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Retrieve a credential from the local vault.
Add it to a process
In the process designer, open the Add step tab. Find Retrieve a credential from the local vault under Security, or type its name in the search box, and drag it onto the canvas.
Fields
| Field | Required | What it does |
|---|---|---|
| Credential name | Yes | Credential name |
| Variable | Yes | Variable to store result Default: credential. |
| Field | No | Specific field to retrieve (returns all if omitted) |
What it gives back
{credential}– Credential value or dict of all fields
See all Security steps.
Errors
| Error | Description |
|---|---|
| Credential not found | No credential exists with the specified name |
| Decryption failed | The credential could not be decrypted, possibly due to a corrupted key |
Tips
- Use the field parameter to get just the password or token instead of the full credential object
- Omit the field parameter to retrieve all fields as an object