The latest Coinbase API key authentication process now requires downloading a JSON key file instead of manually copying credentials. Here’s how to securely connect your Coinbase account to Quad Terminal based on the most up-to-date Coinbase API documentation:
1. Generate a Coinbase API Key File
Log In to Coinbase
Visit coinbase.com and sign in to your account.
Navigate to API Management
Click on your profile icon in the top-right corner.
Select Settings > API.
Create a New API Key
Click + New API Key and choose the portfolio you want to link (API keys are portfolio-specific).
Configure Permissions:
Enable View to allow Quad Terminal to read balances and trade history.
Enable Trade to allow order placement.
Do not enable Transfer permissions to prevent unauthorized fund movements.
Enable IP Whitelisting (Recommended)
In the same dialog, locate the IP Whitelist field.
Add the trusted IP address:
3.98.106.53
This restricts API access to only the Quad Terminal system, improving security.
Complete Security Verification
Follow the two-factor authentication (2FA) process to authorize the key creation.
Download the API Key JSON File
Once generated, Coinbase will provide a JSON file containing your API credentials.
Download and store this file securely, as it contains your API Key and Secret and will not be available again.
2. Extract API Credentials from JSON File
Locate the JSON File
Find the file in your Downloads folder or the location where your browser saves files.
Open the File in a Text Editor
Open the file using Notepad, VS Code, or any text editor.
Identify Key Credentials
The JSON file contains:
API Key
API Secret
3. Connect to Quad Terminal
Log in to Quad Terminal
Visit quadterminal.com and sign in.
Go to Exchange Connections
Navigate to Settings > Exchange Accounts.
Click Add Exchange and select Coinbase.
Upload the API Key JSON File
Instead of manually entering credentials, upload the JSON file provided by Coinbase.
Quad Terminal will extract the necessary API credentials automatically.
Confirm the Connection
Click Save or Confirm to complete the setup.
4. Verify Connection
Check if Quad Terminal Syncs with Coinbase
You should see your account balance and trading pairs in Quad Terminal.
Test a Small Trade
Execute a small trade to ensure the API integration is functioning correctly.
Your Coinbase account is now securely linked to Quad Terminal.