# Create a New Automox User and a New Automox API Key

## Create a New Automox User

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If a user is already created with the correct role, proceed to the [*Create a New Automox API Key*](#create-a-new-automox-api-key) section.
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#### **Step 1:**

* Log into the Automox Management Console using your assigned credentials.
* In the **Settings** menu, select **Users**.

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* Select **ADD USER** to display the **ADD USER** form. 

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#### Step 2:

* Enter an **Email Address**. It must be a secure account from your organization. 
* Select the **Role** of **Read Only**.
* Select **Send Invitation**. 

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#### **Step 3:**

* A confirmation email is sent to the email address provided above to complete the initial login process and establish a password. Click **Create Your Account** to enter a **First Name** and **Last Name** and a **Password.** 
  * A recommended **First Name** and **Last Name** is **Epiphany User**. 
  * Be sure your password meets your organization's password policy. 

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## Create a New Automox API Key

#### Step 1:

* In the **Settings** menu, select **Keys**. 

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* Select **Add**.

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#### Step 2:

* Enter an **API Key Name**. A recommended name is **Epiphany**.
* Select **Create**.

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* The API key displays. Click the copy icon to copy it, then store it securely.&#x20;