Credentials

Credentials are API keys for calling JustDeploy programmatically, handy when an external system or script needs to reach the API directly. Each credential has an Access Key (like a username) and a Secret Key (like a password).

If you want your coding AI to manage JustDeploy, you do not need to create keys. Connect it through MCP with a one-time sign-in.

Creating credentials

Create a new credential from the Credentials page. You can optionally set an expiration date for extra security.

The Secret Key is shown only once when created. Make sure to save it somewhere safe, because you won’t be able to see it again.

Using credentials

To call the API from an external system, send both in one header, joined by a colon:

Header

Authorization: Bearer YOUR_ACCESS_KEY:YOUR_SECRET_KEY

Keys created here can deploy apps and change or delete organization data and settings. Give them only to tools you trust. If deployed code needs database or storage access, use a narrower runtime key registered as a project environment variable. Your coding AI handles this when it follows the deployment guide.