An Orion API key works by providing a secure way to authenticate and authorize API requests. When a developer requests access to the Orion API, they are assigned a unique API key. This key is then included in the API request header, allowing the Orion API to verify the authenticity of the request.
: Navigate to the API Keys section on the left-hand sidebar of the First Orion Portal and click Generate Key [3]. Orion Api Key
Do not paste your API key directly into your source code. If you push that code to a public GitHub repository, bots will scrape the key within minutes. Instead, use environment variables: An Orion API key works by providing a
The Orion API key has several use cases: : Navigate to the API Keys section on
export ORION_API_KEY="orion_sk_live_xxxxxxxxxxxxx"
: The key acts as a "password" that identifies your account and subscription level (Free vs. Premium) when your apps communicate with Orion's database.