> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.ledig.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.ledig.io/introduction.md).

# Introduction

Welcome to the **Ledig API** 🎉

Ledig provides **institutional-grade infrastructure** for stablecoin and fiat liquidity across Africa and other emerging markets.

Our rails power **FX flows, cross-border payouts, and wallet management** for:

* Fintechs
* PSPs
* Trade finance providers
* Enterprises and global businesses expanding into high-growth markets

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## 🌍 Why Ledig?

* **Built for institutions** – security, compliance, and scale at the core
* **Stablecoin-to-fiat liquidity** – seamless conversions across currencies
* **Wallet infrastructure** – both fiat and crypto, with full visibility
* **Settlement-ready** – accounts and wallets to keep flows clean and compliant

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## 📝 Getting an Account

If you don’t yet have a Ledig account:

1. Visit our [home page](https://www.ledig.io)
2. Click **Request an Account**
3. Fill out the form

➡️ Our team will review and get back to you within **24 hours** with the next steps.

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## 🔑 Keys & Webhooks

Once your account is active, head to **Settings** in the Ledig dashboard:

* Generate **new API keys**
  * ⚠️ Creating a new key overrides the previous one
  * A new **secret key** will be issued (store it securely)
* Add or update your **Webhook URL**
  * Used to receive **real-time notifications** for events like credits, debits, account updates

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## 🔄 How It Works

Your application connects securely to the Ledig API. From there, you can:

* Check and manage **Fiat Wallets**
* Manage **Crypto Wallets**
* Set up and use **Settlement Accounts**
* Fetch **Rates & Instant Liquidity Contracts**
* Receive **real-time updates via Webhooks** back into your system

This flow ensures your systems are always in sync with Ledig’s infrastructure.

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## 🌐 Environments

* 🧪 **Sandbox** → `https://sandbox.ledig.io`
* 🚀 **Production** → `https://api.ledig.io`

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## 🚀 Next Steps

1. Request or activate your Ledig account
2. Generate your first API key and register your webhook URL in **Settings**
3. Head to the API Reference and start building


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