# Generate Access Token

Access tokens allows you to securely integrate your applications with Fincart. This token ensures that your API calls are authenticated and linked to your merchant account. Use this guide to generate or retrieve your access token.

## Steps to Generate or Retrieve Your Access Token

* **Log in to the** [**Merchant Portal**](https://fincart.io/login)

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* **Access the Token Management Page**
  * From the top-right corner of the page, click on the profile dropdown menu.
  * Select **Access Token** from the menu options.

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* **Check for an Existing Token**
  * If a token already exists, you will see it displayed on the Access Token page.
  * Click the **Copy** button to copy the token to your clipboard for use in integrations.
* **Generate a New Token (If None Exists)**
  * If no token is available, you will see a **Generate Token** button.
  * Click the button to generate a new access token.
  * The page will display the newly created token. Make sure to copy it.

## Notes

* Each token is unique and associated with a single merchant account.
* If you encounter issues while generating or retrieving your token, please contact support.
* Keep your token secure and avoid sharing it with unauthorized users.
* Tokens are required for all API calls; without a valid token, your requests will fail.


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