Your Account ID is not your Transfer Key

Two values appear when you create an account. They have different jobs, and treating them differently is an important first step.

The ID identifies the workspace

An Account ID is a public reference with an apr- prefix. Use it to open your account's dashboard and identify the workspace in an integration. The prefix is part of the current API format; it is not a secret credential.

The key authorizes protected actions

The Transfer Key is returned once at creation. The application retains a digest for authentication, not a readable copy of the original key. Keep the value in a trusted secret store and do not put it in public HTML, client-side code or customer support messages.

Remembered is not unlocked

The dashboard can remember public IDs in localStorage. Selecting one is a convenience, not proof of authorization. Unlocking uses the Transfer Key and establishes short-lived session access. Locking the dashboard clears that access.

What a preview needs

The widget builder only offers a public Account ID field. It never asks for a Transfer Key, seed phrase or private key. Its output is disabled preview markup and cannot authenticate requests or create a payment.

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