Node.js
This Node.js quickstart should get you up and running with your standard backend javascript setup, and by using the API will give you flexibility when it comes to uploading files.
Generate your API Keys
To create an API key, visit the Keys Page and click the “New Key” button in the top right. Once you do that you can select if you want your key to be admin or if you want to scope the privileges of the keys to certain endpoints or limit the number of uses. Make those selections, then give the key a name at the bottom, and click create key.
If you are just getting started, we recommend using Admin privileges, then move to scope keys as you better understand your needs
Once you have created the keys you will be shown your API Key Info. This will contain your Api Key, API Secret, and your JWT. Click “Copy All” and save them somewhere safe!
The API keys are only shown once, be sure to copy them somewhere safe!
Select Setup
Pinata offers two different APIs you can choose from:
Files API
The Files API keeps files private by default, where you can grant access to a file by generating temporary URLs. It’s great when you want to gate content behind an auth mechanism, whether that’s an auth provider or through decentralized technology.
IPFS API
The IPFS API has been Pinata’s bread and butter for over five years, and is specially designed to work with Web3 applications such a DeFi, NFTs, Gaming, and more! Keep in mind since IPFS is a peer-to-peer protocol, any files uploaded through this API will be public.