How to manage API security policies in Xano?

Discover top tips and handy practices to easily manage API security policies in Xano, ensuring solid protection for your smooth and scalable backend services.

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Overview

Navigating API security policies in Xano means creating restrictions and controls to shield your backend services. Set access levels, apply strong authentication methods, and use rate limiting to stop misuse. Grasping how to set these security measures properly keeps your APIs safe from unauthorized access and possible threats while meeting industry standards and best practices. Delve into this procedure to strengthen your API endpoints and protect sensitive data.

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How to manage API security policies in Xano?

Step 1: Access the Xano Dashboard

Log in to the Xano platform using your credentials.
Select the workspace that contains the API endpoints you want to manage.

Step 2: Navigate to API Settings

In the workspace dashboard, find the left-hand menu.
Click on "API" to expand the section.
Select "API Settings" from the expanded menu.

Step 3: Configure Authentication

Under the "API Settings" tab, find and click on "Authentication."
Choose the authentication method that suits your needs (e.g., API keys, OAuth).
If you're using API keys, create a new API key or manage existing ones as needed.
Define the scope and permissions for each API key to restrict access to specific endpoints.

Step 4: Set Up Rate Limiting

Under "API Settings," go to the "Rate Limiting" section.
Enable rate limiting by toggling the switch (if available).
Specify the maximum number of requests allowed per minute or per hour.
Apply the rate-limiting settings to individual routes or globally to all routes.

Step 5: Implement IP Whitelisting

Locate the "IP Whitelisting" section within the "API Settings."
Enable IP whitelisting by toggling the switch.
Add IP addresses that are allowed to access the API.
Specify whether the whitelisting applies globally or to specific endpoints.

Step 6: Enforce Data Validation

Navigate to each API endpoint that requires data validation.
Click on "Edit" to modify the endpoint configuration.
In the "Input Schema" section, define the expected data structure and validation rules.
Save the changes to enforce data validation on incoming requests.

Step 7: Enable Logging and Monitoring

In the "API Settings" section, find "Logging & Monitoring."
Enable logging to record all API requests and responses.
Optionally, set up error monitoring to track and respond to API errors.
Review logs regularly to ensure security and performance standards are maintained.

Step 8: Apply Endpoint-Specific Security Policies

Go to the "Endpoints" section of your workspace.
Select an endpoint to configure.
Click on "Security" to access endpoint-specific security settings.
Define specific security rules such as required authentication, IP restrictions, and validation.
Save the configurations to apply the security policies.

Step 9: Test API Security Policies

Use a tool like Postman or cURL to test the API endpoints.
Ensure that all security measures, such as authentication, rate limiting, and IP whitelisting, function correctly.
Conduct various tests to cover both normal and edge cases.

Step 10: Review and Update Policies Regularly

Regularly review the security policies to keep them up to date with evolving security needs.
Update authentication methods, rate limits, and IP whitelists as required.
Monitor the API usage logs to detect any unusual activity or potential security threats.

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