> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.blinkops.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Flare.io

> Flare proactively monitors your organization's digital footprint to detect threats and reduce risks. It empowers teams to safeguard assets, ensuring security across the digital landscape.

## Creating a Flare.io connection[​](#creating-a-flareio-connection "Direct link to Creating a Flare.io connection")

## Using API Token[​](#using-api-token "Direct link to Using API Token")

To create the connection you need:

* An API Key

### Obtaining the credentials[​](#obtaining-the-credentials "Direct link to Obtaining the credentials")

1. Go to your [Flare.io Profile page](https://app.flare.io/#/login?redirect=%2Fprofile).

2. On the sidebar, go to **Configure** > **Profile** > **API Keys**.

3. Generate and copy your new API Key.

### Creating your connection[​](#creating-your-connection "Direct link to 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 **Flare.io** 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 Token** 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.