# Retrieve Payment Credential

To communicate with any DOKU API, make sure you have Client ID and Secret Key.

Follow the outlined steps to obtain the Client ID and Secret Key.

1. Login to your DOKU Dashboard.
2. On the Dashboard, go to Integrations > API Keys. 

   *API Keys* page is displayed.

<figure><img src="/files/SmXafueCt7Kz4EEbXZZc" alt=""><figcaption><p>API Keys Page Dashboard</p></figcaption></figure>

### **Save your payment credential**

You can save it in your device or anywhere you think is safe. Also, you can visit this page later if you need to see your payment credential.

{% hint style="info" %}
**CAUTION**

Please keep your Client ID and Secret Key confidential, especially your Production Client ID and Secret Key. It is your payment credential to accept payments.
{% endhint %}

### What's Next ?&#x20;

You now can start integrating with DOKU. You can choose which integration type that suits your business needs.


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