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# Forcepoint DLP

> Forcepoint DLP (Data Loss Prevention) is a security solution that helps organizations prevent sensitive data from being lost or stolen.

It uses a combination of techniques such as content analysis, policy enforcement, and incident response to detect and prevent data exfiltration.

It can monitor network traffic, email, and other forms of data communication for sensitive information and take action to prevent it from being transmitted or accessed by unauthorized individuals. It also includes features such as data encryption, data masking and incident reporting.

## Creating a Forcepoint DLP connection[​](#creating-a-forcepoint-dlp-connection "Direct link to Creating a Forcepoint DLP connection")

To create the connection you need:

* Server Address
* Application Username
* Application Password

### 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 **Forcepoint DLP** 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 **Basic Authentication** as the method to make the connection.

5. Fill in the parameters:

   * Server Address
   * Application Username
   * Application Password

6. (Optional) Click **Test Connection** to test it.

7. Click **Create connection**. The new connection appears on the **Connections** page.