Klaviyo

Klaviyo is a unified customer platform that helps online brands own their data, automate marketing, and build lasting relationships through personalized email, SMS, and customer experiences at scale.

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How to assign scopes to an API key in Klaviyo

Here is how to assign scopes to an api key in klaviyo

First, click on your account name in the lower-left corner
Next click on the "Settings" option in the dropdown menu
Click on the "Account" tab in the settings navigation menu
Click on "API keys" in the left settings menu
Then on the API Keys page, you will see your existing keys listed (Public API Key and Private API Keys)
Scroll down to the Private API Keys and click the "Create Private API Key" button
Next enter a name for your key in the API Key Name field
In the Access Level section, select the "Custom key" option
In the right side you can see the list of available API scopes (such as Campaigns, Profiles, Lists, Events, Metrics, Flows, etc)
Then select the level of access (Read or Full) for each scope you want this API key to include
Finally click the "Create" button to generate the API key
The custom access API key has been successfully created with the assigned scopes
Now make sure to copy and save the key in a secure place, as you won’t be able to view it again later

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Why should you assign scopes to an API key in Klaviyo

Klaviyo is a leading marketing automation platform designed to help build and strengthen customer relationships through personalized communication.

Assigning scopes to an API key in Klaviyo enables you to enhance security and control by specifying which actions a particular API key can perform.

This feature is a crucial tool for maintaining system integrity while empowering different parts of your application to interact seamlessly with Klaviyo's resources.

By assigning scopes, businesses can ensure only necessary permissions are granted, reducing exposure to potential risks and fostering more efficient data management.

Last update

February 18, 2026

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