# API Registration
## Prerequisites
- Inoreader Pro account (unless developing public apps for unsupported platforms)
- Valid email address
- Agreement to API terms of service
## Registration Process
1. Go to [Inoreader preferences](https://www.inoreader.com/?show_dialog=preferences_dialog¶ms={set_category:%27preferences_developer%27,ajax:true})
2. Click "Create new application"
3. Fill in application details:
- Application name
- Description
- Website (optional)
- Redirect URI (for OAuth)
## Credentials
Upon registration, you'll receive:
### App Credentials
- `App ID`: Unique application identifier
- `App Key`: Secret key for API authentication
### Rate Limits
- `API zone 1 limit`: Daily limit for read operations
- `API zone 2 limit`: Daily limit for write operations
> [!important]
> Keep your App ID and App Key secure. Never share them or commit them to version control.
## Usage Statistics
Monitor your API usage through the developer panel:
- Request counts by zone
- Daily usage patterns
- Rate limit status
- 30-day usage history
## Managing Your Application
### Editing
- Modify application details
- Update redirect URIs
- Change application description
### Deletion
1. Access developer panel
2. Select application
3. Click "Delete Application"
4. Confirm with Inoreader password
### Rate Limit Increases
- Available for public apps
- Contact Inoreader support
- Provide usage justification
## Related
- [[Inoreader OAuth Authentication]]
- [[Inoreader Rate Limiting]]
- [[Inoreader API Endpoint]]