Introduction

What is the Velocert API

The Velocert API is a RESTful interface that lets you automate the issuance of verifiable, tamper-proof credentials—from diplomas and certificates to any custom credential—directly from your applications.

It is built around REST principles, with predictable URLs, standard HTTP verbs, form-encoded requests, JSON responses, and robust authentication. This design makes integrations consistent, reliable, and easy to implement.

This documentation will guide you through authentication, working with endpoints, and issuing credentials efficiently, with clear examples to help you get started quickly.

Authentication

All API requests require authentication via a personal API token. Tokens are issued per organization and must be included in the Authorization header as a bearer token:

Authorization: Bearer <API token>

Tokens can be created and managed through the Velocert platform under Settings → API Tokens.

Keep your token secure, as it grants access to all credential operations for your organization.

Security Scheme Type:	https
HTTP Authorization Scheme:	bearer