How to Create a Bitget API Key for Wick Hunter

Connecting your Bitget account to Wick Hunter allows you to automate your trading securely and efficiently.

Updated over a week ago

Step 1: Log in to Bitget (on Desktop)

Go to https://www.bitget.com
Log in to your account
Hover over your profile icon in the top right
Click API Management

Step 2: Create a New API Key

Click Create API
Choose System-Generated API Key
Add a label like WickHunter
Select API Type: Connect to Third Party App
In the dropdown, choose WickHunter (or type it if it doesn’t show)

Step 3: Set Permissions

Set the following permissions:

Enable:
- Read
- Trade (required to place orders)
Do not enable:
- Withdrawals
- Assets Transfer

Wick Hunter only requires trading access and does not need withdrawal permissions for security reasons.

Step 4: Complete Security Verification

Enter your email code
Enter your 2FA (Google Authenticator) code
Click Confirm

Once verified, Bitget will generate your API key.

Step 5: Copy Your API Key & Secret

Copy the API Key and Secret
Save them securely — the API Secret will only be shown once

Step 6: Connect to Wick Hunter

Open Wick Hunter
Click Connect Exchange
Select Bitget
Choose Manual Connect
Paste your API Key and Secret
Name your connection (e.g., “Bitget – WickHunter”)
Click Connect

Done!

You’ve successfully connected your Bitget account to Wick Hunter. You can now begin automating trades, managing bots, and maximizing your strategy.

Common Troubleshooting

Ensure Read/Trade is enabled (but not Withdraw)
Some Bitget API keys may be region-restricted — check IP settings if needed
You can delete and re-create the API key if something goes wrong

Need help? Message our support team anytime — we’ll help you connect in minutes.