Setting Up Moralis: Getting Started

Whether you are new to blockchain development or a seasoned developer, this guide serves as your gateway to unlocking the potential of seamless blockchain development.

This step-by-step tutorial shows how to set up your Moralis account and get your Moralis API Key.

Step 1: Create Your Account

To begin, create your free Moralis account by visiting the Moralis Dashboard.

Step 2: Get API Key

To begin, you need to get your Web3 API Key, which serves as your access pass to Moralis's suite of services:

1. Log in to your Moralis dashboard.
2. Navigate to your project API Keys section.

Secure Your API Key - Best Practices for Cybersecurity

Protecting your API key is critical in safeguarding your sensitive account information. Adhere to these cybersecurity best practices to ensure optimal API security:

• Restrict Access: Only grant access to authorized users, ensuring secure user management.
• Avoid Version Control Exposure: Exclude the key from any version control systems to prevent unauthorized access and potential data breaches.
• Leverage Secret Management Services: Utilize reputable password managers or secret management services for enhanced security.
• Prevent Public Exposure: Do not embed the secret API key in publicly accessible web applications or forums, mitigating the risk of unauthorized access.

Next Steps

Congratulations! You have successfully set up your Moralis account. Check out the EVM API Referrence to dive deeper.

Additional Resources:

• EVM API Reference
• Solana API Reference
• Streams API Overview
• RPC Nodes Overview
• Moralis Cortex

Happy coding with Moralis!