# Creating credential

Setting up Linked API in n8n requires two steps: **getting your API tokens** and **creating credential**. This guide walks you through both steps.

## Getting your tokens

1. Sign up at [Linked API Platform](https://app.linkedapi.io/).
2. Choose your plan and start your 7-day free trial.
3. Connect your LinkedIn account (it takes about 2 minutes).
4. Copy your tokens from the dashboard (as shown below):

![](/images/docs/tokens.webp)

## Creating n8n credential

1. In your n8n workflow, add any Linked API action.
2. Click the "Create new credential" in the action settings.

![](/images/docs/add-credentials-n8n.webp)

3. Paste your tokens into the displayed fields.

![](/images/docs/paste-tokens-n8n.webp)

4. Click "Save". Your credential is now ready to use.

## Multiple LinkedIn accounts

If you manage multiple LinkedIn accounts, create a separate credential for each one. Every account has its own **Identification Token**, while the **Linked API Token** remains the same. You can then switch between accounts by selecting different credentials.