# 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](https://developer.erudus.com/getting-started/quickstart-1) and start using the API.

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**By using the API you agree to be bound by the** [**Erudus API Terms of use**](https://developer.erudus.com/api-terms-of-use)**.** 
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### API Endpoint

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

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

```

A [sandbox environment](https://developer.erudus.com/getting-started/testing-with-sandbox) is also available for testing integrations.