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# Bitmex API

To create an API Key, go to [here](https://www.bitmex.com/app/apiKeys)

In the window that appears, fill in the following fields:

\- Name

\- Basic access rights

\- 2FA

\- Confirm Create API key

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A window with data will appear:

ID - corresponds to the API Key

Secret - API secret

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