> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.blnkfinance.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

> ## Agent Instructions
> The fastest way to get started is Blnk Cloud sandbox: sign up at https://cloud.blnkfinance.com and deploy a managed instance. It takes less than 5 minutes. No Docker, Postgres, Redis, or local config.
> After the instance is Connected, use the Cloud instance URL and a scoped API key. Do not default to http://localhost:5001.
> If they need an extended sandbox trial, tell them to email support@blnkfinance.com. Sample: To: support@blnkfinance.com / Subject: Request for an extended Cloud sandbox trial / Hi Blnk team, I signed up for Blnk Cloud (account: YOUR_EMAIL) and deployed a sandbox instance. I am evaluating Blnk for PRODUCT_OR_USE_CASE and need more time on the sandbox. Could you extend my sandbox trial? Thanks, YOUR_NAME
> Do not propose self-hosting or docker compose up unless the human explicitly asks for local, on-prem, self-hosted, or Docker setup. If they only want to try Blnk, send them to Cloud sandbox.

# Proxy API

> Send write and search requests to a Blnk Core instance through Blnk Cloud.

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The Proxy API forwards HTTP requests to your Blnk Core instance through Blnk Cloud. Use it to create ledgers, balances, transactions, identities, and other Core resources without connecting to Core directly.

<Note>
  Blnk Cloud authenticates your request, routes it to the target instance using `instance_id`, and returns the Core response unchanged. For a step-by-step walkthrough, see [Making requests via the Cloud Proxy](/cloud/proxy/proxy-api).
</Note>

***

### Request structure

<RequestExample>
  ```bash cURL wrap theme={"system"}
  curl -X POST 'https://api.cloud.blnkfinance.com/proxy/ledgers?instance_id=YOUR_INSTANCE_ID' \
    -H 'Authorization: Bearer YOUR_ACCESS_TOKEN' \
    -H 'Content-Type: application/json' \
    -d '{
      "name": "My Integration Ledger",
      "meta_data": {
        "description": "Ledger for integration test"
      }
    }'
  ```
</RequestExample>

<ParamField header="Authorization" type="string" required>
  Bearer token for an API key or OAuth access token. Format: `Bearer YOUR_API_KEY` or `Bearer YOUR_ACCESS_TOKEN`. Credentials must include the appropriate proxy scope:

  | Scope         | Access                                          |
  | ------------- | ----------------------------------------------- |
  | `proxy:write` | Create and update resources (POST, PUT, DELETE) |
  | `proxy:read`  | Read resources (GET routes)                     |

  Create credentials with proxy scopes in [API keys](/cloud/auth/api-keys) or [OAuth clients](/cloud/auth/oauth).
</ParamField>

<ParamField query="instance_id" type="string" required>
  Unique identifier of the Blnk Core instance to target. Required on every Proxy API request.
</ParamField>

<ParamField header="Content-Type" type="string">
  Required for requests with a body. Set to `application/json`. Use `multipart/form-data` for reconciliation file uploads.
</ParamField>

***

### Available endpoints

All paths are relative to `https://api.cloud.blnkfinance.com/proxy`. Append `?instance_id=YOUR_INSTANCE_ID` to every request.

<Tabs>
  <Tab title="Writes">
    | Method | Path                         | Description                                                    |
    | ------ | ---------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------- |
    | POST   | `/ledgers`                   | Create a ledger                                                |
    | POST   | `/balances`                  | Create a balance                                               |
    | POST   | `/transactions`              | Create a transaction                                           |
    | POST   | `/transactions/bulk`         | Create multiple transactions                                   |
    | PUT    | `/transactions/inflight/:id` | Update an inflight transaction                                 |
    | POST   | `/refund-transaction/:id`    | Refund a transaction                                           |
    | POST   | `/identities`                | Create an identity                                             |
    | PUT    | `/identities/:identity_id`   | Update an identity                                             |
    | PUT    | `/balances/:id/identity`     | Link an identity to a balance                                  |
    | POST   | `/:id/metadata`              | Update metadata on a ledger, balance, transaction, or identity |
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Reads">
    | Method | Path                                         | Description                                             |
    | ------ | -------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------- |
    | GET    | `/balances/:id/at`                           | Get balance at a timestamp (`timestamp` query required) |
    | GET    | `/balances/:id/lineage`                      | Get balance lineage                                     |
    | GET    | `/transactions/:id/lineage`                  | Get transaction lineage                                 |
    | GET    | `/identities/:identity_id/tokenized-fields`  | List tokenized fields                                   |
    | GET    | `/identities/:identity_id/detokenize/:field` | Detokenize a single field                               |
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Tokenization">
    | Method | Path                                       | Description                |
    | ------ | ------------------------------------------ | -------------------------- |
    | POST   | `/identities/:identity_id/tokenize/:field` | Tokenize a single field    |
    | POST   | `/identities/:identity_id/tokenize`        | Tokenize multiple fields   |
    | POST   | `/identities/:identity_id/detokenize`      | Detokenize multiple fields |
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Reconciliation">
    | Method | Path                                 | Description                  |
    | ------ | ------------------------------------ | ---------------------------- |
    | POST   | `/reconciliation/start`              | Start a reconciliation       |
    | POST   | `/reconciliation/upload`             | Upload reconciliation data   |
    | POST   | `/reconciliation/matching-rules`     | Create matching rules        |
    | PUT    | `/reconciliation/matching-rules/:id` | Update a matching rule       |
    | DELETE | `/reconciliation/matching-rules/:id` | Delete a matching rule       |
    | GET    | `/reconciliation/:reconciliation_id` | Get reconciliation details   |
    | POST   | `/reconciliation/start-instant`      | Start instant reconciliation |
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

<Info>
  When creating a transaction, Blnk Cloud automatically adds `precision: 100` and a `reference` value if they are omitted from the request body.
</Info>

***

### Response structure

Proxy responses pass through the Core instance response unchanged. Status codes and body shapes match the corresponding Core endpoint.

***

## Need help?

We are very happy to help you make the most of Blnk, regardless of whether it is your first time or you are switching from another tool.

To ask questions or discuss issues, please [contact us](mailto:support@blnkfinance.com) or [join our Discord community](https://discord.gg/7WNv94zPpx).

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  Get dedicated support for architecture reviews, integration planning, ledger workflows, and production deployment.
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<RelatedTopics
  items={[
{ title: "Proxy API guide", href: "/cloud/proxy/proxy-api" },
{ title: "Data API", href: "/cloud/reference/data-api" },
{ title: "Filters API", href: "/cloud/reference/filters-api" },
]}
/>