# Configure Automated Integrations

Connect automated integrations to continuously sync and monitor security findings from external systems.

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## Connect Automated Integration

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Each integration has its own connection method. Some integrations use **OAuth**, while others require **API tokens** or credentials. WatchDog Security only requires **read-only access** when connecting integrations.
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<Steps>

<Step title="Sign in to WatchDog Security">
  Sign in to the [**WatchDog Security Platform**](app.watchdogsecurity.io).
</Step>

<Step title="Open Integrations">
  Navigate to **Management** → **Integrations**
        <CardGroup cols={3}>
    <Card title="View Integration Docs" href="/integrations" icon="ph-bold-plug-charging">
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</Step>

<Step title="Add Integration">
  Click **Add Integration** to start connecting a new integration.
</Step>

<Step title="Select Integration">
  Choose the integration you want to connect.
</Step>

<Step title="Authenticate Integration">
  Complete the required authentication flow for the integration.
</Step>

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## What Happens Next

<TipInfo>The integration begins syncing data automatically after connection.</TipInfo>
<TipInfo>Automated monitors are generated based on the integration data.</TipInfo>
<TipInfo>Findings continue to update as the integration syncs.</TipInfo>

## Troubleshooting

<AccordionGroup>

<Accordion title="Integration Not Syncing" defaultOpen>
- Verify authentication was completed successfully  
- Ensure required permissions are granted (read-only is sufficient)  
</Accordion>

<Accordion title="No Monitors Generated">
- Allow time for the initial sync to complete  
- Confirm the integration contains accessible data  
</Accordion>

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