Authentication and Authorization
Last updated September 16, 2024
Securely accessing Iverify's API requires proper authentication and authorization. This guide outlines the authentication process and authorization mechanisms used to ensure that only authorized applications and users can access sensitive data and functionalities.
Authentication
- API Key and Secret: When you create a project on the Iverify platform, you are provided with a unique API key and secret. These credentials are essential for authenticating your requests to the Iverify API.
- Authentication Endpoint: Initiate the authentication process by making an HTTP request to the designated authentication endpoint. Provide your API key and secret within the request body or headers as required.
- Access Token Generation: The Iverify API will validate your credentials. If successful, it will issue an access token that grants your application temporary access to the API for a specified period.
- Authentication Token Expiration: The access token has a specific lifetime. You will need to refresh the token periodically by repeating the authentication process or utilize refresh tokens to seamlessly extend the access duration.
Authorization
- Scope and Permissions: The granted access token includes specific scopes and permissions, defining the actions your application is authorized to perform. This controls access to specific API endpoints and data.
- API Endpoint Access: Each endpoint within the Iverify API may require particular scopes for access. Ensure your application has the necessary permissions to interact with specific endpoints and data.
- Role-Based Access Control (RBAC): Iverify may implement RBAC, where different users or applications have varying levels of access based on their roles within the platform. This enforces a granular control over API access.
- Token Validation: When making requests to the Iverify API, include the access token in the request headers. The platform will validate the token to ensure its validity and the associated permissions before granting access.
Best Practices
- Store Credentials Securely: Never hardcode your API key and secret within your application code. Instead, securely store them in configuration files or environment variables.
- Use HTTPS: Always use HTTPS to encrypt your API communication and protect sensitive data.
- Rate Limiting: Be mindful of rate limits imposed by the Iverify API to prevent excessive API calls and ensure fair usage.
- Error Handling: Implement robust error handling mechanisms within your application to gracefully manage authentication failures, authorization issues, and other API errors.
- Regularly Update Security: Actively monitor for security vulnerabilities and update your code and integration methods as necessary to maintain a secure connection to the Iverify API.
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