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How to Create OKX API Key

Last updated: February 21, 2026

How to Create an OKX API Key

To connect your OKX account to UnicornX (available on Pro plans), follow these steps.

Step 1: Log in to OKX

Go to okx.com and log in.

Step 2: Go to API Management

Click your profile → APICreate V5 API Key

Step 3: Configure API Key

  1. Set a Purpose: Trading
  2. Enter a Name: e.g., "UnicornX"
  3. Set a Passphrase (remember this, you'll need it)

Step 4: Set Permissions

  • Read
  • Trade
  • Withdraw – Do NOT enable

Step 5: Save Your Keys

You will receive an API Key, Secret Key, and Passphrase. Store all three securely.

⚠️ Important: The Passphrase is set by you and is required alongside the API Key and Secret Key.