Security Best Practices
Protect your API keys and data when using WebLinq.API Key Security
Environment Variables
Store API keys securely:Key Rotation
Regularly rotate your API keys:- Generate new key in dashboard
- Update your applications
- Test thoroughly
- Delete old key
Request Validation
URL Validation
Always validate URLs before making requests:Input Sanitization
Sanitize user inputs before processing:Response Handling
Secure Content Processing
Validate API responses before using them:Content Filtering
Filter potentially malicious content:Error Handling
Never expose sensitive information in error messages:Access Control
Server-Side Proxy
Never call WebLinq API directly from client-side code:Rate Limiting
Implement request rate limiting in your application:Security Checklist
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Secure API Keys
Store in environment variables, never in code
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Validate Inputs
Check URLs and sanitize all user inputs
3
Use Server-Side Proxy
Never expose API keys to client-side code
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Implement Rate Limiting
Protect your endpoints from abuse
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Monitor Usage
Track API usage and watch for anomalies
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Regular Key Rotation
Rotate API keys periodically
