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Authentication

Comprehensive guide for API authentication and required headers

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Authentication

All API requests require specific HTTP headers for authentication and security.

Authentication Topics

Required Headers

All HTTP headers required for API requests

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Generate HMAC Signature

Step-by-step guide to generate HMAC signatures

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Timestamp

Understanding and generating timestamps

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Common Errors

Troubleshooting authentication errors

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Security Notes

Important security considerations

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Best Practices

Recommended practices for secure authentication

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Next Steps

Now that you understand authentication, you can start using the API:

Send Messages

Learn how to send different types of WhatsApp messages

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Manage Contacts

Create and update your contacts

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Manage Branches

Organize your business using branches

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Manage Orders

Track and update your customer orders

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Technical Support

If you encounter any authentication issues:

  • šŸ“§ Email: support@awalchat.com
  • šŸ’¬ Live Chat: Available in the dashboard
  • šŸ“± WhatsApp: Contact us directly via WhatsApp
  • šŸ“š More Examples: See Features Guide