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API Keys

Adstract uses two types of API keys for Publisher accounts. The type available to you depends on your verification status.

Key types​

Sandbox Key​

Available before verification. Used to integrate the SDK, test your setup, and generate the traffic required for verification eligibility.

Traffic from Sandbox keys is never paid.

See Sandbox Key for full creation and usage instructions.

Billing Key​

Available only after verification is approved. All valid traffic generated with a Billing key is eligible for payment.

See Billing Key for full creation and usage instructions.

Summary​

Sandbox KeyBilling Key
Available before verificationYesNo
Traffic is paidNoYes
PurposeIntegration and traffic proofProduction revenue

Revoking an API key​

To revoke any key type:

  1. Go to the API Keys section of the platform.
  2. Find the key item.
  3. Click Revoke in the far-right action column.

Security note​

  • API keys are shown in full only once at creation time.
  • Store keys securely immediately after creation.

Next steps​