> ## Documentation Index
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# DNS Dumpster

> DNS Dumpster is a passive reconnaissance tool that lists a domain’s subdomains, DNS records, and related infrastructure to help map its external footprint.

## Creating a DNS Dumpster connection

### Using API Key

To create the connection you need:

* An API Key

#### Obtaining the credentials

Your DNS Dumpster API key can be found on your account dashboard after logging in.

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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 **DNS Dumpster** 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 **API Key** as the method to create the connection.
5. Fill in the parameters:
   * The API Key
6. (Optional) Click **Test Connection** to test it.
7. Click **Create connection**. The new connection appears on the **Connections** page.