Authentication

Introduction

The Easyship API uses Bearer Authentication (or token authentication). The name “Bearer authentication” can be understood as “give access to the bearer of this token.”

The bearer token is a cryptic string, usually generated by the server in response to a login request. To maintain access, you must send this token in the Authorization header when making requests to Easyship API resources.

Authorization: Bearer <your access token>

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• You'll need an Easyship account to generate an access token. Please login or create an account here

Once you've logged into your account select "Add New" under "Connect"

Next, select "API Integration". You will be prompted to provide a name for your store or integration. Type in the name and click on "Connect"

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Existing integrations

If you would like to use one of our pre-existing integrations or plugins, see our knowledge base for instructions - Connect your store

Now, select Sandbox or Production, and click on the copy icon to add the token to your clipboard.

In this page, you're also able to define the scopes of the token relating to the Easyship account.

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Your API Token

Your API token grants access to your account, so make sure you keep it safe!