¶ Configuring BTCAlpha API Key
To generate an API key in your BTCAlpha account and integrate it with the Tradegrub app, follow these instructions:
¶ Table of Contents
Step 1: Navigate To API Management Screen
Step 3: Add API Key to TradeGrub
¶ Step 1: Navigate To API Management Screen
- Log in to your BTCAlpha account at https://btc-alpha.com.
- Navigate to the API section under your profile settings.
¶ Step 2: Create a New API Key
Please AVOID selecting the "Withdrawal" or "Transfer" options when adding an API key, as these are not needed for our app to operate.
- Click on Create API Key.
- Enter a Label/Name for your API key.
- Set the Permissions you need, such as reading, trading permissions.
- Optionally, set an IP Whitelist to restrict access for additional security.
For Security, it is highly recommended to whitelist specific IP addresses to safeguard your API key.
To whitelist our IP address, refer to the guide - Add Tradegrub IP
Important: Avoid using unrestricted settings, as they significantly reduce account security.
- Complete any required Two-Factor Authentication (2FA).
- Click Generate to create the API Key and Secret Key.
- Save the API Key and Secret Key securely, as the secret key will only be displayed once.