Get an API Access Token

Guides - Get an API Access Token

Your gateway to everything Linode offers: Automate tasks in the Cloud Manager, create Linodes, manage IP addresses, and open support tickets using an intuitive REST API.

Create a Linode account to try this guide with a $100 credit.

This credit will be applied to any valid services used during your first 60 days.

Log in to the Cloud Manager.
Click on your username at the top of the screen and select My Profile.
Select the API Tokens tab:
Click on Add a Personal Access Token and choose the access rights you want users authenticated with the new token to have.
When you have finished, click Submit to generate an API token string. Copy the token and save it in a secure location. You will not be able to view the token through the Cloud Manager after closing the popup.