# 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&params={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]]