Welcome to our API Authentication guide. This section provides detailed information on how to authenticate requests to our API. Ensure you follow these guidelines for secure and authorized access.

Authentication Methods

Our API supports two main authentication methods:

  • API Key: A unique identifier assigned to your account.
  • OAuth 2.0: An industry-standard protocol for authorization.

API Key

  1. Generate an API Key: Access your account settings to generate a new API Key.
  2. Include API Key in Headers: For each request, include the API Key in the Authorization header as follows:
    Authorization: Bearer <Your_API_Key>

OAuth 2.0

  1. Register Application: Register your application to obtain client credentials.
  2. Authorization Code: Obtain an authorization code by redirecting users to the authorization server.
  3. Token Exchange: Exchange the authorization code for an access token.

Security Best Practices

  • Keep API Keys Secure: Never expose your API Key publicly.
  • Use HTTPS: Always communicate with our API over HTTPS to encrypt data in transit.
  • Rate Limiting: Implement rate limiting to prevent abuse.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues with authentication, refer to our Troubleshooting Guide for common solutions.

Additional Resources

For more information on API Authentication, check out the following resources:

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By following these guidelines, you can ensure secure and reliable access to our API. If you have any further questions, feel free to reach out to our support team.