> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.otpiq.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Quickstart

> Get started with OTPIQ API in minutes

## Get started with OTPIQ API

Follow these simple steps to start using OTPIQ's API and integrate it into your application.

### Step 1: Get your API key

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion icon="key" title="Access your dashboard">
    1. Go to the [OTPIQ Dashboard](https://app.otpiq.com)
    2. Sign in to your
       account or create a new one
    3. Navigate to your project settings
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="copy" title="Generate API key">
    1. In your project settings, find the "API Keys" section
    2. Click "Generate
       New Key"
    3. Copy your API key and keep it secure

    <Warning>
      **Important**: Store your API key securely and never expose it in
      client-side code or public repositories.
    </Warning>
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

### Step 2: Explore the API reference

<Accordion icon="book" title="Read the documentation">
  Now that you have your API key, head over to our [API
  Reference](/api-reference/introduction) to: - Learn about available endpoints

  * See interactive examples - Understand authentication requirements - Explore
    request/response formats
</Accordion>

### Step 3: Make your first API call

<Accordion icon="rocket" title="Test the API">
  1. Use the examples in our API reference 2. Include your API key in the
     Authorization header 3. Start with simple endpoints to test your integration

  <Tip>
    All API requests require your API key in the Authorization header:
    `Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY`
  </Tip>
</Accordion>

## Next steps

Now that you have your API key and understand the basics, explore these resources:

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="API Reference" icon="code" href="/api-reference/introduction">
    Complete API documentation with all available endpoints and examples.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Endpoint Examples" icon="square-code" href="/api-reference/endpoint/get">
    See practical examples for common API operations.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Dashboard" icon="chart-line" href="https://app.otpiq.com">
    Monitor your API usage and manage your account.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

<Note>
  **Need help?** Contact our support team at
  [info@otpiq.com](mailto:info@otpiq.com) or join our [GitHub
  community](https://github.com/otpiq).
</Note>