> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://bytebeam.io/docs/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Introduction to API Keys

API keys enable you to connect our platform directly to your systems, streamlining data flow and automation.

You can generate multiple API keys per project, each associated with a specific role. The assigned role defines the actions and permissions of each API key, allowing you to manage access securely and with precision.

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    You can create an API Key and use it
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  <Card title="Delete an API Key" icon="trash" href="/platform-guide/api-keys/deactivating-an-api-key">
    You can delete the API Keys that are no longer needed.
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