API Authentication Guide

Introduction

This guide covers the authentication mechanisms available in our API. We support multiple authentication methods including OAuth 2.0, API keys, and JWT tokens.

Authentication Methods

1. API Keys

API keys are the simplest form of authentication. Include your API key in the Authorization header:

Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY

2. OAuth 2.0

For more secure applications, we recommend using OAuth 2.0. This provides better security and...

3. JWT Tokens

JSON Web Tokens provide a stateless authentication mechanism that works well for...

Best Practices

• Never expose your API keys in client-side code
• Rotate your keys regularly
• Use environment variables to store sensitive credentials
• Implement rate limiting to prevent abuse