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To securely interact with the WaAPI service, you’ll need to authenticate each request using an API key. This page covers how to use your API key in the Authentication header to authorize API requests.

Getting Your API Key

1. Step 1: Log in to your WaAPI account.
2. Step 2: Navigate to the API keys settings page in your dashboard.
3. Step 3: Generate a new API key if you have not already, and copy it. Keep it secure—this key gives access to your account and its resources.

Using the API Key in HTTP Requests

To authenticate with WaAPI, add your API key to the request header. Each request to the WaAPI server should include an Authorization header with the following structure:

Important Notes

• Keep the API Key Confidential: Do not share or expose your API key in client-side code, public repositories, or insecure storage. Treat it like a password.
• Use HTTPS: Ensure that all requests to the WaAPI server are made over HTTPS to prevent data interception
• Rotate Keys Regularly: For additional security, consider rotating your API keys periodically and updating your applications accordingly.

By following these steps and securely managing your API key, you can reliably authenticate each request to WaAPI and maintain secure communication between your application and the WhatsApp API.