Service Overview
Use this form to request creation of a Canvas personal access token from Academic Technologies and the Center for Online Learning.
Guidelines for Using Canvas Personal Access Tokens
Access tokens should be treated like passwords and handled securely at all times. Follow these guidelines to ensure safe use.
- Only create access tokens when absolutely necessary.
- Store tokens securely using a password manager, credential vault, or encrypted configuration file.
- Set expiration dates whenever possible and regenerate tokens periodically.
- Revoke tokens that are no longer needed and report end of use to Academic Technologies and the Center for Online Learning via onlinelearning@udayton.edu.
- Do not share tokens through email, chat, or other messaging platforms.
- Do not post tokens publicly or use sharing settings such as “University of Dayton”, “Anyone with the link”, or “Unlisted.”
- Do not store tokens in unsecured documents, spreadsheets, screenshots, or notes.
- Do not store access tokens in code repositories.
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Questions?
For questions regarding this service or assistance with the request form, contact the Center for Online Learning at onlinelearning@udayton.edu or (937) 229-5039.