TypeAuth provides secure opaque tokens for API authentication. These tokens serve as access credentials for your users and customers, inheriting all security configurations from their associated authentication profiles.

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Token Characteristics

  • Length: Configurable from 32 to 128 characters
  • Format: Opaque, cryptographically secure strings
  • Prefix: Customizable prefix for easy identification (Up to 6 characters)
  • Tags: Up to 3 tags per token for organization and tracking

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Token Format Example

ta_prod_a1b2c3d4e5f6...

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Creating Tokens

Tokens can be generated individually or in bulk through both the dashboard and API.

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Via Dashboard

  1. Navigate to Application section
  2. Click “Create New Token”
  3. Select the amount of tokens to generate
    • Up to 12 through the dashboard
    • Up to 100 over the API
  4. Apply tags (optional)
  5. Generate tokens

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Via API

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Single Token Creation

POST {account_id}/keys/create/{application_id}
Content-Type: application/json

{
  "amount": 64,
  "tags": [
    "customer",
    "environment"
  ]
}

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Token Properties

Tokens inherit properties from their associated authentication profile:

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Inherited Settings

  • Rate limits
  • Token expiration
  • Rate limit refill periods
  • Usage quotas
  • Access restrictions

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Security Best Practices

  1. Token Length
    • Use minimum 64 characters for production
    • Longer tokens for higher security requirements
  2. Token Distribution
    • Secure transmission to end users
    • One token per client/use-case
    • Regular token rotation
  3. Monitoring
    • Track token usage patterns
    • Monitor for suspicious activity
    • Regular audit of active tokens
  4. Tag Management
    • Use consistent tagging schemes
    • Include purpose and environment tags
    • Regular tag cleanup

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Limitations

  • Maximum 3 tags per token
  • Token length: 32-128 characters
  • Maximum 100 tokens per bulk creation
  • Tag value maximum length: 100 characters

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Need Help?

For assistance with token management or configuration, please contact our support team or refer to our API documentation for detailed examples.