> ## 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.

# Sophos

> Sophos seamlessly integrates with your current cybersecurity infrastructure, delivering a robust solution to fortify your digital defenses. As a trusted name in next-gen cybersecurity solutions, Sophos empowers organizations to effortlessly align their cybersecurity efforts with diverse tools and systems.

## Creating a Sophos connection[​](#creating-a-sophos-connection "Direct link to Creating a Sophos connection")

## Using API Credentials[​](#using-api-credentials "Direct link to Using API Credentials")

To create the connection you need:

* A Client ID
* A Client Secret

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

Follow the [Sophos documentation](https://developer.sophos.com/getting-started-tenant) on how to `Create a service principal (Step 1)`.

### 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 **Sophos** 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 Credentials** as the method to create the connection.

5. Fill in the parameters:

   * The Client ID
   * The Client Secret

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

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