🔒 API Key Security is critical for protecting your application's access to sensitive resources. Here's a concise overview of best practices and implementation details.

Key Concepts

  • API Key
    A unique string used to authenticate requests to APIs.
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  • Authentication Mechanism
    Typically sent via HTTP headers (Authorization: Bearer <key>) or query parameters.
  • Security Best Practices
    • Rotate keys regularly
    • Restrict key scope to minimal permissions
    • Store keys securely (never in client-side code)

Implementation Tips

  1. Generate Keys via the Console
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    Use our [API Key Management Tool](/Documentation/en/Explore/API_Reference/API_Key_Management) to create and monitor keys.
  2. Use HTTPS
    Always ensure secure communication to prevent interception.
  3. Monitor Usage
    Track key activity through our API Usage Analytics dashboard.

Security Risks & Mitigation

Risk Mitigation

⚠️ Never expose API keys in logs or client-side code! Refer to our Security Policies for detailed guidelines.

For advanced configurations, check our API Gateway Documentation. 🛡️