How to Generate and Use Your API Key for WordPress
The API key is a crucial component of the TapGoods WordPress Plugin, acting as the bridge between your WordPress site and the TapGoods inventory system. Once you have the TapGoods WordPress Plugin installed, you are ready to retrieve your API key. It is essential to ensure that your plugin is installed before you move on to this step!
Your API Key will only be generated once, so it's essential to store it in a safe place once you have it. If you lose your API Key, please contact support@tapgoods.com, and our team will assist you.
In this article, we will cover:
How to Get Your API Key
To get your API key, follow the steps listed below:
- Hover over Admin on the TapGoods PRO menu.
- In Storefront, click on WordPress Plugin.
- On the WordPress Plugin page, click Generate Key.
It is crucial not to navigate away from this page until you have securely saved the key in a secure location. Consider using a password manager or another secure storage method where access is controlled and limited.
How to Use Your API Key to Connect WordPress to TapGoods PRO
Once you have secured your API Key, you can connect the TapGoods WordPress Plugin to TapGoods PRO!
Here’s how:
- Log into your WordPress site and navigate to the TapGoods plugin settings underneath plugins.
- Under Connection, find the input field for the API key and paste the key you have stored.
- Click Connect to establish the connection between your WordPress site and TapGoods.