> ## 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.

# Recorded Future

> The Recorded Future platform aggregates and analyzes data from diverse online sources using advanced analytics and machine learning to provide actionable insights and predictions for enhancing cybersecurity.

## Creating a Recorded Future connection[​](#creating-a-recorded-future-connection "Direct link to Creating a Recorded Future connection")

## Using API Keys[​](#using-api-keys "Direct link to Using API Keys")

To create the connection you need:

* An 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 **Recorded Future** 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.