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Twitter API key:
how to get it easily?

Intro
Twitter is a platform that aims to create easy-to-read content for our high-tech modern world and to spread information quickly. It grows up fast. The quantity of users has increased exponentially over the past 10+ years, and at the end of 2020, Twitter had more than 330 million monthly active users. To get data from Twitter, you need Twitter API. It is the basis of all programmatic interactions with Twitter.

In this guide, we will tell you about the crucial point of Twitter API – the Twitter API key. You will find out what it is for and compare the process of getting the Twitter API keys from the official Twitter and Data365. Also, we ensure you with the information to start using our Twitter API.

What is an API key for Twitter?

For the Twitter API, we apply API key-based authentication. An API key Twitter is a token that a client provides when making API calls. It confirms that you are a Data365 service user and ensure you with access to the API.

The Twitter API key is specified in the query line as the access_token parameter. For example,
https://api.data365.co/v1.1/twitter/search/post/update?access_token={ACCESS_TOKEN}

You need not provide any additional information to get Twitter API authentication.

What is an API key for Twitter?

For the Twitter API, we apply API key-based authentication. An API key Twitter is a token that a client provides when making API calls. It confirms that you are a Data365 service user and ensure you with access to the API.

The Twitter API key is specified in the query line as the access_token parameter. For example,
https://api.data365.co/v1.1/twitter/search/
post/update?access_token={ACCESS_TOKEN}

You need not provide any additional information to get Twitter API authentication.

Get the API key Twitter: a step-by-step guide

Let's look for the main stages to get the Twitter API key with Data365.
At first, you should leave a request on the page https://data365.co/contact. Please, take in mind that you should provide a valid email address so that we can contact you.

A sample request screenshot you can see below:
After that, our team representative will assign a call during which you can discuss the details of the Twitter API use. The main goal is to clarify your business features. The crucial point is to identify the amount of data you need, at what speed, etc.
After the call, we send a letter with all the information necessary to start using our Twitter API. The primary is the API key for Twitter which ensures you access the Twitter platform.

Also, we send you a Postman collection with ready-made requests to all endpoints to help you obtain Twitter data. We provide you with a shortlist of data that you can obtain through our Twitter API. If you need, you can get links to our documentation with all information you may require to set up the process of getting data from Twitter and show you where to insert the API keys Twitter in the requests.

Keep in mind that you have an opportunity to test our Twitter API, and also, we can help you to integrate it into your application.
Then Data365 managers send you an email, in response to which you can tell us in more detail about your business needs.

A letter screenshot that you will get can be found below:

How to get Twitter API keys with the official API?

Like other social media, the Twitter platform also exposes its own API to enable developers to access their functionalities and integrate their features into applications.

Now we have briefly look how to get the official Twitter API key.
At first, you should sign up for a developer account. Then you will create a project and an associated developer app. After you have access, you will be able to find or generate the credentials within your developer app. The first one is the API key and secret. The next is user access tokens which represent the app owner. If you would like to make requests on behalf of another user, you will need to use another flow for them to authorize you. And last but not least is the app access token to request an endpoint.

You should note that your keys and tokens will only display once in the developer portal, so it is principal to keep these credentials safe as soon as you develop them. Because if you lose or forget the keys and tokens, you will need to recreate them, which generates new Twitter API credentials and invalidates the previous ones. So, you will have to update any integrations that you may have set up with your prior credentials.

Now you know how to get the Twitter API key in every detail. Gain Twitter API keys with Data365, and let's make your first Twitter API request! We provide tutorials on how to use Twitter API to help you get started. Please note we've also created a helpful Resources page to assist you in navigating documentation.

Conclusion

We can conclude that Data365 suggests a much easier procedure for obtaining an access token to Twitter than an official Twitter API. You can get comprehensive data with no complementary acting. Moreover, we provide reliable support throughout the entire period of our API use.

So hopefully, this article will help you make the right choice on how to get the Twitter API key. We are deeply convinced that Data365 Twitter API is a great option to do it.