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

# Environments

API keys carry an environment value. Use credentials created for the environment in which the request should run.

## Production

```
https://paystation.ng/api/v1
```

Production requests may create real provider resources and process real funds. Test with controlled customer data and small amounts.

## Local development

When running the Laravel application locally, the equivalent base URL is normally:

```
http://127.0.0.1:8000/api/v1
```

Provider callbacks cannot reach localhost directly. Use a secure tunnel only during controlled testing, and never expose development secrets.


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