Authorization - API Key

API Key Authorization and Usage Control

Purpose:

Your API key identify your Account and your subscriptions to our APIs.

How it Works:

1. Obtain an API Key:

   • see my credentials section

2. Include the API Key in the Request Header:

   • The client application includes the API key in a custom header (x-api-key) in each API request.

Why it's Needed:

• To manage and control API usage.

• To implement different pricing tiers or usage limits.

• To prevent abuse and ensure fair usage.

• To track API usage and monitor performance.

How to Use in Postman:

1. Add API Key Header:

   • Go to the "Headers" tab in Postman.

   • Add a new header with the following:

     • Key: x-api-key (or the name you configured in API Gateway or your api's configuration)

     • Value: Paste your API key value.

Example Request Headers: