Using Cloudways API
Last updated June 12, 2024
The Cloudways API allows you to automate and manage your Cloudways servers and applications programmatically. Follow this step-by-step guide to get started with the Cloudways API.
Getting Started with Cloudways API
- Sign in to your Cloudways account.
- Navigate to the API section from your account settings.
- Generate an API key that will be used for authentication in your API requests.
Making API Requests
- Install a REST client (e.g., Postman) to make API requests.
- Set up your REST client with the base URL: `https://api.cloudways.com/api/v1`.
- Add your API key to the request headers for authentication.
Example: Retrieving Server List
- Use the GET method to request the server list.
- Endpoint: `/server/list`.
- Make sure to include your API key in the headers.
- Send the request and review the response containing your server information.
Conclusion
Utilize the API to automate various aspects of server management, making your development workflow more efficient. Explore the full API documentation provided by Cloudways for advanced features and functionalities.
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