How to create an API key
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Creating an API key allows you to securely interact with the Twikey platform programmatically. Follow the steps below to create, configure, and manage your API key(s).
Important
- An API key gives access to your Twikey environment. Handle it with care !
- Only provide the key to trusted systems and personnel. You can grant them access as an admin user.
Create a new API key
- Navigate to Settings in your Twikey menu.
- Navigate to API
- Click New


You can now configure the following settings :
- Base URL: The base endpoint URL used for API requests.
- Description: Add a meaningful description for your key (e.g., “Accounting Integration”).
- Administrator: Select the user responsible for this key. All API requests will be logged under this user.
- Use enhanced security: Creates a secondary token for calculating a 2FA code. Recommended only for advanced users. (Optional)
- Scope: Select which type of webhooks you would like to receive for this key. Read about webhooks on our API documentation.
- Webhook URL: Enter the HTTPS URL where incoming webhooks should be sent. (HTTPS required).
Click Save to finish the configuration and create the API key.
Last Update: 2025-12-29