# \[Optional] Connect with Jama Client ID & Secret

If you prefer to connect to Jama using a Client ID & Secret, follow the instructions below.

### Generate a Jama Client ID & Secret

1. In Jama, click on your name in the upper-right hand corner to access your profile.

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2. In the pop-up window, select **Set API Credentials**

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3. Enter a name for the credentials and click **Create API Credentials.** Copy these credentials - you will not be able to access them again (but you can always create new ones).

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4. Back in Violet, select **Client ID and Secret** under Authentication Method, and enter the credentials you just created. Click **Connect with credentials.**&#x20;

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5. Once connected, configure your integration (optional), then click **Create.** You're done!


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