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# Get your access token

## Getting your access token

To access the API you need to authenticate yourself. We are using bearer authentication tokens for this. To get your token, click on your account on the left bottom of the screen and then open the "Edit Profile" menu element:

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In the profile page, scroll down to the API Access section, click on Generate Access Token and copy your token:

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Keep your token securely stored and as secure as your password, because everyone who has access to your token can access the Senseforce platform on your behalf. 
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