# API Keys

API keys authenticate requests to your generated dataset endpoints.

# Creating a Key

  1. Go to the API Keys page in the dashboard
  2. Click "Generate API Key"
  3. Give it a name and select a project
  4. Copy the key — it is only shown once

# Key Format

Keys follow the format fcsk_ followed by a 64-character hex string.

Example: fcsk_a1b2c3d4e5f6...

# Using a Key

Include the key in the X-Api-Key header:

curl -H "X-Api-Key: fcsk_your_key" https://api.firecsv.com/v1/data/{dataset-id}

# Revoking a Key

Keys can be revoked from the API Keys page. Revoked keys are immediately invalidated.