# Run Pynt Container

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💡 **Running Pynt Container**: The Pynt container is needed to perform API security tests locally. It acts as the engine that executes the security scans, processing API traffic in real-time and applying context-aware tests to detect vulnerabilities.
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## Setup

1. First, make sure Pynt's [prerequisites](/documentation/api-security-testing/prerequisites-for-running-pynt-scans.md) are met.
2. Follow the instructions to install Pynt container [here](/documentation/api-security-testing/how-to-install-pynt-cli.md).

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## Running Pynt CLI Command for Postman 

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💡 **Postman CLI Command**: Running Pynt for Postman CLI command is required to allow **Pynt's container** to communicate with the Postman application. This ensures that security tests generated by Pynt can be executed efficiently within the Postman environment.
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### Basic usage

```bash
pynt postman
```

### Optional arguments

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```bash
    --port - set the port pynt will listen to (DEFAULT: 5001)
    --insecure - use when target uses self signed certificates
    --host-ca - path to the CA file in PEM format to enable SSL certificate verification for pynt when running through a VPN.
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💡 **Pynt CLI Troubleshooting**: If you're encountering issues with Pynt's CLI, visit the [**Pynt CLI Troubleshooting Guide**](https://docs.pynt.io/documentation/api-security-testing/pynt-scans-troubleshooting/pynt-cli-troubleshooting) for solutions and troubleshooting tips.
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💡 **Still Need Help?** For any questions or troubleshooting, reach out to the [**Pynt Community Support**](https://www.pynt.io/community).
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