> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.cloudnosys.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Connecting Your Cloud Providers

> Guide to connecting AWS, GCP, and Azure to Cloudnosys

Cloudnosys allows you to connect and secure your cloud resources across multiple providers, including Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and Microsoft Azure. This guide will walk you through the process of connecting each provider.

## Overview

Once your account is set up, you can connect your cloud provider(s) by following these steps:

<Steps>
  <Step title="Add Your Cloud Account">
    Navigate to the Account section and click "Add Account" to begin the setup process.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Choose Your Provider">
    Select AWS, GCP, or Azure from the list of available cloud providers.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Configure Permissions">
    Grant necessary permissions for Cloudnosys to access and scan your cloud resources.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Deploy Security Resources">
    Deploy additional resources if using the Advanced package (optional).
  </Step>

  <Step title="Validate Connection">
    Verify the connection and start your first security scan.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Adding Your Cloud Account

### Step 1: Navigate to Account Section

* **Log in to your Cloudnosys account**
* **Navigate to the Account Section**
* **Click "Add Account"** to add a new cloud account

### Step 2: Choose Your Provider

From the list, select the cloud provider you wish to connect:

* **Amazon Web Services (AWS)**
* **Google Cloud Platform (GCP)**
* **Microsoft Azure**

### Step 3: Account Configuration

* **Account Name**: Provide a name for your cloud account for identification purposes
* **Choose Package**: Select the desired package: Basic or Advanced

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Basic Package" icon="check-circle">
    Essential Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) with misconfiguration detection and compliance monitoring.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Advanced Package" icon="star">
    Includes Basic features plus CloudXray (malware/CVE detection), EagleEye (real-time threat detection), and enhanced compliance monitoring.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Provider-Specific Setup

<CardGroup cols={3}>
  <Card title="AWS Setup" icon="cloud" href="/product/aws-integration">
    Connect Amazon Web Services with our comprehensive setup guide. Deploy CloudFormation templates and configure IAM roles.
  </Card>

  <Card title="GCP Setup" icon="server" href="/product/gcp-integration">
    Connect Google Cloud Platform with step-by-step instructions. Configure service accounts and select projects.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Azure Setup" icon="server">
    Azure integration is coming soon! Contact our support team for early access.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

<Tip>
  For detailed setup instructions, see our provider-specific guides: [AWS Integration](/product/aws-integration) or [GCP Integration](/product/gcp-integration).
</Tip>

## Package Options

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Basic Package" icon="check-circle">
    Essential Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) capabilities:

    * Misconfiguration Detection
    * Compliance Monitoring
    * Resource Inventory
    * Graph Visualization
  </Card>

  <Card title="Advanced Package" icon="star">
    Everything in Basic, plus:

    * CloudXray (Malware & OS vulnerability detection)
    * EagleEye (Real-time threat detection)
    * Enhanced Compliance frameworks
    * Attack Path Analysis
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Security Considerations

### Permissions Required

Cloudnosys requires specific permissions to monitor your cloud resources:

* **Read-only access** to cloud resources
* **IAM role management** (for AWS)
* **Service account access** (for GCP)
* **Resource discovery capabilities**

### Data Security

* **All data is encrypted** in transit and at rest
* **No sensitive data is stored permanently**
* **Compliance** with SOC 2, ISO 27001, and other standards
* **Regular security audits** and penetration testing

## Troubleshooting Connection Issues

### Common Issues

* **Permission Denied**: Ensure the IAM roles have sufficient permissions
* **Region Access**: Verify that the selected regions are accessible
* **Resource Limits**: Check if you've reached any resource limits
* **Network Connectivity**: Ensure proper network configuration

### Getting Help

If you encounter issues during setup:

* **Check our Troubleshooting Guide**: See our [Troubleshooting](/resources/troubleshooting) page
* **Contact our support team**: Reach out via [Contact Support](/support/contact-support)
* **Schedule a demo**: Request a technical demo with our team