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How do I securely store my WooCommerce API keys


To securely store your WooCommerce API keys, follow these steps:

1. Use a Secure Password Manager:
- Store your API keys in a secure password manager like LastPass, 1Password, or KeePass. These tools provide robust encryption and secure storage for sensitive data[3].

2. Use Environment Variables:
- Store API keys as environment variables in your application configuration files. This approach ensures that sensitive data is not hardcoded in your code and is more secure[3].

3. Use Secure Storage Options:
- Utilize secure storage options like AWS Secrets Manager, Google Cloud Secret Manager, or Azure Key Vault. These services provide robust encryption and access controls for sensitive data[3].

4. Limit Access:
- Limit access to your API keys by controlling permissions and access levels. Ensure that only authorized users or services have access to the keys[3].

5. Regularly Review and Rotate Keys:
- Regularly review and rotate your API keys to minimize the risk of unauthorized access. This includes regularly generating new keys and updating your applications to use them[3].

6. Use HTTPS:
- Ensure that all API connections use HTTPS to encrypt data transmitted between your store and users. This prevents interception by third parties and keeps your API credentials secure[3].

By following these steps, you can securely store your WooCommerce API keys and protect your store's data from unauthorized access.

Citations:
[1] https://stackoverflow.com/questions/72773462/woocommerce-api-key-how-to-store-safely
[2] https://woocommerce.com/document/settings-2/
[3] https://10web.io/blog/how-to-use-woocommerce-api/
[4] https://woocommerce.com/document/api-documentation/
[5] https://woolentor.com/doc/how-to-find-woocommerce-consumer-key/