> ## Documentation Index
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> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Astrix

> Astrix Security is a cloud-based security platform that protects non-human identities across SaaS, IaaS, and PaaS environments.

## Creating an Astrix connection

### Using Client ID & Secret

To create the connection you need:

* A Client ID
* A Client Secret

#### Obtaining the credentials

In order to obtain the **client ID** & **Secret**, please contact your CSM at Astrix.

#### Creating your connection

1. In the Blink platform, navigate to the **Connections** page > **Add connection**. A New Connection dialog box opens displaying icons of external service providers available.
2. Select the **Astrix** icon. A dialog box with name of the connection and connection methods appear.
3. (Optional) Edit the name of the connection. At a later stage you cannot edit the name.
4. Select **Client ID & Secret** as the method to create the connection.
5. Fill in the parameters:
   * The Client ID
   * The Client Secret
6. (Optional) Click **Test Connection** to test it.
7. Click **Create connection**. The new connection appears on the **Connections** page.