> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.origami.tech/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.origami.tech/user-guide/api-key-creation/mexc.md).

# Mexc

## Step One

If you haven't already, go to [MEXC](https://www.mexc.com/register?inviteCode=mexc-1DZ7R) website and create an account. Proceed with KYC.

## Step Two

Verify your account, add 2FA and get started with creation of sub-account

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Choose Trade only trhough the API, no login permissions.

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Add a name to sub-account

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## Step Three

Go to Sub-account page and click on API

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Choose Sub-account and click tickboxes as shown below on the screen.&#x20;

Also link this IP address: **15.235.202.52**

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Click on Create