# Get your API key

You can find your API key in the customer view. First, log in to your account. 

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Follow these steps to access your account: [access-your-account](https://docs.realitems.io/realitems-api/account/access-your-account "mention")
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Once logged in, click on the subscription item.

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Your API key will be available under the *API key* section.

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Please keep your API key in a secure place.
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Now that you have your API key, you can jump into the quick start guide.

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[quick-start](https://docs.realitems.io/realitems-api/quick-start)
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