> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.sinkove.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# API Keys Management

> Manage your API keys for programmatic access to Sinkove

## Overview

API keys provide programmatic access to Sinkove services through our REST API and Python SDK. Use API keys to authenticate requests and automate dataset generation and management workflows.

## Generating API Keys

To create a new API key:

1. **Navigate to Profile**: Log in to your Sinkove account and go to **Profile (top right corner) > API Keys**
2. **Generate Key**: Click **Generate API Key** to create a new API key
3. **Secure Storage**: Copy and securely store your API key immediately

<Warning>
  The API key is only visible for a short time after generation. If you lose it,
  you can generate a new one.
</Warning>

See image below:

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/sinkove/z-JK1tEq8IaQCYVy/images/api-key-code.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=z-JK1tEq8IaQCYVy&q=85&s=cc2586879ac2be2be65cc419ae34c7fb" alt="API Keys" width="2422" height="1548" data-path="images/api-key-code.png" />

## Using API Keys

### Python SDK Authentication

```python theme={null}
import sinkove as sk

# Initialize client with your API key
client = sk.client("your_API_KEY_here")

# Your API key is now ready for use
datasets = client.list_datasets()
```

### REST API Authentication

Include your API key in the request headers:

```bash theme={null}
curl -X GET "https://api.sinkove.com/datasets" \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer your_API_KEY_here" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json"
```

<Tip>
  Store your API key in environment variables for better security:

  ```bash theme={null}
  export SINKOVE_API_KEY="your_api_key_here"
  ```

  Then reference it in your code:

  ```python theme={null}
  import os
  import sinkove as sk

  api_key = os.getenv("SINKOVE_API_KEY")
  client = sk.client(api_key)
  ```
</Tip>

## Best Practices

### Security

* **Environment Variables**: Store API keys in environment variables, not in code
* **Rotate Regularly**: Generate new API keys periodically and deactivate old ones
* **Principle of Least Privilege**: Use separate API keys for different applications when possible

### Usage

* **Error Handling**: Implement proper error handling for authentication failures
* **Rate Limiting**: Respect API rate limits to ensure reliable service
* **Monitoring**: Monitor API key usage through your dashboard

## Troubleshooting

### Common Issues

**Invalid API Key Error**

* Verify the API key is copied correctly without extra spaces
* Ensure the API key hasn't been revoked or expired
* Check that you're using the correct authentication format

**Permission Denied**

* Confirm your account has the necessary permissions
* Verify the API key is associated with the correct account
* Contact support if permissions issues persist

### Getting Help

If you experience issues with API key authentication:

* Review the [API Reference](/api-reference/introduction) for authentication details
* Check your account dashboard for API key status
* Contact support at [support@sinkove.com](mailto:support@sinkove.com) for assistance

<Card title="Ready to Use Your API Key?" icon="code" href="/python-sdk">
  Learn how to use your API key with our Python SDK
</Card>

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