---
title: "How to Create an API Key in any forge products"
description: "how to set up API keys"
url: https://help.salesforge.ai/en/articles/10333604-how-to-create-an-api-key-in-any-forge-products
collection: "API & Developers"
updated: 2026-10-20
language: en
---

# How to Create an API Key in any forge products

how to set up API keys

API keys let you securely connect Forge products with external tools, scripts, automations, AI assistants, MCP clients, or custom workflows.

You can generate API keys from the product settings of each Forge app you use. Each product has its own API key, so a Salesforge API key is different from a Mailforge, Infraforge, or Primeforge API key.

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## When do you need an API key?

You may need an API key when you want to:

-   Connect Salesforge with tools like Clay, Persana, Zapier, or other automation platforms
    
-   Build custom workflows using Forge product data
    
-   Automate mailbox, domain, contact, campaign, or infrastructure actions
    
-   Connect AI assistants such as Claude, Cursor, Windsurf, or similar MCP-compatible tools
    

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## Before you start

Make sure you have:

-   An active account in the Forge product you want to connect
    
-   Access to the correct workspace or product account
    
-   API access is enabled on your plan
    
-   Permission to manage settings in that product
    

If you do not see the API section, your account may not have the required permission or API access may not be available on your current plan.

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## How to create an API key in Salesforge, Mailforge, Primeforge and Infraforge

1.  Log in to your account.
    
2.  Go to **Settings**.
    
3.  Open **API** or **API Keys**.
    
4.  Click **Generate API Key**.
    
5.  Copy the API key and store it somewhere safe.
    
6.  Paste the key into the tool, integration, script, or MCP client you want to connect.
    

For some integrations, Salesforge may also show API key generation under a specific integration page, such as **Settings > Integrations > Clay**, **Zapier**, or another partner integration. Salesforge’s Persana integration docs also mention generating a key from **Settings > API Keys**.

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For primeforge, mailforge and Infraforge - UI would be like this

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## Troubleshooting

### I do not see the API section

Check that you are logged into the correct product and workspace. If the API section is still missing, your current role or plan may not include API access.

### My API key is not working

Make sure you are using the correct key for the correct product. Salesforge, Mailforge, Infraforge, and Primeforge each use separate API keys.

Also check for:

-   Extra spaces before or after the key
    
-   Incorrect header name
    
-   Expired or revoked key
    
-   Using a key from the wrong account
    
-   Using a key from the wrong Forge product
    

### I manage multiple client accounts

If you manage multiple accounts, generate API keys separately for each account. Keep the keys clearly labeled so you do not accidentally connect the wrong client’s workspace.

Example:

```javascript
CLIENT_A_SALESFORGE_API_KEY="..."
CLIENT_B_SALESFORGE_API_KEY="..."
```

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## Frequently asked questions

### Can I use one API key for all Forge products?

No. Each Forge product has its own API key. Generate a separate key for Salesforge, Mailforge, Infraforge, or Primeforge, depending on what you want to connect.

### Do I need an API key for every product?

No. You only need API keys for the products you actually use. For example, if you only use Salesforge and Mailforge, you only need those two API keys. Official Forge MCP documentation also notes that tools for unconfigured products will not appear.

### Can I regenerate an API key?

Yes, in most cases you can generate a new key from the API settings page. After generating a new key, update any connected tools or workflows that were using the old key.

### Should I share my API key with support?

Only share sensitive credentials through secure, approved support channels when specifically requested. Never post API keys in public spaces or screenshots.

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## Summary

To create an API key:

1.  Log in to the Forge product you want to connect.
    
2.  Go to **Settings > API**.
    
3.  Click **Generate API Key**.
    
4.  Copy and store the key securely.
    
5.  Use the correct product-specific key in your integration.
    

Salesforge, Mailforge, Infraforge, and Primeforge each require their own API key, so make sure you generate the key inside the correct product before connecting it to your workflow.