The provided authentication method in the Flowplayer API Documentation, while straightforward, can often be confusing for users unfamiliar with API interactions, especially when using a tool like Postman. The goal of this guide is to provide clear, step-by-step instructions to ensure a smooth setup process.
Step-by-Step Guide
Access your FlowPlayer account and navigate to the workspace settings.
These credentials are essential for authenticating your API requests. They are usually found under the "Setting" section within your workspace settings.
https://app.flowplayer.com/workspace/settings
Open Postman and create a new HTTP request with Adding Authentication Headers:
Click the "Headers" tab > Add two new headers:
- Key: x-flowplayer-site-id; Value: <Your Site ID>
- Key: x-flowplayer-api-key; Value: <Your API Key>
Sending the Request:
GET: https://api.flowplayer.com/platform/v3/videos/
By following these guidelines, you should be able to effectively interact with the FlowPlayer API using Postman.