How To Create Binance API Keys
In this article, we’ll show you how to generate Binance API keys with the correct permissions to connect to your Lighthouse crypto trading bots safely and securely.
Step 1: After logging in, navigate to the Lighthouse 'Exchange Accounts' page and select “Add Account”
Step 2: From the list of exchange connections select Binance
Step 3: Go to the Binance main page and click your profile icon
Step 4: Click on the “Account” drop down menu in the sidebar
Step 5: Click on “API Management”
Step 6: Click on “Create API”
Step 7: Select “System generated” or generate the keys manually (for advanced users!)
Read the official Binance guide if you’d like to use the “Self-generated” option.
Step 8: Give the API a name (you can use “Lighthouse Quant”)
Click “Next” and follow the security verification process.
Step 9: Click on “Edit restrictions” on the API configuration page
You will now see your API. You will need to edit the way it works for it to work properly with Lighthouse.
Step 10: Select “Enable Futures”
Important: Keep the other options as they are and DO NOT enable withdrawals unless you wish to pay Lighthouse fees via direct withdrawal. If you enable withdrawals you’re risking the security of your funds as this is your last line of defense in case your API keys are stolen.
Step 11: Click “Save”
Click save to lock in your configuration.
Make sure to copy the API key and the secret key. You’ll be pasting them into Lighthouse Quant next.
Step 12: Paste your copied Binance public and secret API keys into the corresponding fields
Step 13: Click “Add Account” and you’re done!
Your Binance crypto exchange API keys will now be stored permanently in your Lighthouse Quant account until you decide to update or remove them.
For the foreseeable future, any bots you set up to trade on Binance will require no additional API key configuration.
Note: Crypto exchange terms and conditions are subject to change. In the future, you may be required to revisit your Lighthouse bot configuration and perform updates.
Congratulations!
You’ve successfully generated your Binance API keys and connected Lighthouse Quant to your Binance account.
Troubleshooting Problems:
If you ran into any issues while setting up, here are some helpful resources:
