Using S3 Keys in Public Management API File Uploads
The Public API uses S3 keys as part of its attachment workflow. Here’s how:
Upload Flow
1. Get a presigned URL — Call the presigned URL endpoint with your filename and file size. The API generates an S3 key automatically (format: {tenantId}/{uuid}) and returns it along with the presigned URL and form fields.
2. Upload to S3 — Use the presigned URL to upload your file directly to S3 (temporary bucket).
3. Submit the S3 key — When creating or updating an attachment via the API, include the s3Key returned from step 1 in your request.
What Happens After Upload
Once you submit the S3 key:
• The system validates the file for malware (using GuardDuty tags) and file size • The file is copied from the temporary bucket to a permanent document bucket • The S3 key is stored with your attachment record
In Responses
Attachments returned by the API include the s3Key field, which can be used to:
• Generate download links (signed URLs valid for 1 hour) • Reference the file for future operations
Important: You cannot choose your own S3 key—it is generated by the system. Always use the S3 key provided by the presigned URL response.