API Keys

Learn how to manage and use your API keys with CXTools.

Getting Your API Key

API keys are available to Pro users and are used to authenticate requests to our AI services. To get your API key:

  1. Log in to your CXTools account
  2. Navigate to Dashboard > AI Settings
  3. Click "Generate API Key"
  4. Copy and securely store your API key

Important Security Notes

  • Never share your API key or commit it to version control
  • Rotate your API key if you suspect it has been compromised
  • Use environment variables to store API keys in your applications

Using Your API Key

Your API key is used to authenticate requests to our AI services. Here's how to use it:

In the Dashboard

Once configured in AI Settings, your API key will be automatically used for:

  • IVRchitect AI suggestions
  • SpeechSmith AI grammar analysis
  • Other AI-powered features

In API Requests

When making direct API requests, include your API key in the Authorization header: 

Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY

API Key Management

Rotating Keys

To rotate your API key:

  1. Go to Dashboard > AI Settings
  2. Click "Rotate API Key"
  3. Confirm the action
  4. Update your applications with the new key

Usage Monitoring

Monitor your API usage in the dashboard:

  • Total requests made
  • Requests by endpoint
  • Error rates
  • Usage trends

Need a Pro Account?

Upgrade to Pro to access our AI-powered features and get your API key.

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