25 Sep 2024

Understanding PAT: Its Benefits and How to Obtain PAT

A Personal Access Token (PAT) is an authentication token that confirms a user has already been authenticated. It allows the user to authenticate without needing to log in again with their username and password through the User Agent. For security purposes, a PAT is associated with only one OAuth2 client. 

The benefits of using a Personal Access Token (PAT) include

1. Streamlined Authentication: PAT allows users to bypass traditional login methods (username/password), making it faster and easier to access services.  

2. Enhanced Security: PATs are linked to a specific OAuth2 client, reducing the risk of unauthorized access by limiting the scope of access to a single application or service.

3. Automated Processes: Since PATs don’t require manual login, they are ideal for automated tasks like API requests, enabling seamless integration between systems.

4. Granular Access Control: PATs can be configured with specific permissions, allowing fine-tuned access to resources.

5. Reduced Password Exposure: By eliminating the need to repeatedly input passwords, PATs reduce the chances of password theft or misuse.

How one can get PAT?

  1.  Go to profile.autodesk.com and then click on security

 

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  1. Click on generate token