> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.upzelo.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.upzelo.com/integrations/payment-providers/api.md).

# API

Integrate your custom solution with Upzelo

## How to connect to Upzelo using the API

Head over to the [Integrations](https://upzelo.com/app/integrations) page in the Setup menu on the bottom left of the dashboard, you will be presented with a list of Integrations that Upzelo offers.

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Start by clicking the `Connect` button underneath the API card. To enable write access with the API, click on `Activate API`.

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After pressing `Save`, a button will appear that when clicked will take you to create your API keys.

## Creating an API Key

On the `API Keys` page of the Developer section, you will be presented with your `App ID`. This is used in the headers sent to the Upzelo API.

Get started by clicking `Create an API Key`. Enter a name for your API Key and select the appropriate permissions for the key.

Once you have created your API Key, head over to the [API Documentation](https://upzelo.com/api/docs) to get started implementing Upzelo with your system.