# Getting started

## Prerequisites

- A Hook account at [app.hook.co](https://app.hook.co)
- An API token — create one from your [token settings](https://app.hook.co/profile/tokens)


## Base URL

All API requests are made to:


```
https://api.hook.co/{version}
```

## Authentication

Include your token in the `Authorization` header of every request:


```
Authorization: Bearer <your-token>
```

## Make your first request

To verify your token is working, call the `getCurrentMember` endpoint, which returns the user associated with your token:

## Next steps

- Read the [Authentication](/guides/authentication) guide for details on token permissions and expiry
- Review the [Rate Limiting](/guides/rate-limiting) guide to understand API usage limits