Connect Census Bureau
1 auth method · updated 2026-10-01
The Census Bureau Data API provides developers with access to a wide range of statistical data collected by the U.S. Census Bureau, facilitating integration into applications and data visualizations.
www.census.gov/developers/ ↗API key
Uses your own credential — Verslay stores it encrypted
- 1Sign in to Census BureauOpen https://www.census.gov/developers/ and sign in to the account you want to connect.
- 2Create the API keyGenerate a new API key from the API or developer settings in your Census Bureau dashboard.
- 3Copy it immediatelyCensus Bureau usually shows the full API key only once, right after you create it. Store it somewhere safe before closing the page.
- 4Connect in VerslayIn the Verslay Hub, open Connections, find Census Bureau, and paste the API key into the Census Bureau API Key field.
- 5VerifyThe connection flips to Connected. Run any read-only action once to confirm the credential has the right scopes.
- 6Rotate safelyWhen you rotate later: connect the new credential first, confirm it works, then revoke the old one.
What you’ll paste into Verslay
The API key provided by the Census Bureau for authenticating API requests.
Census Bureau connection FAQ
How do I connect Census Bureau to Verslay?
Open Connections in the Verslay Hub, find Census Bureau, and use the API key method. The steps are: Sign in to Census Bureau, Create the API key, Copy it immediately, Connect in Verslay, Verify, Rotate safely.
What do I need before I connect Census Bureau?
You need Census Bureau API Key from your Census Bureau account. The API key provided by the Census Bureau for authenticating API requests.
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