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I don't know how to use the API?

Posted By w_w_sunnyvale_us

7/18/2008 21:17

Hi.

Guys, I don't know how to use the API?
How does it work?
who can help me on it ?
thanks very much!

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Posted By teamdynadot

7/21/2008 10:27

The first thing you need to do is retrieve your API settings. You need to generate an API key and set the IP address where you will be connecting from:

Where can I find my API settings?

Manage your domains with Dynadot's API! We have all the tools you need to build and use your own software and servers to search for domains, register domains, dropcatch domains, and more.

To find your API settings, please follow these steps:

Sign in to your Dynadot account.
Select "Tools" from the left-side menu bar and click "API" in the drop-down.
Unlock your account using the link provided.
Enter your account password in the provided field and click the "Generate New Key" button.
It should now say "API Enabled: Needs IP Address" above the password field.
Enter the IP address(es) of the devices that will use the API in the "IP Address" section below and click the "Set IP Address" button.
Enter your password above again and click "Get Key."
Your API key will be listed right above the "API Key" section header.
You will need to copy this key in your code.
Finally, don't forget to re-lock your account!

Please note: This feature is not available to new accounts.

From Help Section: Account & Domain Management > API > Where can I find my API settings?

You'll need to use your own software to connect to the API. If you don't have a program, there have been several posted by our customers in this forum:

http://www.dynadot.com/resource/forums/f9-api/

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