6. Alternative Solution
If the issue persists, you can manually specify the certificate path:
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import certifi
import os
os.environ['SSL_CERT_FILE'] = certifi.where()
This sets the SSL_CERT_FILE environment variable to the path of the certifi CA bundle.
If none of these solutions resolve the issue, please provide:
Your Python version
Operating system details
The exact code you're using to make the API call
Any network configuration details that might be relevant
This information will help in diagnosing the problem more effectively.
For further assistance, you can refer to discussions on the OpenAI Developer Community:
Stack Overflow - SSL certificate error
OpenAI Community - SSL Certificate Verify Failed