Velveteen API Keys
Updated June 13, 2026
Create API keys in the Developer area: give the key a name, choose its scopes, and copy it once, because the full key is shown only at creation. You can revoke a key at any time, and you can have up to ten active keys.
An API key authenticates your requests. Treat it like a password and store it safely.
Creating a key
- 1
Open the Developer area
Go to Developer in the dashboard and the API Keys tab. - 2
Generate a key
Name the key and select the scopes it should have. - 3
Copy it once
The full key is shown only at creation. Copy it and store it safely before closing the dialog.
Managing keys
Name
A label so you can tell your keys apart.
Scopes
The permissions the key carries, chosen when you create it.
Revoke
Disable a key immediately if it is no longer needed or may be exposed.
Up to ten
You can have up to ten active keys at once. Revoked keys do not count.
Heads up
Frequently asked questions
Where is my full key after creation?+
It is shown only once, at creation. If you did not save it, revoke the key and create a new one.
How many keys can I have?+
Up to ten active keys. Revoking a key frees a slot.
How do I revoke a key?+
Use the revoke action next to the key in the API Keys list. It is disabled immediately.
Do I need to confirm my email?+
Yes. Your email must be confirmed before you can create API keys.
Related articles
Overview
Build on Velveteen: API keys, Bearer authentication, scopes, and the catalog, pitching, and royalty endpoints. Available on the Pro and Label plans.
Authentication
The base URL, the Authorization Bearer header with your key, and where to find the in-app reference and code examples.
Scopes
The six scopes, catalog, pitches, and royalties in read and write form, and how they limit what a key can do.