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How to set up KuCoin API key?

Step-by-step guidelines on creating API Keys on KuCoin Futures

Updated over a year ago

Follow the guidelines below to seamlessly integrate your CryptoSea and KuCoin account.

Step 1: Open the API Dashboard in Your KuCoin Account

After logging into/creating your KuCoin account, locate the profile icon in the top right corner of the platform. Hover over it and click on "API Management" in the dropdown menu.

If you signed up for the first time, KuCoin will ask you to enable Two-Factor Authorization (2FA) and set up a Trading Password. Please follow the instructions on the screen to set up your security settings.

Step 2: Click "Create API Key"

Step 3: Label Your Key and Choose API Permissions

Give your API key a name of your choice, so you can easily understand that this key is connected to your CryptoSea account.

Please note that you will also need to set up an API Passphrase. This password is individual for each API key. Save it somewhere safe because you will need it in the future.

Make sure you've marked only the Futures Trading (General should be enabled by default). All other permissions should be disabled. These API restrictions will enable the CryptoSea trading algorithm to execute trades effectively.


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When ready, hit "Next" and complete the required security verification.

Step 4: Generate your API Key and API Secret

Copy the generated API Key and API Secret and store them in a secure location. Alternatively, leave the API dashboard window open for easy access to the keys.

Step 5: Connect KuCoin to CryptoSea

Head to your CryptoSea dashboard > "Exchanges" section, and tap on the "Connect" button below the KuCoin exchange. Follow the steps on the screen to enter the copied API Key and API Secret, along with your created Passphrase, and proceed further.

Step 6: Confirm if the Connection is Successful

If everything is done correctly, you will see KuCoin added to the list of your connected exchanges in your CryptoSea dashboard, together with your available trading balance.

Congratulations! You have successfully connected your KuCoin account to CryptoSea.


Important for Smart Bot customers:

  • Please refrain from changing your leverage or any other default settings unless the steps in this article specifically instruct you to do so. This can result in incorrect bot functionality, increased risk, and potential loss of funds.

  • To get the bot started, your funds should be in USDT, available within your Futures account.


If you encounter any difficulties during the process, our support team is ready to assist you. Reach out to us via email at [email protected] or through Telegram for immediate assistance.

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