This page provides essential tools and practices for securing your API endpoints. Here are key areas to focus on:

1. Authentication & Authorization

  • OAuth 2.0: Use this protocol for third-party access management.
    OAuth_2.0
  • JWT (JSON Web Token): Implement stateless authentication with encrypted tokens.
    JWT_Token
  • API Keys: Distribute unique keys for client-side identification.
    API_Key

2. Data Protection

  • SSL/TLS Encryption: Secure data in transit with HTTPS.
    SSL_TLS
  • Input Validation: Prevent injection attacks (e.g., SQL, XSS).
    Input_Validation

3. Access Control

  • Rate Limiting: Mitigate abuse with request throttling.
    Rate_Limiting
  • IP Whitelisting: Restrict access to trusted sources.
    IP_Whitelisting

For deeper insights, check our API Security Best Practices guide.

API_Security