Webhook Secret Actions
Webhook secrets share the Keys page but serve a different purpose from API keys.Rotate A Webhook Secret Safely
1
Open Keys
Use the correct workspace.
2
Choose Add Key then Webhook Secret
If one exists, read the rotation warning.
3
Create and copy the new secret
Store it in the receiving system.
4
Update verification logic
Deploy the receiver with the new secret.
5
Send a test event
Place a test call and confirm the receiver accepts it.
Webhook Secret Questions
Is this the same as an API key?
Is this the same as an API key?
No. API keys authenticate requests to DialNexa. Webhook secrets verify events sent from DialNexa.
Why did my webhook become inactive?
Why did my webhook become inactive?
An external webhook can depend on a configured secret. Check the Webhooks page status.
Can I recover an old secret?
Can I recover an old secret?
Plan as if rotated secrets cannot be recovered from the dashboard.
Related Reading
External Webhooks
Configure event URL.
Webhook Failures
Debug delivery.
Agent Webhooks
Enable events for agents.