# The Render Network API

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The Render Network Manager app now supports local API access, empowering studios and artists to integrate Render Network seamlessly into their existing production pipelines.

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#### What does API access enable?

With API access, you can:

* Submit jobs programmatically from your pipeline tools
* Manage job statuses and outputs locally
* Create and store rendering presets
* Use [Differential Upload](https://youtu.be/3NTL4fPG8bY?si=bJs54HZVSZZj3Szh) for faster data transfers and asset updates
* Automate job submission, frame management, and retrieval for high-volume production workflows

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#### Why is this important for studios?

Render Network is already trusted by major studios and independent creators for:

* &#x20;**Massively scalable GPU rendering** – overcome local hardware limitations by tapping into a decentralized GPU network
* **️ Cost-efficient rendering** – reduce traditional cloud or on-premise rendering costs
* &#x20;**Pipeline flexibility** – integrate with Cinema 4D, Blender, Houdini, and other major DCCs
* **Advanced output support** – AOVs, multi-pass renders, and secure encrypted job delivery
* **Automated workflow potential** – API access brings Render Network rendering directly into your studio’s scheduling, asset management, and render farm systems

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#### How to request API access

To get started please See this Article about getting **Render API** access:&#x20;

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**Once you’re whitelisted for Render Network API Access, you will also have extended access to the Manager App API Features** where you’ll be granted the ability to generate a **personal access token hash** via your **Permissions** tab in your Render Network web portal account settings.<br>

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#### Where to find your access token

* Navigate to your Permissions tab under your Render Network account settings.
* You will see your Access Hash listed, including scopes and creation date.
* Copy this token securely for use in the Render Network Manager app.

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#### How to connect to the Manager app

1. Open the Render Network Manager app.
2. Under login, select “use access token for auto-login.”
3. Paste your access hash token into the field.
4. Click Login to link your account and unlock API functionality.

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**Note**: Keep your access token confidential. If compromised, revoke it immediately and generate a new token under the Permissions tab.

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**Learn more about Render Network for Studios**

Studios can leverage Render Network for scalable rendering, faster turnaround, and pipeline flexibility with robust security and industry-leading GPU performance.\
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Read more at [rendernetwork.com/participate-studios](https://rendernetwork.com/participate-studios).

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To download the **Manager Application** and **C4D Wizard**, please visit [**Render Network Downloads**](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/render-network-downloads/the-render-network-download-manager-application) page.

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