Quick start

Credentials

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Credentials are used to authenticate MCP servers.

Step 1: Create a Nango account

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Step 2: Get your Nango secret key

Once you have created your Nango account, you can get your Nango secret key from the Nango dashboard.

Environment Settings > Secret Key

Step 3: Set the Nango secret key at your project's root .env file

NANGO_SECRET_KEY=your_nango_secret_key

Step 4: Restart the dashboard server

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Step 5: Start creating credentials

In the visual builder, navigate to the Credentials page in the left sidebar and click "New Credential".

Select "Bearer Authentication" and click "Create Credential". You'll then be prompted to enter your API key.