Filestack Technical Glossary
Comprehensive reference for Filestack platform architecture and services
Handles
Core Component
The unique, alphanumeric identifier assigned to every file upon successful upload to the Filestack platform, serving as the primary key throughout the file’s lifecycle.
Handle Architecture
Functions as the central concept that links all of Filestack’s services together, providing a single identifier for complete platform access.
Universal Usage
- CDN delivery URLs
- Processing API transformations
- File API operations
- Security policy references
Developer Benefits
Dramatically simplifies API surface area – developers only need to store this single string to gain full access to all Filestack capabilities for that file.
📚 Filestack Documentation
Learn more about Handles in the official Filestack documentation: