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Box is a secure, easy-to-use content cloud storage platform built for the entire content lifecycle from file creation and sharing to co-editing, signature, classification, and retention.

Creating a Box connection​

Using Client Secret​

To create the connection you need:

  • A client ID
  • A client secret
  • An enterprise ID

Obtaining the credentials​

  1. Click Dev Console at the bottom of the page.

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  2. Click Create New App.

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  3. Select Custom App.

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  4. Select Server Authentication (Client Credentials Grant), enter you app name and click Create App.

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  5. Click Fetch Client Secret.

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  6. Change the scopes based on the permissions you want to include in your connection.

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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 Box icon. A dialog box with name of the connection and connection methods appears.
  3. (Optional) Edit the name of the connection. At a later stage you cannot edit the name.
  4. Select Client Secret as the method to create the connection.
  5. Fill in the parameters:
    • The client ID
    • The client secret
    • The enterprise ID
  6. (Optional) Click Test Connection to test it.
  7. Click Create connection. The new connection appears on the Connections page.