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API Key Rotation Basics
Rotate API keys with minimal downtime
This guide explains rotating API keys: create new keys, update apps/services, run dual-key period if supported, monitor traffic, then revoke old keys and document the rotation date.
- api keys
- rotation
- secrets
- cutover
- downtime
Issue new keys
Generate new keys and store securely.
Update clients
Roll out new keys to apps/services; use env vars or secret stores.
Monitor traffic
Watch for failures during rotation; keep old key briefly if needed.
Revoke and record
Disable old keys and log rotation details for audits.