Create an API to connect to your Salesforce account

In this topic, you learn how to create an API with the API Designer to connect to your Salesforce account.

Procedure

  1. In the Cockpit, go to Connectivity and click API Designer.

  2. Click Add.

  3. As Type, choose External.

  4. Enter a Name for the API.

  5. Enter the endpoint provided by Salesforce, for example, https://eu16.salesforce.com.

  6. Activate Enable Proxy and Use in App Designer and App Editor.

  7. Navigate to the Authentication tab.

  8. Click Add.

  9. Select a Role and your Salesforce authorization in Proxy Authentication.

  10. Click Save.

Results

  • You have created an API to connect to Salesforce.