Step 4: Generating API Keys
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API keys are required to access any APIs offered by FastGST.

Your Dashboard
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Open the dashboard and locate "Usage & API Keys."

.. image:: ../images/Dashboard.png
   :alt: FastGST Dashboard
   :align: center

Goto API Keys Section
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Go to the API Keys section and click on "Generate New Key."

.. image:: ../images/APIKeys.png
   :alt: API Keys Management
   :align: center

Generate API Key
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Enter a name for the key and click the "Generate" button.

.. note::
   It is recommended to use environment-specific names for API keys, such as "Production," "Staging," or "Development."

.. warning::
   An API key can be viewed only once when it is generated. Make sure to securely store the API key immediately after generation.

.. image:: ../images/GenerateAPIKey.png
   :alt: Generate API Key
   :align: center

.. raw:: html

   <div style="height:30px"></div>