Attachments API Overview

This guide offers a comprehensive walkthrough of the Attachments API, designed to enable secure file handling within Connecteam's platform through our REST API.

Upon completion of this guide, you will understand how to:

• Generate a secure pre-signed URL for uploading files.
• Upload files to Connecteam's cloud storage.
• Finalize the upload process and ensure files are properly stored.
• Retrieve metadata for any uploaded file, utilizing the unique file ID provided upon upload.

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Good to Know

Each file uploaded receives a unique file ID, which is essential for accessing the file within the API and integrating it into other platform features.

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Important Note

Files can only be used in various features of the API, and not for storage and file management purposes which are not related to using these files with other features.

What Can You Achieve with the Attachments API?

With the Attachments API, you can:

• Securely upload any file to the cloud, making it accessible through Connecteam's various API features.
• Streamline operations by automating file uploads and data retrieval, significantly reducing manual input and potential errors.

Important Considerations

• Data Security: Ensure that all file transfers comply with your organization's security policies.
• API Limits: Familiarize yourself with any potential API rate limits to plan your file management operations accordingly.
• Testing: Always test file uploads in a development environment before moving to production to prevent any disruptions.

For detailed information and step-by-step methods, please refer to the specific guides provided in this section.