API Key

Definition

A secret or identifying key supplied by a client when calling an application programming interface.

How it works

An API key grants application access and should never be exposed in client-side code or public logs. Integration brings together customer records, telephony events and business workflows. Correct operation depends on consistent identifiers, synchronisation rules and permissions.

Business example

An integration uses a dedicated API key to send requests to a messaging service.

What to consider

Test API failures, duplicate events, mandatory fields and recovery after temporary outages. Avoid exposing customer data unintentionally.

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