API Keys

The API Keys page, found under Setup in the navigation menu, is only accessible to System Administrators. This page allows you to create and manage API keys for secure access to the Fusion API, eliminating the need for username/password authentication.

API Keys

Overview

API keys provide a secure method for authenticating API requests. They offer several advantages, including:

• Enhanced security: API keys prevent exposure of user credentials.

• Developer-friendly integration: Simplifies access for developers integrating with the Fusion API.

Creating an API key

1. Click the + create new API key link at the top of the page.

2. Enter a name for the API key and specify an Expiration. The expiration determines when the API key will no longer be valid.

3. Click Save to create the API key. A dialog will appear displaying the newly created API key.

New API key

You must copy the API key during this step, as it will not be visible again once the dialog is closed. Only the last 4 characters of the key will be shown in the API Keys table for reference.

Managing API key permissions

Once the API key is created, you can assign permissions by clicking on the Permissions tab in the API Key Details view. For more information on setting permissions, refer to the Permissions documentation.

Deactivating an API key

You can deactivate an API key from the action menu in each row. You can also deactivate the key from the action menu in the upper right corner of the API Key Details sidebar view.

Best practices

• Assign minimal permissions: Only grant the necessary permissions to each API key.

• Rotate API keys: Regularly create new API keys and deactivate old ones to maintain security.