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meta=tokens

(main | query | tokens)

Gets tokens for data-modifying actions.


Parameter:
type

Types of token to request.

Values (separate with | or alternative): createaccount, csrf, login, patrol, rollback, userrights, watch
Default: csrf
Examples:
Retrieve a csrf token (the default).
api.php?action=query&meta=tokens [open in sandbox]
Retrieve a watch token and a patrol token.
api.php?action=query&meta=tokens&type=watch|patrol [open in sandbox]