IPFS

Access Controls

Access Controls

Stop unauthorized access. Manage permissions with private gateways, token authentication, and granular security rules—no complex setup required.

Free 5GB storage + custom domain. No credit card required.

Why Use Gateway Access Controls?

Turn IPFS from a public network into your private content delivery system. Keep sensitive data safe while leveraging decentralized storage.

Granular Access Rules

Add authentication and authorization mechanisms to your IPFS gateways for secure content delivery.

Private Content Stays Private

Restrict access to specific CIDs and ensure your content is only accessible to authorized users.

Built for Enterprise Scale

Built for enterprise document management, premium content delivery, and compliance requirements.

Audit-Ready Compliance

Maintain detailed audit logs and access records for regulatory compliance and security tracking.

Auth Your Way

Choose between query parameters or header-based authentication to match your security needs.

Real-Time Usage Insights

Monitor gateway usage, track access patterns, and analyze content delivery metrics.

Built for Secure Applications

From subscription platforms to internal team assets, see how access controls power secure applications.

Gated Subscription Content

Secure delivery of subscription-based content through authenticated gateways.

Geo-Fenced Delivery

Control content access based on geographic locations and compliance requirements.

Secure Team Assets

Manage access to shared resources across development and content teams.

Secure CDN Edge

Integrate with existing CDN infrastructure while maintaining access controls.

Protected API Endpoints

Protect API endpoints and service integrations with token-based authentication.

Corporate Data Security

Secure enterprise-grade storage solution with comprehensive access controls.

NFT & Digital Asset Sales

Control access to digital assets and NFTs in marketplace environments.

Secure Mobile Delivery

Secure content delivery for mobile apps with token-based authentication.

Protected Training Data

Control how AI/ML agents access and process data lakes stored on IPFS.

Implement in Minutes

Two simple steps to full security. No complex infrastructure to manage.

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1. Generate Your Token

Set up authentication for your dedicated gateway:

Navigate to the Gateways page in your Filebase dashboard
Click the orange Authorization button in the top-right corner
Use the modal to generate and manage your API tokens
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2. Authenticate Requests

Two simple ways to authenticate your requests:

Authentication Example
// Query Parameter
https://gateway.myfilebase.com/ipfs/QmHash?filebaseGatewayToken=your_token_here

// Request Header
x-filebase-gateway-token: your_token_here

Ready to Secure Your Content?

Get the security of a private server with the power of IPFS. Start for free.

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Create a dedicated IPFS gateway in your dashboard

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Configure access controls and generate API tokens

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Start serving your content securely through your gateway