--- #https://www.notion.so/n8n/Frontmatter-432c2b8dff1f43d4b1c8d20075510fe4 title: _Name_ credentials description: Documentation for the _Name_ credentials. Use these credentials to authenticate _Name_ in n8n, a workflow automation platform. contentType: [integration, reference] --- # _Name_ credentials You can use these credentials to authenticate the following nodes: * _List of apps_ * _That use these credentials_ --8<-- "_snippets/integrations/builtin/credentials/cred-only-statement.md" ## Prerequisites _Include info on services they need to sign up for or required account settings/permissions_ ## Supported authentication methods * _List of supported auth methods. Identify if methods should only be used for certain purposes_ ## Related resources Refer to [_Name_'s API documentation]() for more information about the service. ## Using _Auth method_ To configure this credential, you'll need a _add link to account login or app page_ account and: - _List of fields they'll need to fill out within n8n and a brief description of what those fields are_ _Add an intro statement that makes sense. For example: To generate an access token, create a Slack app:_ 1. _Detailed numbered instructions to configure credential. Add links to specific docs here if there are any that are relevant._ Refer to [_Name_'s API documentation]() for more information about authenticating to the service. --8<-- "_snippets/integrations/builtin/credentials/cloud-oauth-button.md" If you're [self-hosting](/hosting/index.md) n8n, you'll need to _create an app_ to configure OAuth2. Refer to [_Name_'s OAuth documentation]() for more information about setting up OAuth2. If you're [self-hosting](/hosting/index.md) n8n, you'll need to _create an app_ to configure OAuth2. To do so: 1. _Detailed numbered instructions to create app for OAuth2 and configure credential. Add links to specific docs here if there are any that are relevant._ Refer to [_Name_'s OAuth documentation]() for more information about setting up OAuth2. ## Common issues Here are some common errors and issues with the _Name_ node and steps to resolve or troubleshoot them.