> ## 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.

# UKG Pro HCM

> UKG Pro HCM is a cloud-based human capital management platform that helps organizations manage payroll, benefits, talent, and workforce data in one integrated system.

## Creating an UKG Pro HCM connection

### Using Username & Password

To create the connection you need:

* An API Address
* A Username
* A Password
* An US Customer API Key

#### Obtaining the credentials

For more information about obtaining credentials, please refer to [UKG Pro HCM documentation](https://developer.ukg.com/hcm/docs/web-service-account)

#### 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 **UKG Pro HCM** 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 **Username & Password** as the method to create the connection.
5. Fill in the parameters:
   * The API Address
   * The Username
   * The Password
   * The US Customer API Key
6. (Optional) Click **Test Connection** to test it.
7. Click **Create connection**. The new connection appears on the **Connections** page.