# Cloudshelf (prebuilt connector)

## Description

[Cloudshelf](https://cloudshelf.ai/) is a (SaaS) platform that helps retailers improve in-store shopping experiences by combining digital assets with physical stores.  

## API documentation

API documentation for Cloudshelf (used to build this connector) can be found via the link below:

{% embed url="<https://documentation.cloudshelf.ai/getting-started/welcome>" %}

## Authentication&#x20;

When adding connector instances for Cloudshelf, the following authentication methods are supported:

* [Token authentication](#token-authentication)

### Token authentication

When a user chooses to [add a connector instance](https://doc.wearepatchworks.com/product-documentation/connectors-and-instances/working-with-instances/adding-an-instance) using **token** authentication, the credentials below are prompted:

<table><thead><tr><th>Credential</th><th width="162" data-type="checkbox">Required?</th><th>Notes</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><code>token</code></td><td>true</td><td>Enter the API key provided for your Cloudshelf account. You should receive an API key via email after creating a Cloudshelf account - for more information please see <a href="https://documentation.cloudshelf.ai/getting-started/authentication">this Cloudshelf guide</a>.</td></tr></tbody></table>