Get an API Key

Ways to generate API Key

We offer two ways to generate API Key:

1. 3Commas system generated

Works in a symmetric encryption method. A Secret Key will be provided to you. Please keep this Key secure and treat it like your password. Do not share the Key with any third parties.

2. Self generated

Works in a RSA asymmetric encryption method. You will have to create your ow Public and Private Keys via software. Then you will only have to provide the Public Key.

We recommend a second way because it's most secure method to connect your apps.

How to get an API Key

To create and manage an API Key, sign in to 3Commas and select 3Commas API from the right-side menu.

On the page, click the New API access token button and select the method for generating the API Key. Then, complete the form fields. If you select Self-generated, you need to provide an RSA Private Key.

For instructions on how to generate an RSA Private Key, refer to the article How to create an RSA Key pair.

Select the appropriate permissions for the API Key and create your API Key.

After creating an API Key, store the information securely.