> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://dvaultdocs.dukka.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# API Keys

> Manage and secure your API keys for the Dukka Wallet Service

# API Keys

## Overview

API keys are used to authenticate your requests to the Dukka Wallet Service API. This guide explains how to generate, manage, and secure your API keys.

## Generating API Keys

### Requirements

* Active Dukka account
* Access to the Dukka dashboard
* Proper permissions

### Steps to Generate

1. Log in to your Dukka dashboard
2. Navigate to API Settings
3. Click "Generate New API Key"
4. Configure key permissions
5. Save the key securely

## Key Management

### Best Practices

* Store keys securely
* Rotate keys regularly
* Use different keys for different environments
* Monitor key usage
* Implement proper access controls

### Key Types

* Production keys
* Sandbox keys
* Test keys
* Development keys

## Security

### Key Protection

* Never expose keys in client-side code
* Use environment variables
* Implement proper key storage
* Monitor key usage
* Implement proper access controls

### Key Rotation

* Regular key rotation
* Proper key retirement
* Key backup procedures
* Emergency key revocation

## Usage

### Authentication

* Include key in request headers
* Use proper authentication methods
* Implement proper error handling
* Monitor authentication failures

### Headers

```
X-API-KEY: your_api_key_here
```

## Monitoring

### Usage Tracking

* Monitor key usage
* Track API calls
* Monitor for suspicious activity
* Implement proper logging

### Alerts

* Usage thresholds
* Suspicious activity
* Authentication failures
* Rate limiting

## Support

If you need help with API keys:

1. Check the [documentation](/api/authentication)
2. Contact [support](mailto:support@dukka.com)
3. Report issues on [GitHub](https://github.com/dukka/dukka-wallet-service/issues)

## Additional Resources

* [Authentication Guide](/api/authentication)
* [Security Guidelines](/api/security)
* [Developer Guide](/getting-started)
* [API Reference](/api/account)