Limited Access App

A Limited Access App is used when leveraging Box View or previewing Box content within another application. This type of application can only interact with a limited number of endpoints.

Authentication methods

Limited Access Apps only support App Token authentication.

Learn more about App Tokens

When to use

A Limited Access App is best used when the application:

• wants to use Box View or only Box's preview services
• only needs to access a limited number of endpoints

Use cases

• Showcasing a creative professional’s portfolio on their website
• Providing user manuals and product spec documents on a support site
• A custom document viewer to view e-books or annotate architectural floor plans

Approval

Limited Access Apps may require approval before use.

Learn how to approve Limited Access Apps