# Getting started 1. **Sign Up and Obtain Your API Key** To start using the becard.me API, you need to sign up for an account. Crreate your account on [becard.me/register](https://becard.me/register). Once registered, you'll be able to generate your unique API key. Go after you successfull singend in, to "My Account" -> "API Access"! 2. **Authentication** Authentication is crucial for securing your API requests. You'll need to include your API key in the request headers. Please refer to the "[Authentication](/rest-api/first-steps/authentication.md)" section in this documentation for detailed instructions. 3. **Endpoint** Our API provides a range of endpoints to access different features and data. Learn about available resources and how to interact with them. We currently not supporting SANDBOX Endpoints. {% code title="Production API-Endpoint" %} ```url https://api.becard.me ``` {% endcode %} 4. **Build Your Application** With a solid understanding of the becard.me REST API, you can now begin developing your application. Utilize the API to create innovative solutions that leverage digital business cards and enhance the way people connect. 5. **Get Support** If you encounter issues, have questions, or need assistance during integration, our support team is here to help. Contact us at for prompt assistance. Explore the documentation, experiment with the API, and start creating exceptional user experiences. --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://docs.becard.me/rest-api/first-steps/getting-started.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.