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# How to get Bing Webmaster Tools API Key

## How to Get an API Key for Bing Webmaster Tools

1. **Sign in** to your Bing Webmaster Tools account. <https://www.bing.com/webmasters>
2. Click on **Settings** (gear icon) at the top right corner.

<figure><img src="/files/WQMFgQoK7swrCSwFZtmf" alt="How to Get an API Key for Bing Webmaster Tools"><figcaption><p>How to Get an API Key for Bing Webmaster Tools</p></figcaption></figure>

2. Select **API Access** from the dropdown menu.
3. Click on **API Key**.

<figure><img src="/files/vcGTB8qzXHFPGUsHcCsF" alt="Getting Access to the Bing Webmaster Tools API"><figcaption><p>Getting Access to the Bing Webmaster Tools API</p></figcaption></figure>

4. Once the key is generated, copy and safely store your new API key.

<figure><img src="/files/ZB5I3PAb5shCdxH7wP9Y" alt="GSCTool.com: Bing Webmaster API"><figcaption><p>GSCTool.com: Bing Webmaster API</p></figcaption></figure>

## **Lost or Compromised API Key**

If you believe your API key has been compromised or lost:

1. Navigate to the **Bing Webmaster Tools** and select **Webmaster API**.
2. Click on **Delete** next to your compromised API key.
3. After deletion, click **Generate** to create a new API key.

**Note:** Deleting your old API key will disable all applications using it. Remember to update them with your new API key to restore functionality.


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