# How to get Pynt ID for CI/CD Authentication

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💡 **Getting Your Pynt ID**: To set up authentication in CI/CD pipelines, you'll need your Pynt ID. Ensure that this ID is securely stored for use in automation and pipeline configurations.
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## Why do I need Pynt-Id

Pynt-Id is your authentication token to Pynt platform it is needed to integrate Pynt into your CI/CD pipeline.

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## How should I get Pynt-Id

There are two ways to get Pynt ID:

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### Via Pynt platform

Go to Settings -> General -> Pynt ID and copy it.

<figure><img src="/files/eSq2eJ6XDbAxvlU3Dbju" alt=""><figcaption><p>Copy PyntID from SaaS</p></figcaption></figure>

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### Via Pynt CLI

In Pynt CLI, Run:

```bash
pynt pynt-id
```

(You will be asked to login on your first time running Pynt)

<figure><img src="/files/XBbwn0ElfjUlSU0ZHXHE" alt=""><figcaption><p>Copy PyntID from Pynt CLI</p></figcaption></figure>

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💡 **Need Help?** For any questions or troubleshooting, reach out to the [**Pynt Community Support**](https://www.pynt.io/community).
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