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API Token Management Best Practices

Learn how to manage multiple API tokens securely, implement scoping strategies, rotate tokens safely, and follow production-ready security patterns.

Alex Kumar
December 15, 2025
10 min read

TL;DR

  • Use multiple tokens for different environments (dev/staging/prod) and projects
  • Implement token scoping to limit access to only required APIs
  • Rotate tokens regularly (every 90 days minimum)
  • Never commit tokens to git - use environment variables
  • Set expiration dates and monitor usage for anomalies
  • Use rate limits per token to contain potential abuse

Why Token Management Matters

API tokens are the keys to your AppHighway account. Poor token management can lead to unauthorized access, unexpected costs, and security breaches. This guide covers enterprise-grade practices.

Next Steps

Implement these practices today

Audit Current Tokens

Review all existing tokens in your Dashboard. Revoke unused ones.

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Enable Monitoring

Set up alerts for unusual token usage patterns.

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Security is a Journey

By implementing multi-token strategies, proper scoping, and regular rotation, you'll protect your AppHighway account from unauthorized access.

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API Token Management Best Practices | AppHighway Security Guide