What permissions are attached to an API key in Datadog?

In Datadog, an API key is designed with no permissions attached. Its primary function is to authenticate requests made to Datadog's API, confirming the identity of the user or system making the request. API keys allow various integrations and automation processes to interface with Datadog without granting user-level permissions or access to any specific resources.

This lack of inherent permissions ensures that while the API key can facilitate interaction with Datadog's services, it does not directly influence or modify the access controls related to data visibility or manipulation. Thus, it upholds a security measure by requiring that any complementary permissions necessary for actions like data modification or access control be managed through user roles or other types of authentication that provide the required access.

In contrast, full access, read-only access, and administrative rights imply specific levels of user permissions that can manage and view data, which are not applicable to API keys. Therefore, understanding that API keys are simply a means of authorization without granting further access rights is crucial for effective management of credentials within Datadog.