I recently updated my API with new functionality and need to rename it on the RapidAPI marketplace. I’ve been looking through the dashboard and settings but can’t locate where to edit the API name. I checked the general settings, API configuration, and marketplace sections but the rename option isn’t visible anywhere. Has anyone successfully changed their API listing name before? I want to make sure the new title reflects all the additional features I added. Any guidance on finding this setting would be really helpful since I’ve spent quite a bit of time searching for it.
Same thing happened to me last month! Go to your API overview page, then click the three dots menu next to your API status. You’ll find ‘marketplace settings’ there - the edit title option’s hiding in that section. Just heads up, approval takes about 2 days which sucks.
Had this exact issue when I rebranded my payment processing API. Go to ‘API Management’ first, then pick your API from the list. In the individual API view, look for ‘Marketplace Information’ - not general settings. That’s where you’ll find the title field with description and category options. Pro tip: follow their naming guidelines or they’ll reject it and you’ll resubmit. Changing the title won’t mess with your API endpoint URLs - just the marketplace display name. Approval took 36 hours for me, so plan ahead if you’ve got marketing campaigns lined up.
The Problem:
You’re unable to locate the setting to rename your API on the RapidAPI marketplace, despite searching through various dashboard sections. You need to update the API’s name to reflect newly added features.
Understanding the “Why” (The Root Cause):
The RapidAPI dashboard’s organization can be initially confusing. The API name editing function isn’t prominently displayed in general settings; it’s nested within more specialized API management sections. This often leads to users searching in the wrong areas. Furthermore, the approval process following a name change adds a delay before the changes are visible on the marketplace.
Step-by-Step Guide:
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Locate the API Name Editing Setting: Navigate to the Provider Dashboard within the RapidAPI platform. Find your specific API listing from the list of your APIs. Then, look for an “API Details” or “API Management” section. Within that section, you should find a field specifically labeled “Title,” “API Name,” or a similar designation with an edit icon (usually a pencil) next to the current title. Click this to modify the API name. Make sure to carefully follow RapidAPI’s naming guidelines to prevent rejection.
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Save Changes and Await Approval: After entering the new name, save your changes. Be aware that RapidAPI typically has an approval process for API name changes to ensure quality and consistency on their marketplace. This approval can take anywhere from 24 to 48 hours, sometimes even longer.
Common Pitfalls & What to Check Next:
- Incorrect Dashboard Section: Double-check that you are in the correct section of the RapidAPI provider dashboard. The settings aren’t always intuitively placed.
- Naming Guidelines: Review RapidAPI’s API naming guidelines before submitting. Failure to adhere to these guidelines can lead to rejection and delay.
- Approval Process: Remember the approval process takes time. Do not panic if your name change doesn’t show up immediately.
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The title editing feature is in the Provider Dashboard under API Details, not in the general settings like many might expect. You need to navigate to your specific API from the provider dashboard and then access the API management tab. There, you should find a pencil icon or an edit button next to your current title which allows you to change it. Just keep in mind that title changes require approval from RapidAPI’s review team, so it might take 24 to 48 hours for the changes to go live. I learned this the hard way when I rebranded one of my APIs last year and couldn’t understand why nothing updated immediately.
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