Filestack Technical Glossary
Comprehensive reference for Filestack platform architecture and services
File API
API
Foundational RESTful API that provides programmatic control over the entire lifecycle of stored files.
Base Endpoint
https://www.Filestackapi.com/api/file
Core Operations
- File downloading and retrieval
- Metadata access and modification
- File overwriting and deletion
- Storage management
Security Implementation
Sensitive operations (overwrite, delete) require Security Policies and Signatures for authentication and authorization.
Server-Side Focus
Provides backend control for automated content management, archival, and business rule enforcement, complementing File Picker’s user-facing functionality.
📚 Filestack Documentation
Learn more about File API in the official Filestack documentation: