# API Access

The Cirrus Identities API supports complex identity creation requests with safe and automatic rollback in the event that a component of a request cannot be fulfilled. This API grants access to manage user data persisted within Managed Identities.
 

## Create An API Credential {#create-an-api-credential}




> [!IMPORTANT]
> After you create the credential, it may take up to 15 minutes before it can be used.





1. **Sign in to the [Cirrus Console](https://apps.cirrusidentity.com/console/auth/index).**

   Once signed in, select your organization from the list under “My Organizations”.

2. **Select the “Cirrus API Access” menu item.**

   Depending on your subscription, you may see more than one API listed. Select the "Identities API" option.

3. **Choose “New Credential”.**

   The description you enter will appear in the UI so that you can identify the credential.

4. **Identify the permissions you would like the credential to have.**

   There is a "test" & "prod" environment for Managed Identities; verify which environment you want the credential to have permission for.

5. **Click "Create" and securely store your credential.**

   After creation, you will not be able to access the password. Save it somewhere safe!