> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.contabull.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Create New Application Hero Light Hero Dark Navigate to the **Applications** section in your Contabull dashboard. Click the **Create App** button to start creating a new application. Hero Light Hero Dark Provide a name for your application. For secure API communication, choose one of these options: * Let Contabull generate a key pair for you * Generate your own RSA key pair and upload the public key RSA Private Key Best Practices: * Never share your private key * Store it securely, preferably in an encrypted format * Regularly rotate your keys * Use strong key lengths (minimum 2048 bits) \* Restrict access to the private key file Hero Light Hero Dark In the **Permissions** tab, select the functionalities your application will use. Hero Light Hero Dark After verifying your settings and permissions, click **Create**. Your new application will be listed under the "Applications" section, ready for use.