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Getting API Credentials

To use the Chessa API, you’ll need to obtain API credentials. This guide will walk you through the process of getting your API keys. Chessa API Key Screen

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Step 1: Sign Up

Create a Chessa account by visiting chessa.ai and completing the registration process.

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Step 2: Complete KYC

Before you can access API credentials, you’ll need to complete the Know Your Customer (KYC) verification process:
  1. Navigate to the KYC section in your Chessa dashboard
  2. Provide the required identification documents
  3. Wait for verification approval (typically within 24-48 hours)

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Step 3: Create API Keys

Once your account is verified, you can create your API credentials:
  1. Log in to your Chessa dashboard
  2. Navigate to Settings
  3. Select the API tab
  4. Click Create API Key
  5. Name your API key
  6. Copy and securely store your Client ID and Client Secret
Security Notice: Your Client Secret will only be shown once. Make sure to copy and store it securely. If you lose your Client Secret, you’ll need to generate a new one.

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Using Your API Credentials

Once you have your credentials, include them in the headers of all API requests: 
curl -X GET 'https://api.chessa.ai/v1/users' \
-H 'x-client-id: YOUR_CLIENT_ID' \
-H 'x-client-secret: YOUR_CLIENT_SECRET'

API Reference

Explore the complete API reference to start building with Chessa.