Personal Access Token
Overview
ClearFeed's Personal Access Token (PAT) is a bearer token that provides authentication for users when making API calls. It offers a secure way to access and manage resources without exposing your primary credentials.
Key Facts
Not Present By Default: The PAT is not generated automatically for users. It must be manually created.
One Token Per User: At any given point in time, only one token is available per user.
Deletion and Regeneration: If there are concerns about security or if a token is misplaced, it can be deleted and a new one can be generated.
Creating your Personal Access Token
Go to the Developer Settings page and click on Generate Token to create a new token.
Using your Personal Access Token
When making API calls to ClearFeed, include the token in the Authorization header of your request:
Replace YOUR_PERSONAL_ACCESS_TOKEN with the token you generated.
Deleting & Regenerating your Token
If you ever feel your token has been compromised, or you want to generate a new one:
Go to Developer Settings page.
Click on the delete icon against the existing token.
Generate a new one if required.
Security Considerations
Never Share: Treat your personal access token like a password. Do not share it, expose it in client-side code, or store it in insecure locations.
Regular Rotation: For added security, consider periodically deleting and regenerating your token.
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