🔑 Overview
API keys are essential for securing access to your application's resources. Proper management ensures safety, compliance, and efficient usage. Here’s how to handle them effectively:

🔐 Generating API Keys

  1. Create
    Use the /api/v1/keys endpoint to generate a new key.

    API_Key_Generation

  2. Scope
    Define permissions during creation (e.g., read, write, admin).

    Key_Scoping

  3. Store
    Save keys securely—never in client-side code!

    Key_Storage

⏳ Managing API Keys

  • Rotate
    Regularly update keys using /api/v1/keys/{id}/rotate.

    Key_Rotation

  • Revoke
    Disable unused keys via /api/v1/keys/{id}/revoke.

    Key_Revocation

  • Audit
    Track key usage in the API Usage Dashboard.

    Key_Audit

🛡️ Best Practices

  • Assign keys to specific users or services only
  • Set expiration dates (e.g., 90 days)
  • Use HTTPS for all key transmissions
  • Refer to Security Best Practices for advanced guidance

📌 Security Tips

Always protect your API keys with 🔒 encryption. For more details, see Security Overview.

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