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# How to set up your API
Setting up API access in Equipme is a simple and essential step to integrate and automate processes efficiently. The API allows for smooth data exchange and interactions between your system and Equipme, making it a vital tool for scaling operations.
To begin, log into Equipme and navigate to the **settings** section, where you will find the **Integration** menu. Here, you will see the tab for **API** integration.
Once you’ve accessed the API-KEY tab, you can generate a new API key by simply clicking on the **Create API Key** button. Equipme allows you to set a specific expiration period for the key, though it is generally recommended to avoid unlimited durations. Having a set expiration ensures that your API keys are regularly updated, which is an important practice for maintaining security.
It is crucial to note that once the API key is generated, you must copy and store it in a secure place immediately. Equipme does not allow you to view the key again after you exit the API page. Should you lose the key, you would need to create a new one. This behavior is standard for API security across most platforms.
[**Equipme Documentation**](https://api.equipme.io/docs/suppliers/index.html)
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