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      API documentation provides developers with the necessary information on how to interact with an API, including the input and output parameters, response formats, and error messages. This documentation serves as a reference guide for developers looking to use any of the Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage APIs.

      For all of the Backblaze API operations and their corresponding documentation, see API Documentation.

      Both the Native API and the S3-Compatible API handle the same basic functions:

      • Authentication: providing account/bucket/file access.
      • Bucket Management: creating and managing the buckets that hold files.
      • Upload: sending files to the cloud.
      • Download: retrieving files from the cloud.
      • List: data checking/selection/comparison.

      The main difference between the two APIs is that they use different syntax for the various calls. 

      Beyond the syntax, here are a few key differences between the Native API and S3-Compatible API:

      • Key management
      • SDKs
      • Pre-signed URLs
      • File uploads

      The Backblaze Partner API empowers you to programmatically create and manage a large number of Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage accounts and groups within your applications. For more information, click here.

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