Solving the Make API 403 Error for New Users

Have you ever encountered a 403 error while trying to list all scenarios for your account through the Make API? If so, you're not alone. This is a common issue that many new Make.com users face, especially those who are on the free trial plan.

The Problem

Here's a typical scenario: You've created a Make account and are using the free trial plan. You want to list all scenarios for your account through the Make API. So, you create a token with scenario: read scope and use it in your Python script. But when you run the script, you get a 403 error with the message 'Forbidden to use token authorization for this organization.' You try creating a new token with the same scope, but still no luck.

The Solution

The solution to this problem is actually quite simple: The Make API is not accessible on the Free Trial/Plan. You need to have a Core Plan or above to use it. You can check out the different plans and their features on the Make Pricing Page.

Further Questions

Now, you might be wondering if you can create a scenario using the Make API the same way you can create one using the Make.com UI. The answer is yes, you can. The Create a Scenario API endpoint allows you to specify blueprints when creating a scenario. However, it's not clear if the connection can be added to the scenario.

Conclusion

In conclusion, if you're facing a 403 error while trying to use the Make API on a free trial plan, the solution is to upgrade to a Core Plan or above. And yes, you can create scenarios using the Make API just like you can with the Make.com UI. Happy Making!

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