How To Fetch Secret & Access Key For Institute?

How To Fetch Secret & Access Key For Institute?

Overview

Fetching Secret & Access Key in Meritto enables secure authentication and API integration with external applications.

  • Secure Authentication: Retrieve keys for safe access to Meritto’s API.

  • Step-by-Step Guide: Follow instructions to obtain the Secret & Access Key.

  • Seamless Integration: Use these keys to connect Meritto with external systems.

This ensures a secure and efficient integration process while maintaining data protection.

Step-by-Step Guide to Fetch Secret & Access Key for Institute

Fetching the Secret Key

  1. Navigate to Settings from the main navigation bar.

  2. Click on Institute Configuration > Manage Registration Fields.

  3. Locate the “</>” (code) icon at the top right corner of the page.

  4. Click on “</>”, and a section labeled Header will appear.

  5. Find the Secret Key in the format:
    secret-key: 0xxxyyyy0

  6. Copy and store the key securely.

Fetching the Access Key

  1. Click on the Settings icon at the top-right corner of any page.

  2. Select Account Setup from the left-hand navigation panel.

  3. Click on API Keys.

  4. Navigate to API Key Management and click Create Access Key.

  5. Provide the required details:

    • Title: Specify where this key will be used.

    • Setup Access: Choose either Full or Partial Access.

    • Additional Settings: Define the start & end date for key validity.

    • End Date: Set a date far in the future (e.g., 31st December 2027).

  6. Click Save to generate the key.

    InfoImportant: The Access Key is displayed only once—copy and store it securely.

Points to Keep in Mind

  • The Secret Key is static and does not change unless manually reset.

  • The Access Key is displayed only once, and there is no way to retrieve it later.

  • Ensure proper access levels when creating an Access Key to prevent unauthorized use.

  • Store these keys securely as they are essential for API authentication.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can securely fetch the Secret Key and Access Key for your institute, enabling seamless API authentication and integration with Meritto. Properly managing these keys ensures data security, prevents unauthorized access, and facilitates efficient communication between Meritto and external applications.



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