# Get started with the APIs

Use these guides to choose the right API, create a personal token, and confirm your access with a first request.

[Which API to use](/mkio/api-guides/getting-started/which-api)

Match your workflow to the Media, Live, Templates, or Management API.

[Authentication and tokens](/mkio/api-guides/getting-started/authentication)

Create a personal API token and send it with your requests.

[Your first API call](/mkio/api-guides/getting-started/first-api-call)

Make one authenticated request to confirm your token and project access.