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How do I apply for an API key for the Video Info Plugin feature in Video Station?

Last updated:Jul 13, 2021

How do I apply for an API key for the Video Info Plugin feature in Video Station?

Purpose

This article guides you through applying for an API key for the Video Info Plugin feature in Video Station. Enabling the Video Info Plugin feature via Video Station > Settings > Video Info Plugin can enrich your video collections with the metadata retrieved from The Movie Database (TMDb).

Notes:

  • To retrieve the metadata from TMDb, please make sure you have followed their Terms of Use.

Resolution

Get an API key from The Movie Database

  1. Sign in or create an account on the The Movie Database website.
  2. Under the Account icon, click Settings.
  3. On the API page, click on the link under the Request an API Key section.
  4. Register an API key as a Developer.
  5. Agree to the terms of use and fill in the required information:
    • Type of Use: Select a type of use from the drop-down menu (e.g., Personal).
    • Application Name: Specify an application for which you will use the API key (e.g., Video Station).
    • Application URL: Provide the IP address of your Synology NAS.
    • Application Summary: Describe how you will use the API key.
  6. You will see an API key displayed under API Key (v3 auth). Copy the key and paste it to the API key field at Video Station > Settings > Advanced Settings > Video Info Plugin.