# OpenRouter shows why it routed each request to a model

> Original title: Transparent routing decisions.

- Source: OpenRouter
- Published: 2026-11-06T16:20:06.000Z
- Bad Influence: https://badinfluence.news/items/hmunjxbseo4wmyidlirk430z1
- Original: https://x.com/OpenRouter/status/2118740215531716960

## Summary

OpenRouter says it gives detailed feedback in its chatroom and through its API, when router metadata is enabled, on why it selected a given model. The feedback covers the models considered, why each was chosen, and the factors that influenced the decision.

## Post

Transparent routing decisions.

We provide detailed feedback via both our chatroom and api (by enabling router metadata) about why we selected a certain model. This includes the models considered, why they were selected, and the factors influencing the decision.

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