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Protect Your Developer API

Verify every request, enforce rate limits, and track usage across all your API consumers.

Key Features

Fast Verification

Verify API keys with median latency under 50ms via our global edge network.

Granular Rate Limiting

Set rate limits per key, endpoint, or IP with configurable windows.

Abuse Detection

Automatic detection of suspicious patterns and overuse.

Developer Dashboard

Give developers a self-service portal to manage their keys and view usage.

Benefits

Protect Infrastructure

Prevent runaway requests from overwhelming your servers.

Fair Usage Enforcement

Ensure all developers get their fair share of API capacity.

Developer Trust

Transparent usage data builds trust with your developer community.

How It Works

1

Define Usage Tiers

Create Free, Pro, and Enterprise tiers with different limits.

2

Generate API Keys

Create keys with specific tier assignments and permissions.

3

Add Verification Endpoint

Call Holdify on every request to verify the key and check limits.

4

Monitor Usage

Track usage patterns and identify heavy users.

Frequently Asked Questions

What latency does verification add?

Median latency is under 50ms. Holdify uses a global edge network to minimize latency regardless of where your users are located.

Can I set different limits for different endpoints?

Yes. You can configure per-endpoint rate limits, or use a single limit for all endpoints.

How do I handle rate limit errors?

When a key hits its limit, Holdify returns remaining=0 and a reset_at timestamp. Return a 429 response with Retry-After header.

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