> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://developer.erudus.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://developer.erudus.com/getting-started/quickstart.md).

# Introduction

You can use the Erudus API to:

* Access product data for any product in the Erudus data pool
* Manage Wholesaler catlogs of products linked to Erudus specifications
* Create, update and manage products held in the system (manufacturers only)

…and more all via simple REST calls.

### Accessing the API

You’ll need an Erudus account to start using the API. If you don’t already have an account with API access enable, please get in touch at[ erudus.com](https://erudus.com).

Once you have an account with API access enabled you are able to create [API tokens](/getting-started/quickstart-1.md) and start using the API.

{% hint style="info" %}
**By using the API you agree to be bound by the** [**Erudus API Terms of use**](/api-terms-of-use.md)**.** 
{% endhint %}

### API Endpoint

The Erudus API can be accessed using the `api.erudus.com` hostname:

```bash
curl https://api.erudus.com/v2

```

A [sandbox environment](/getting-started/testing-with-sandbox.md) is also available for testing integrations.


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