# Connecting to BitMEX

**Step 1: Create an API Key**\
Go to the BitMEX API key creation page:\
&#x20;<https://www.bitmex.com/app/apiKeys>

Fill in the following details:

* **Name** — choose any name for the API key (e.g., `GinArea`)
* **CIDR** — leave this field **empty**
* **Key Permissions** — select **Order**
* **Withdrawal** — **DO NOT check this box**
* **Target Account** — Select your main BitMEX account for trading — **do NOT connect a sub-account.**
* **2FA Token** — enter your 2FA code

Click **“Create API Key”**

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**Step 2: Connect the API Key to GinArea**

After generating your API key on BitMEX, go to the **"Exchanges"** tab on the GinArea website.

Paste all required API key data, including the **Key** and **Secret**.

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Once connected successfully, your active permissions will be displayed.

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### Additional Information

* Video guide on how to connect the API: How to connect an API on BitMEX: [Creating and Connecting API keys](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVq1a7AE93Q)
* API keys created for GinArea are permanent and do not require renewal.
* Exchange permissions largely depend on the documents you used during the KYC process. For more details, please refer to the exchange directly and consult the regulations of the country that issued your identification documents.


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