⚡ Quick Start Guide
Get TraceKit running with your application in just a few minutes.
🔑 Step 1: Generate an API Key
Every application sending traces to TraceKit needs an API key for authentication.
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Navigate to API Keys in the dashboard
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Click "Generate New Key"
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Give your key a descriptive name (e.g., "Production Backend")
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Copy the key immediately - you won't see it again!
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Important Security Note
Store your API key securely. Never commit it to version control. Use environment variables instead.
💻 Step 2: Choose Your Language
Select your application's programming language for detailed integration instructions:
🚀 Step 3: Configure OTLP Endpoint
All language integrations send traces to the same endpoint:
Endpoint: https://app.tracekit.dev/v1/traces Header: X-API-Key: ctxio_your_api_key_here✅
You're All Set!
Once configured, your traces will start appearing in the TraceKit dashboard automatically.