| #https://www.notion.so/n8n/Frontmatter-432c2b8dff1f43d4b1c8d20075510fe4 | |
| title: AlienVault credentials | |
| description: Documentation for the AlienVault credentials. Use these credentials to authenticate AlienVault in n8n, a workflow automation platform. | |
| contentType: [integration, reference] | |
| priority: medium | |
| # AlienVault credentials | |
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| ## Prerequisites | |
| Create an [AlienVault](https://otx.alienvault.com){:target=_blank .external-link} account. | |
| ## Supported authentication methods | |
| - API key | |
| ## Related resources | |
| Refer to [AlienVault's documentation](https://otx.alienvault.com/api){:target=_blank .external-link} for more information about the service. | |
| This is a credential-only node. Refer to [Custom API operations](/integrations/custom-operations.md) to learn more. View [example workflows and related content](https://n8n.io/integrations/alienvault/){:target=_blank .external-link} on n8n's website. | |
| ## Using API key | |
| To configure this credential, you'll need: | |
| - An **OTX Key**: Once you have an AlienVault account, the **OTX Key** displays in your **Settings**. |