# get Api key

{% hint style="info" %}
**Hint:** Secure your API key for authentication!
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## How to get my API key

API requests are authenticated using API keys. Any request that doesn't include an API key will return an error.

You can generate an API key from your Dashboard at any time. To achieve this, simply follow these steps:

1. [Sign in](https://nebulox.io/app/user/login) to your account. If you haven't registered yet, go ahead and [sign up ](https://nebulox.io/app/user/register)today.

2. Navigate to the Gateway section using the left sidebar.

3. On your dashboard, go to the gateway section located in the side menu. Click on the "Create Gateway" button to create your first gateway.<br>

4. Complete basic inputs, including: - [Business Name](#user-content-fn-1)[^1] - [Payment Expiration Time](#user-content-fn-2)[^2] -[ Website URL](#user-content-fn-3)[^3] - [Webhook URL](#user-content-fn-4)[^4] - [upload a Business Logo file](#user-content-fn-5)[^5].<br>

5. In the end, click the "Create Gateway" button. Congratulations! Your first gateway is set up. Copy the generated API key and keep it safe.&#x20;

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Copy and securely save this API key. Note that once saved, you won't have access to it again. In case of loss, you can regenerate a new API key.
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## Summary

Setting up your Webhook URL is crucial to receiving instant notifications about transactions through Nebulox. Ensure that your Webhook URL is configured accurately within Nebulox settings to seamlessly stay informed about any new activities related to your provided address. For further integration using the API, navigate to the Webhook URL page for comprehensive instructions and guidelines.

{% content-ref url="webhook-connection" %}
[webhook-connection](https://docs.nebulox.io/reference/api-reference/webhook-connection)
{% endcontent-ref %}

[^1]: The name you wish to designate for this gateway.

[^2]: The timeframe within which your users are required to settle their orders.

[^3]: Users will return to this page either upon successful payment or in the event of failed payment for their orders.

[^4]:

[^5]: It's up to you, you don't have to if you don't want to.&#x20;