Getting API Access
Welcome to SpringerNature's APIs! This guide will walk you through the steps to set up your account, access your API key, and make your first request. Whether you're a basic or premium user, you'll be able to tap into SpringerNature’s vast academic resources through our APIs.
Sign Up for an API Account
To start using the SpringerNature APIs, you'll need to create an account on our Developer Portal
- Visit the Developer Portal: Go to dev.springernature.com
- Sign Up: Click on the "Sign Up" button at the top right corner of the page.
- Complete Your Information: Enter your details, including name, email, and organization (if applicable).
- Confirm Your Email: Check your inbox for a confirmation email. Click the link to activate your account.
Once your account is activated, you can log in and access your API key.
Access Your API Key
As a Basic user, you can access a single API key in the API management section of your account. This API key must be used in all your requests.
- Log In: Once your account is activated, log in to the Developer Portal and complete mandatory steps.
- Go to API Management: Navigate to the “API Management” section in your user dashboard.
- View Your API Key: Your API key will be displayed in the API management section. Copy this key, as you will need to include it in every API request.
Note: Basic users are provided with a single API key. Premium users, however, can generate multiple API keys for different projects or team members.
Generate Multiple Keys (For Premium Users)
If you’re a Premium user, you have additional capabilities:
Generate Multiple API Keys: Premium users can generate and manage multiple API keys for different projects or team members. This is particularly useful for organizations with multiple developers or research teams.
To generate multiple API keys:
- Log In: Go to the Developer Portal and log into your account.
- Navigate to API Management: In the API management section, click on "Generate New API Key."
- Create Keys for Multiple Projects: You can create multiple API keys to differentiate between projects or user groups.