enstrayedapi/archive/Enstrayed_Cloud-App_Passwords.md

Using App Passwords on Enstrayed Cloud

App Passwords are credentials used to access your Enstrayed Cloud account from a specific application or device. They are created automatically for many Nextcloud clients, or can be created manually using the steps below.

As Enstrayed Cloud exclusively uses ECLS for sign on, you will need to create app passwords for any device that does not support browser login.

To create an App Password:

1. Login to Enstrayed Cloud
2. Select your profile image in the top right of the page and select 'Personal Settings'
   
3. In the sidebar on the left side of the page, select 'Security'
   
4. Enter a description for the app password, such as the device name or application, then select 'Create new app password'
   
5. You will be presented with a username and unique password; You will use these credentials to access Enstrayed Cloud from your application.