An API key safely connects your exchange account to CCXT Terminal, allowing you to view balances and place orders from a single interface without logging into the exchange directly. Activating 2FA (Two-Factor Authentication) is mandatory to add API keys.
Creating an API Key on Binance
Login to your Binance account and go to API Management.
Select Create API, choose the System generated API keys option, and proceed.
Enter a label for your key, and complete the security verification.
Under API restrictions, select Edit restrictions and enable required trading permissions.
Typically, this includes Spot & Margin Trading, Futures, and Options. Keep withdrawals disabled.
Configure IP Access.
Binance blocks trading from unrestricted IPs if Default Security Controls are active. Uncheck the box of this mode in API Management, then set IP access to Unrestricted. Alternatively, to restrict access for mobile use, whitelist your device's static IP.
Copy both the API Key and Secret Key.
Store them securely and never reveal them to anyone.
Adding API Keys to CCXT Terminal
Go to the Balance section.
Press the add icon (+) to connect a new API key.
Paste your Binance API Key and Secret Key into the corresponding fields.
Press Save.
Managing Multiple Keys
You can manage multiple API keys for the same exchange. All added keys appear in a list within the Balance section.
Main Key: Only one API key can be active at a time. The first key added is the main key by default.
Switching Keys: To change the active key, use the list icon or context menu to select Set as Main. The list emphasizes the main key visually.
Deleting Keys: You can delete a key through the context menu. If you delete the main key, the next oldest key becomes the main key.