Welcome to our API Authentication Reference guide. This page provides essential information about how to authenticate requests to our API endpoints.
Authentication Methods
Our API supports several authentication methods to ensure secure access to your data.
- Basic Authentication: Use a combination of username and password to authenticate requests.
- Bearer Token: Obtain a token from our OAuth server and include it in the Authorization header.
- API Key: Include your API key in the request headers for unscoped access.
Setup
Before you start using our API, make sure you have the following:
- API Key: Obtain an API key from your account dashboard.
- Bearer Token: Generate a token from our OAuth server.
- API Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the API endpoints and their usage.
Example Request
Here's an example of a GET request using Basic Authentication:
GET /api/v1/users HTTP/1.1
Host: api.example.com
Authorization: Basic <Base64 Encoded Credentials>
Security
Always ensure that your API requests are secure by using HTTPS and proper authentication methods.
For more information on security best practices, visit our Security Guidelines.
Security Shield