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Certificates
The tool is required to transfer data in encrypted form for mass payments via API.
An API certificate is a type of digital certificate used to authorize connections to an API (Application Programming Interface). The purpose of such a certificate is to verify the identity of the client attempting to connect to the API and ensure its trustworthiness. This is one way to protect an API from unauthorized access.
When a client (for example, an application you have developed) tries to connect to an API, the server may require the presentation of a certificate as proof that the client is indeed who it claims to be. It’s similar to showing identification when entering a secure building.
API certificates often use SSL/TLS protocols to encrypt the traffic between the client and the server, providing a secure channel for data transmission. The certificate contains a public key and identity information about the owner, which are used for encryption and authentication. Upon successful verification of the certificate, the API server allows the client to connect and grants access to its resources and functions.