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Bearer Token

/ˈbeərər ˈtəʊkən/

Definition

An access token included in the Authorization header that grants API access without credentials per request.

Example in context

"Include Authorization: Bearer <token> in every request header — the token expires after 1 hour."

Related terms

  • JWT — JSON Web Token — a compact, self-contained token encoding claims as JSON, signed with HMAC or RSA.
  • OAuth2 — An authorisation framework allowing a third-party app to access a user's resources without exposing credentials.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does "Bearer Token" mean?

An access token included in the Authorization header that grants API access without credentials per request.

How do you pronounce "Bearer Token"?

"Bearer Token" is pronounced /ˈbeərər ˈtəʊkən/.

Can you use "Bearer Token" in a sentence?

"Include Authorization: Bearer <token> in every request header — the token expires after 1 hour."