# API Access

## General

In order to access and make use of the API your organization must have a valid NOVA account, API bundle and API key.

## Main entry URL to API & Swagger

The API can be accessed through: <https://api.unisphere.io/>

We also do public a dedicated swagger page acessible under: <https://api.unisphere.io/docs>

## Creating an API key

1. Sign up your organization to NOVA. Skip if you already have an account. The detailed steps are listed [here](/nova/get-started.md).
2. Log into your [NOVA account](https://nova.unisphere.io/login).
3. Under “Settings” , create an API key for your organization.

<figure><img src="/files/XyBeA358VbaWpJb64hIR" alt="API Integration as part of organization settings within NOVA account."><figcaption><p>Browse to API Integration on the Account page</p></figcaption></figure>

<figure><img src="/files/0kOip2kVKB9NbO6uFVlR" alt="An example of three created API keys within NOVA Platform" width="377"><figcaption><p>Create a new API key</p></figcaption></figure>

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The number of API keys is limited 5.
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## Give it a try and check your account status

With the API key you are all set to start using the Endpoints of Unisphere API. Give it a try here:

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[Utilities & Health](/unisphere-apis/utilities-and-health.md)
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