Authentication
Datazone provides secure authentication methods for accessing its APIs and services.API Key Authentication
Obtaining an API Key
- Log into your Datazone account
- Navigate to Settings > API Keys
- Click “Generate New Key”
- Save the key securely - it won’t be shown again
Using API Keys
Include the API key in your requests:API Key Best Practices
- Keep keys secure and never expose them in client-side code
- Rotate keys regularly
- Use different keys for different environments
- Limit key permissions to only what’s needed
Role-Based Access Control
Available Roles
- admin: Full access to all resources
- read_only: Read-only access to resources
Error Handling
Common Authentication Errors
| Status Code | Description | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| 401 | Invalid API key | Verify key is correct and active |
| 403 | Insufficient permissions | Check required roles |
| 429 | Rate limit exceeded | Implement backoff strategy |