The video tutorial explains the concept of API tokens in Strapi, focusing on manually generating tokens for third-party access. It covers the differences between application users and third-party services, emphasizing the need for manual token generation for external services. The process of making authenticated requests using these tokens is also discussed, highlighting the similarities with previous lessons.

What is the purpose of API tokens in Strapi?

How can you manually generate an API token?

What types of access can be granted with an API token?

Who typically uses the API tokens generated in Strapi?

Describe the process of making an authenticated request with an API token.