How Do I Enable Cloudflare API?

To enable Cloudflare API, you need to create an API token within your Cloudflare dashboard. Here's how:

1. Access Cloudflare Dashboard

• Log in to your Cloudflare account.
• Navigate to the My Profile section.
• Click on API Tokens.

2. Create a New API Token

• Click on Create Token.
• Choose a Name for your token.
• Select the API Permissions you want to grant.
• Click on Create Token.

3. Copy Your API Token

• Your API token will be displayed on the screen.
• Copy the token and store it securely.
• Note: You will only be able to see this token once, so make sure to copy it before closing the window.

4. Utilize Your API Token

• Use your API token to authenticate your API requests.
• Refer to the Cloudflare API documentation for detailed instructions on using your API token for specific requests.

Example:

curl -X GET "https://api.cloudflare.com/client/v4/zones/<ZONE_ID>/dns_records" \
-H "Authorization: Bearer <YOUR_API_TOKEN>" \
-H "Content-Type: application/json"

This example shows how to use your API token to retrieve DNS records for a specific zone.

Remember:

• Never share your API token publicly.
• Store your API token securely to prevent unauthorized access.
• Use the appropriate API permissions for your specific needs.