Rest API - Authentication and Authorization
Which of the following is the correct way to send an API key in an HTTP request header?
Which of the following is the correct way to send an API key in an HTTP request header?
easy📝 Syntax Q12 of Q15
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Identify common header names for API keys
Many APIs use the header 'X-API-KEY' to send the API key securely.Step 2: Differentiate from other header formats
'Authorization: Bearer' is for tokens, not API keys; 'Api-Key' and 'Key' are less standard.Final Answer:
X-API-KEY: YOUR_API_KEY -> Option DQuick Check:
Standard header = X-API-KEY [OK]
Quick Trick: API keys usually go in 'X-API-KEY' header [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES- Using 'Authorization: Bearer' for API keys
- Sending API key as 'Key' header
- Confusing API key with OAuth token
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