Creating a Token
Authorization
A token is required for any API request that is hitting a backend route.
1. Access the Token Management Page
Navigate to your OptiPub instance and then click on your name located at the top right of the page. Then click Profile
. Next, click API Keys
2. Create a Token
Click the Create New Token
button and then give your token a recognizable name. Click Create
and a new token will be presented to you.
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Access
Your personal access token has the same permissions as the user who created it. Keep this token safe guarded. It is recommended that you create a separate user with restricted permissions if you are going to be accessing the API.