# Setup Guide

This guide will help you set up Koala as a destination in the RudderStack dashboard. It also lists the configuration settings required to correctly send data from the supported sources to Koala.

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Koala integrates natively with RudderStack. All you need to do is ensure both Koala and RudderStack are instrumented correctly.

See Koala's [RudderStack integration docs](https://getkoala.com/docs/integrations/rudderstack) for more information.
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## Connection compatibility

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## Setup

In your [RudderStack dashboard](https://app.rudderstack.com/), add a source. Then, from the list of destinations, select **Koala**.

### Connection settings

| Setting | Description |
| :----| :-----|
| Destination name | Assign a name to uniquely identify the destination. |
| Public Key | Enter your Koala public key from the Koala workspace by going to **Settings** > **Install**. <br /><br />**Note**: This key is required to install the Koala snippet on your website. |

### Advanced settings

Configure the below settings to receive your data correctly in Koala.

| Setting | Description |
| :----| :-----|
| Consent management settings | Configure the consent management settings for the specified source by choosing the **Consent management provider** from the dropdown and entering the relevant consent category IDs. See [Consent Management in RudderStack]({{< ref "data-governance/consent-management/overview.md" >}}) for more information on this feature. |

## Next steps

- [Send events in cloud mode]({{< ref "destinations/streaming-destinations/koala/cloud-mode.md" >}})

## FAQ 

#### **Where can I find the Koala public key?**

1. Log in to your [Koala dashboard](https://app.getkoala.com/users/login).
2. In the top right section, click **Settings** > **Install**. You should be able to see your public key listed in the **Public keys** section.

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