How can I use the Eikon Data API without signing into Eikon on my computer?

roates

Currently using Python. I currently have my KEY # but that doesn't seem to be enough to use the API unless I sign into the software on my computer. Do I need to submit my username/password somewhere in the API in order for it to work? Thinking of putting this API on a virtual machine.. is it possible? If so, how would doing this differ from my desktop?

nick.zincone

Hi @roates,

The Eikon Data APIs piggyback off of connection and authentication mechanisms within the Eikon application and must be used on the same machine. Once you start Eikon and login to Eikon you are authenticated. After that, you are only required to use an application key when using the API.

Refer to the QuickStart for more details.

chavalit-jintamalit

Hi @roates

You must have Eikon Desktop application running when you are using the API.

And the Eikon Desktop app and Python API calls must also be on the same machine.

Eikon Desktop acts as API Proxy and it does not allow incoming connection for remote host.

So you cannot make an API call from your virtual machine, unless you also install Eikon Desktop and have it running on your virtual machine as well.

binyuan

Does Eikon Desktop app has Linux version?

chavalit-jintamalit

https://community.developers.refinitiv.com/discussion/comment/49124#Comment_49124

Hi @binyuan

Adding more question to an answered thread is not suggested.

No, there is no Eikon Desktop on Linux.