# APIs

APIs are essential for different systems to connect and communicate with each other. They define how applications interact, exchange data, and execute functions without needing to understand each other’s internal workings. \
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In the context of **iSHARE**, APIs form the backbone for secure, standardised, and automated data sharing between multiple stakeholders across sectors like logistics, energy, and agriculture.

Within the **iSHARE Framework**, specific APIs-such as **token**, **delegation**, and **capabilities**—are crucial for enabling trust-driven and compliant data exchange.

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[Capabilities endpoint](/apply-ishare/apis/capabilities-endpoint.md)
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