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# API Key Generation

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After logging into the portal using username and password, the following steps are followed sequentially
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Click on API Definitions > New Key from the left menu. Fill in the information on the appeared screen.

* You can enter a reminder value for the relevant key in the Description field. Example: X ERP Integration, etc.
* The expiration date specifies how long the API key will be valid. You can leave it blank to set it as unlimited.

![Api Key](/files/gjYYRET63oULXxxMuCCb)

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Note: The generated key is displayed only once. Be sure to copy the key and save it to the relevant fields in your applications.
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