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Connect to the Retool API to automate and manage your Retool organization programmatically. Build tools to manage users, apps, and resources through a secure REST API interface. Perfect for teams that need to automate Retool administration and integrate Retool with their development workflows.
The Retool API allows external systems to programmatically interact with Retool—including triggering workflows, managing resources, and administering users—enabling integration of Retool into broader automation and deployment pipelines.
The Retool API uses API keys for authentication. Keys can be scoped to specific permissions and are managed securely within your Retool organization settings.
Yes. External systems can invoke Retool Workflows via the Retool API, enabling event-driven automation pipelines that connect Retool to orchestration tools, CI/CD systems, or custom backends.
Access to the Retool API is governed by API keys with configurable scopes. Admins control which operations are permitted per key, and all API activity is logged for audit purposes.
Yes. Retool supports environment-specific API configurations, allowing teams to issue separate API keys for development, staging, and production environments.
Yes. The Retool API includes endpoints for user management, group membership, and permission configuration, enabling automated provisioning as part of identity and access management workflows.
