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This article describes the RPA Vault functionality to store a credential.
For a full list of available functions, please read VAULT functions.
Description
The Store credential function stores a credential in the vault with one or more secret fields. Credentials are encrypted locally and never synced to the server.
Setting it up
To use the Store credential function, follow these instructions:
{{popups:rpas/add:action=vault-set}}
Once on a process map:
- Navigate to the process where you would like to add the Store credential function
- Click on the green button’s drop-down (right side of the green button labelled “Process”)
- On the menu that appears, click on the “+ Activity” item
- From here you can select the VAULT Store credential option
- Click "Add" once you are done
Input parameters
| Parameter | Required | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Name | Yes | Text | - | The name for the credential |
| Username | No | Text | - | The username to store |
| Password | No | Text | - | The password to store |
| API Key | No | Text | - | The API key to store |
| Token | No | Text | - | The token to store |
| Connection String | No | Text | - | The connection string to store |
Output variables
This action does not produce output variables.
Errors
| Error | Description |
|---|---|
| Encryption failed | The credential could not be encrypted |
Tips
- Credentials are encrypted locally and never synced to the server
- Store credentials in the vault instead of hardcoding them in process variables