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

# Connecting Your Data

> Learn how to connect your databases to TensorStax

## Overview

<img className="block dark:hidden" src="https://i.imgur.com/pTpKF3S.gif" alt="Data Connection Process" />

<img className="hidden dark:block" src="https://i.imgur.com/pTpKF3S.gif" alt="Data Connection Process" />

<Note>
  **Security** - Your database credentials are now safely encrypted and stored. All credentials are secured in an isolated HashiCorp Vault.
</Note>

TensorStax makes it easy to connect your data sources securely. Follow this step-by-step guide to set up your database connections.

## Connection Steps

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion icon="gear" title="Step 1: Access Integrations">
    Navigate to the **Integrations** panel on the left sidebar of your TensorStax dashboard.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="plus" title="Step 2: Create New Connection">
    Click the **Create New Connection** button in the top right corner of the integrations page.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="key" title="Step 3: Enter Database Credentials">
    Fill in your database credentials in the connection form. All credentials are securely encrypted before storage.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="snowflake" title="Step 4: Configure DB Creds">
    If you're connecting to Snowflake, you can choose to connect to specific databases or select all databases.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="wifi" title="Step 5: Test Connection">
    The system will test your connection to ensure everything is configured correctly.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="check" title="Step 6: Connection Secured">
    Upon successful connection, you'll see the confirmation screen indicating your database credentials are now safely encrypted and stored.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Security

<Tip>
  Make sure to have your database credentials ready, including host, port, username, and password.
</Tip>

* All database credentials are encrypted before storage
* Credentials are stored in an isolated HashiCorp Vault
* Connections use industry-standard security protocols
* Access is controlled through role-based permissions

## Supported Databases

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Snowflake" icon="snowflake">
    Cloud data warehouse with scalable compute and storage.
  </Card>

  <Card title="PostgreSQL" icon="database">
    Open-source relational database with advanced features.
  </Card>

  <Card title="MySQL" icon="database">
    Popular open-source relational database management system.
  </Card>

  <Card title="BigQuery" icon="chart-bar">
    Google Cloud's serverless data warehouse for analytics.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Amazon S3" icon="cloud">
    Scalable object storage for data archiving and backup.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Databricks" icon="database">
    Coming Soon - Unified analytics platform for big data and ML.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

<Note>
  TensorStax supports many more database types. Contact support if you need help connecting a specific database.
</Note>

## Troubleshooting

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion icon="warning" title="Connection Failed">
    If your connection test fails:

    * **Verify credentials**: Double-check your username, password, host, and port
    * **Check network access**: Ensure your database allows connections from TensorStax IP addresses
    * **Firewall settings**: Verify your network firewall allows the connection
    * **Database permissions**: Confirm your user has the necessary permissions
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="clock" title="Slow Connection">
    If the connection is taking too long:

    * Check your internet connection
    * Verify the database server is responsive
    * Consider if there are any network latency issues
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="question" title="Need Help?">
    Contact our support team if issues persist. Include:

    * Database type and version
    * Error messages received
    * Network configuration details
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Next Steps

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Browse Schemas" icon="sitemap" href="#">
    Explore your database tables, views, and relationships.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Clone Your Repo" icon="download" href="/repository-cloning">
    Get started by cloning your repository.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>