# Getting familiar with API Provider Lifecycle
The common API Provider Lifecycle includes generating and customizing branded API Portals, showcasing and sharing APIs with API Users, and continually iterating and improving API offerings. Our platform empowers you to unlock the value of your APIs by facilitating monetization opportunities. Visit "API Provider Journey Overview" for more details.
You can also refer to our "API Provider Starter Mission Tips" below, which provide step-by-step guide on key features for API Users:
- Provider Mission - Add Your First API
- Provider Mission - Get Your First API Subscriber
- Provider Mission - Get Your Initial API Traffic
- Provider Mission - List Your API On OpenAPIHub
- Provider Mission - Configure Your Portal Theme & Display Information
- Provider Mission - View Your Portal Settings
- Provider Mission - Update Your Provider Profile
- Provider Mission - Set Up API Monetization