# Adding Credentials

You can add a PostgreSQL instance using a PostgreSQL user account by selecting the already configured credentials for PostgreSQL user account or define new ones.

For more information about Credential Manager, see Store Account Information with Credential Manager.

## Procedure

1. Click the + icon beside the Credentials list.

   The Add Credential dialog box appears.

2. From Account type list, select a database account.

3. From the Database type, select a database.

4. From the Credential Vault list, select a credential vault to store credentials for different types of accounts.

5. In the Credential name box, enter a name for the credential.

6. Azure AD/AWS IAM Authentication is disabled. Underneath that, provide the Username and Password for accessing the PostgreSQL application.

7. The SSL certificate toggle key is unselected by default. By moving the this toggle key to right, you can perform the following actions:

   - In the SSL CA file field, provide the SSL CA file path on the proxy computer.

   - In the SSL Cert file field, provide the SSL certificate file path on the proxy computer.

   - In the SSL Key file field, provide the SSL key file path on the proxy computer.

8. In the Description box, enter the details of the credential.

9. Click Save.

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