Introducing Fine-Grained API Key Scopes
Enhance your security with our new fine-grained API key scopes. Control exactly what each API key can access with granular permissions.
Numi TeamFeature Update
We're rolling out fine-grained API key scopes to give you better control over your API access and enhance security.
What's New
- Granular permissions - Control read/write access per resource
- Scope-based access control - Limit keys to specific operations
- Usage analytics - Track API usage by scope
- OAuth 2.0 integration - Coming Q2 2025
Available Scopes
| Scope | Description | Example Use Case |
|---|---|---|
read:market_data | Read market prices | Display-only dashboards |
write:watchlist | Manage watchlists | Portfolio management apps |
read:historical | Access historical data | Backtesting systems |
admin:all | Full access | Internal tools |
Migration Guide
Existing API keys will continue to work with full permissions. To upgrade:
- Navigate to Dashboard → API Keys
- Click Create New Key
- Select specific scopes
- Replace old keys in your applications
Old permission system → New scope-based system
Security Best Practices
- Use minimal required scopes
- Rotate keys regularly
- Set expiration dates
- Monitor usage patterns
Visit your dashboard to start using scoped API keys today!