The Movie Database Support
Support → API Support
API Key
posted by FatlessButtonSTAFFMOD on February 12, 2016 at 4:31 AM
Hi, couple of questions regarding API keys.
Should they be private to the user or are public keys allowed? (E.g in request headers). Where about's on the site can I apply for a commercial key?
Thanks,
Reply by Travis Bell
on February 12, 2016 at 12:56 PM
Hi FatlessButton,
You should try to keep it private but in some circumstances I understand that's near impossible. Our web service is free so there isn't normally much pressure for someone to steal your key.
You can apply for a commercial key from the "API" section from within your account page.
Reply by FatlessButton
on February 15, 2016 at 4:59 AM
Thanks Travis,
Could you send a link to the commercial key application? I can't seem to find it on the aforementioned page.
Reply by Travis Bell
on February 15, 2016 at 12:26 PM
Hi FatlessButton,
When you go through the process to request an API key, you will be presented with 2 options, "Developer" and "Professional". "Professional" is the "Commercial" side.
Cheers.
Reply by FatlessButton
on February 16, 2016 at 4:26 AM
Thanks Travis,
Submitted a new application. :)