Create your account & get your API key

1.1 Sign Up for an Account

1. Go to the Simpler Grants website

2. Click "Sign In" and create a Login.gov account if you don't have one

3. Complete the account setup process

1.2 Generate Your API Key

1. Log into Simpler.Grants.gov using your Login.gov credentials

2. Navigate to the API Dashboard:

   • Look for "Developer" under the "Community" dropdown on the main navigation

   • Select "Manage API Keys" on the "Developer" page

3. Create your first API key:

   • Select the "Create API Key" button

   • Give it a name like "My First API Key" or "Testing Key"

   • Click "Create API Key"

4. Get ready to use your key:

   • Copy the generated key (it looks like: abcd1234efgh5678ijkl9012mn)

   • The key is exactly 25 characters long

💡 Pro Tip: Treat your API key like a password. Don't share it publicly or commit it to version control!

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