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Unkey uses an RPC-style API that focuses on actions rather than resources. 
https://api.unkey.com/v2/{service}.{procedure}
Examples:
  • POST /v2/keys.createKey
  • POST /v2/ratelimit.limit

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HTTP methods

All operations use POST. This keeps request patterns consistent and allows complex request bodies.

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Request format

  • Use POST
  • Include Content-Type: application/json
  • Include Authorization header
  • Send parameters as JSON in the request body
curl -X POST "https://api.unkey.com/v2/keys.createKey" \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer root_1234567890" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{
    "apiId": "api_1234",
    "name": "Production API Key"
  }'

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Service namespaces

  • keys
  • apis
  • ratelimit
  • analytics
  • identities
  • permissions

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Benefits

  • Clear intent in endpoint names
  • Natural mapping to code and user intent
  • Better support for complex operations
  • Flexible request structures