API Key Processes

This section contains documentation specific to requesting and managing API keys.

Overview

API keys are unique alphanumeric values used to identify an application making API requests. API keys allow us to provide API usage metrics and allow our clients to control access to their data at any time.

In the example below, r538c65d7d3rsx2265tvzfje is an API key.

https://api.bazaarvoice.com/privacy/accessRequests/1234?passkey=r538c65d7d3rsx2265tvzfje

To use the Privacy API a developer must request an API key, which will be issued in a pending state until the key has been approved. This process is summarized below:

  1. Developer requests keys through the API option in ⚙️ Gear available on the Bazaarvoice Portal.
  2. Technical administrator enables or disables keys using the Developer Tools available on the Bazaarvoice Portal

Details can be found under API key Management.

Related resources

Refer to these resources for additional information related to API key access and management.

Bazaarvoice Portal knowledge baseLearn about the Bazaarvoice Portal.
Bazaarvoice SupportOur Support team can identify technical contacts who can approve API keys.