Application Access Tokens
Secure enterprise blockchain applications with SettleMint's Application Access Tokens. Implement zero-trust security, enable automated API access, and scale authentication for production blockchain services with enterprise-grade token management.
Enterprise Application Access Tokens
Business Impact
ROI Metrics: Organizations using SettleMint's Application Access Tokens achieve 95% reduction in authentication complexity, 90% faster API integration, and 99.9% uptime for production blockchain services.
Enterprise API Security Platform
SettleMint's Application Access Tokens provide enterprise-grade authentication for secure service-to-service communication across blockchain applications. These application-level credentials represent your entire application rather than individual users, enabling automated API access, zero-trust security architecture, and scalable authentication for production environments.
Enterprise Value Proposition
Security & Compliance
- Zero-trust authentication for application-level security
- Granular scope control for precise access management
- Enterprise audit trails for compliance reporting
- Automated token rotation for enhanced security posture
Operational Excellence
- Service-to-service authentication without user intervention
- Scalable API access for high-volume production workloads
- Flexible expiration policies for security and operational balance
- Multi-service connectivity with centralized token management
Core Business Benefits
Seamless Service Integration
- Application-level tokens eliminate user dependency for automated processes
- Service-to-service authentication enables 24/7 operational workflows
- API integration simplifies enterprise system connectivity
- Automated workflows maintain security without manual intervention
ROI Impact: 90% faster enterprise integration deployment
Advanced Security Controls
- Granular scope management limits access to specific services
- Time-based expiration policies enforce security best practices
- Comprehensive audit logging tracks all token usage
- Enterprise-grade encryption protects token transmission
ROI Impact: 95% reduction in security breach risk
High-Performance Authentication
- Centralized token management scales across enterprise applications
- Load-balanced authentication supports millions of API calls
- Flexible scope configuration adapts to changing business requirements
- Production monitoring ensures continuous service availability
ROI Impact: 99.9% authentication service uptime
Enterprise Token Creation Process
Secure Token Generation
Enterprise Security: SettleMint's token creation process implements industry-standard security practices with automated encryption, audit logging, and compliance controls for production environments.
Access Token Management
Navigate to your application dashboard and access App Access Tokens from the enterprise navigation panel to begin creating production-ready authentication tokens.
Initialize Token Creation
Click "Add an application access token" to open the enterprise token configuration form with advanced security options.
Configure Token Parameters
- Token Name: Assign a descriptive identifier for enterprise tracking and management
- Expiration Policy: Set strategic expiration dates based on security policies (non-modifiable after creation)
- Scope Configuration: Choose between comprehensive or granular access control
Define Access Scope
Comprehensive Access Strategy
- Grants access to all current and future application services
- Automatic service inclusion for seamless scaling
- Ideal for enterprise automation and system integration
- Reduces administrative overhead for dynamic environments
Granular Security Control
- Selective service access for zero-trust architecture
- Precise scope definition for compliance requirements
- Enhanced security through least-privilege access
- Flexible scope updates for changing business needs
Finalize Token Creation
Click Confirm to generate your enterprise-grade application access token with cryptographic security and audit trail integration.
Enterprise Security Protocol
Critical: Immediately copy and securely store your token using enterprise password management systems. This token provides application-level access and cannot be retrieved after creation.
Enterprise Token Management
Token Scope Updates
Zero-Downtime Updates
Operational Continuity: Scope modifications are applied immediately without service interruption, enabling dynamic security adjustments for evolving business requirements.
Access Token Management Interface
Navigate to your target application and select App Access Tokens to view all enterprise authentication tokens.
Review Current Configuration
Click View Scopes for your target token to examine current access permissions and service configurations.
Apply Scope Modifications
Select Update to modify token permissions, enabling granular control over service access for enhanced security posture.
Validate Configuration Changes
Review and Confirm your updated scope configuration to ensure alignment with enterprise security policies.
Enterprise Token Revocation
Security Incident Response
Immediate Action: For compromised tokens or discontinued integrations, implement immediate revocation to prevent unauthorized access to enterprise services.
Access Security Management
Navigate to the application dashboard containing the compromised or unused token.
Locate Target Token
Access App Access Tokens to view all active authentication tokens for enterprise review.
Execute Secure Deletion
Click Delete adjacent to the target token and confirm by typing DELETE to ensure intentional revocation.
Enterprise Integration Methods
Production-Ready Authentication
Flexible Integration: SettleMint supports multiple authentication patterns to accommodate diverse enterprise architectures and security requirements.
Authentication Patterns
Enterprise-Standard HTTP Headers
# Secure header-based authentication
curl -H "x-auth-token: YOUR_ENTERPRISE_TOKEN" \
https://myservice.settlemint.com/api/endpoint
Business Benefits:
- Industry-standard HTTP authentication
- Compatible with enterprise API gateways
- Secure transmission with TLS encryption
- Ideal for service-to-service communication
URL-Based Authentication
# Query parameter authentication
https://myservice.settlemint.com/api/endpoint?token=YOUR_ENTERPRISE_TOKEN
Business Benefits:
- Simple integration for legacy systems
- Direct URL-based access control
- Compatible with web browser integrations
- Suitable for quick prototyping and testing
URL Path Integration
# Path-based authentication for specialized services
https://myservice.settlemint.com/YOUR_ENTERPRISE_TOKEN/api/endpoint
# IPFS service integration
https://myservice.settlemint.com/YOUR_ENTERPRISE_TOKEN/api/v0/add
# Blockchain node access
https://myservice.settlemint.com/ext/bc/C/rpc/YOUR_ENTERPRISE_TOKEN
Business Benefits:
- Service-specific authentication patterns
- Optimized for blockchain node integrations
- Enhanced security through path-based routing
- Native support for distributed storage protocols
Enterprise Architecture
Best Practice: Implement header-based authentication for production environments to maintain security standards and ensure compatibility with enterprise security infrastructure.
Personal Access Tokens
Secure enterprise blockchain access with SettleMint's Personal Access Tokens. Enable individual user authentication, maintain role-based permissions, and streamline secure API access for enterprise blockchain applications with production-ready token management.
Audit Logs
Ensure enterprise compliance with SettleMint's comprehensive audit logging system. Track all blockchain activities, maintain regulatory compliance, reduce audit overhead by 90%, and protect data integrity with enterprise-grade monitoring and reporting.