> ## Documentation Index
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> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# How to Generate an API Key

> **API (Application Programming Interface)** **key** is a unique identifier that is used to authenticate and authorize your access to your Latchel console. It serves as your security token.

Latchel Property Managers can generate (for the first-time) or regenerate an API key right from the Latchel [console](http://app.latchel.com/)! Keep reading to learn more.

### **How to generate an API Key for the first time?**

On your Latchel dashboard click the initial icon and on the dropdown select **Account Settings.**

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Select the **Integrations** tab from the sub-navigation menu.

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Scroll down to the **API Key** panel, then select **Generate.**

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Click on the eye symbol to view your key. You should copy your key and keep it secure.

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### ****How to re-generate an API key?****

In the same **Integrations** tab.

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Scroll down to the **API Key** panel, and click **Re-Generate API Key.**

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Then click **OK** to generate a new API key.

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