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

# API Keys

> Generate and manage authentication keys to authenticate your requests when using the Heyy API.

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<Note>
  Go to [**Settings > API Keys**](https://app.heyy.io/settings/api-keys) to manage your API keys.
</Note>

## Creating API Keys

To integrate Heyy with third-party applications, follow these steps:

<Steps>
  <Step title="Create Key">
    Click the **+ Create API key** button.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Name Your Key">
    Enter a descriptive name to identify the integration (e.g., "CRM Integration" or "Website Bot").
  </Step>

  <Step title="Save Your Token">
    Copy the generated API key immediately.

    <Warning>
      For security, this key is only displayed once. If lost, you must delete the entry and generate a new key.
    </Warning>
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Security Best Practices

To keep your account secure, follow these guidelines:

* **Never share keys**: Do not share API keys publicly or commit them to version control repositories.
* **Rotate periodically**: Update your keys regularly to reduce security risks.
* **Deactivate unused keys**: Delete any keys that are no longer required for active integrations.
* **Use unique keys**: Assign a different key to each third-party tool for better tracking and security.

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### API Reference

For a full list of endpoints and integration guides, visit our [API Documentation](/api-reference).