Authorization

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Overview

The Fireflies API implements token-based authentication, which ensures that only authorized users can access certain data and functionalities.

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Token-Based Authentication

We use a standard bearer token authentication mechanism. This means that to make authorized requests to the API, you must include an Authorization header with a valid token.

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Acquiring a Token

Follow these steps to obtain your API key for the Fireflies API:

1. Log in to your account at fireflies.ai
2. Navigate to the Integrations section
3. Click on Fireflies API
4. Copy and store your API key securely

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Making an Authenticated Request

To make an authenticated request, add the Authorization header followed by the word Bearer and your API key.

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Example of an Authenticated Request Header

Authorization: Bearer your_api_key

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Example request with Authorization header

 curl \
   -X POST \
   -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
   -H "Authorization: Bearer your_api_key" \
   --data '{ "query": "{ user { name integrations } }" }' \
   https://api.fireflies.ai/graphql

Ensure to replace your_api_key with your actual API key.

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Best Practices for Token Security

• Keep it Secret: Treat your API key like a password. Never expose it in client-side code or share it publicly.
• Store Securely: Store the API key securely in your application, ideally in environment variables or secure storage solutions.

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Troubleshooting

• Invalid key: If you receive an error regarding an invalid API key, verify that the API key hasn’t expired and that it’s correctly included in the request header.
• Missing key: Ensure that the Authorization header is present in your requests requiring authentication.

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Additional Resources