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# Lightdash

> Connect your Lightdash project to Sidecar

## Requirements

* A Lightdash account for your organization
* A Lightdash project to integrate with Sidecar
* A Lightdash Personal Access Token (PAT)

## 1. Get your Instance URL and Project ID

Navigate to the general settings for your Lightdash project. The settings can be accessed by clicking the gear icon or directly via URL:

```
https://{your_instance_url}/generalSettings/projectManagement/{your_project_uuid}/settings
```

## 2. Create a Personal Access Token

Sidecar needs a PAT to interact with the Lightdash API on your organization's behalf.

1. Navigate to the Personal Access Tokens page:
   ```
   https://{your_instance_url}/generalSettings/personalAccessTokens
   ```
2. Create a new token.

<Note>
  It is recommended that the PAT you configure for Sidecar is created with **no expiration date**. Save the PAT in a password manager — after you navigate away, you cannot view it again.
</Note>

## 3. Connect Lightdash to Sidecar

1. Go to the **Integrations** page in Sidecar.
2. Find and click on the **Lightdash** integration under "Browse integrations".
3. Enter your **Instance URL**, **Project ID**, and **PAT**.
4. Click **Test** then **Save**.