> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.sidecardata.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Metabase

> Connect your Metabase instance to Sidecar

## 1. Create a Metabase API key

1. Click the gear icon in the top right, then select **Admin settings**.
2. In the left-hand menu, click on **Settings**, then **Authentication**.
3. Scroll down to the **API Keys** section and click the **Manage** button.
4. Click the **Create API Key** button.
5. Create a new API Key:
   * **Key name:** Give it a descriptive name (e.g., `Sidecar`)
   * **Select a Group:** Select **Administrator**
6. Copy the value displayed on the screen.

<Warning>
  The API key will not be visible again after you leave the page. Save it somewhere safe.
</Warning>

## 2. Connect Metabase to Sidecar

1. In the Integrations page, navigate to the `Metabase` integration.
2. In the `Metabase URL` field, input your Metabase URL (e.g., `https://your_account.metabaseapp.com`).
3. In the `API Key` field, input the key you copied in Step 1.
4. Click `Test` then `Save`.