How to Create and Set Up Kucoin API key

This guide provides step-by-step instructions for connecting your Kucoin account to the Bitsgap platform via an API key. Kucoin offers two options for API setup: Kucoin Fast API and manual connection. Follow the steps below based on your preferred method.

• Kucoin Fast API
• Manual Connection

Kucoin Fast API

The Kucoin Fast API uses OAuth 2.0 for a quick and secure connection to Bitsgap.

1. Go to Bitsgap > My Exchanges
   • Log in to Bitsgap, navigate to the My Exchanges page, and click [Add new exchange].

2. Select Kucoin
   • Choose Kucoin from the list and select the Fast Connect option. Click [Connect].

3. Authorize Permissions
   • You will be redirected to Kucoin’s website.
   • Agree to grant Bitsgap the required permissions.
   • Confirm your authorization.

4. Connection Check
   • After successful authorization, you will be redirected to Bitsgap.
   • Kucoin will appear under My Exchanges with a Connected status, displaying your trading balance.

Manual Connection

If you prefer manual configuration, follow these steps:

1. Log in to Kucoin
   • Access your Kucoin account or create a new one.

2. Go to the API Management Page
   • Navigate to your account settings and select API Management.

3. Set Up Security Settings
   • If prompted, enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) and set up a trading password.

4. Get Bitsgap IP Addresses
   • Log in to Bitsgap, go to the My Exchanges page, and click [Add new exchange].

• Select Kucoin and copy the listed Bitsgap IP addresses.

5. Create an API Key
   • Return to Kucoin and click [Create API].

6. Label and Configure API Permissions
   • Name your API key for easy identification.
   • Set a passphrase for the key (save this securely).

• Enable the following permissions:
  • General: On
  • Trade: On
  • Optional - Futures: On (if trading futures)
  • IP Restriction: Enabled (add the Bitsgap IPs).
• All other permissions should remain disabled.

7. Complete Security Verification
   • Enter your trading password, email verification code, and 2FA code. Confirm to create the API key.

8. Save API Key and Secret Key
   • Copy your API key and Secret key. These are shown once; store them securely.

9. Connect to Bitsgap
   • Return to Bitsgap’s My Exchanges page.
   • In the pop-up window select Kucoin and input your API key, secret key, and passphrase.
   • Click [Connect].

10. Connection Check

• Verify Kucoin is listed under My Exchanges with a Connected status and available trading balance.

Notes:

• Kucoin API keys with unrestricted IPs are deactivated after 60 days of inactivity.
• Enable IP restrictions for added security.
• Avoid enabling deposit and withdrawal permissions to protect your funds.

What's Next?

• Launch Your First Bot: Explore how to automate your trading strategies with our easy-to-use bots.
• Manual Trading Guide: Learn to execute precise trades using Bitsgap’s advanced trading terminal.

Need Assistance?

If you encounter any issues or have questions, don’t hesitate to contact the Bitsgap Customer Support Team.