1 - Configure the API connection to your PSA

Modified on Thu, 21 Nov at 12:58 AM

In this guide, you'll learn how to configure the API details in Sync 365 to connect to your PSA. 

Select your PSA system below to get started.


Connectwise Manage


Step 1: Prerequisites

Ensure you have admin or user management permissions in ConnectWise Manage. 

If you self-host ConnectWise and restrict IP addresses or geolocations, make sure to whitelist all IP addresses that Sync 365 may use. IP Addresses to Whitelist


You may either create API keys on an existing user, or you can create a specific API Member account. We recommend using an API member account for tracking and auditing purpose so we will document the process of using a new API user.

Step 2: Creating a New API Member

  1. Log in to ConnectWise Manage.
  2. Navigate to System > Members.

  3. Click on the API Members tab.

  4. Create a new API Member with the following details:

    1. Member ID: S365

    2. Member Name: Sync 365

    3. Role ID: Use "Admin" for simplicity, or create a custom security role with the following permissions:

      1. Custom Role: or you can create a security role with the following access in system > Security roles:
      2. Set the security role permissions as follows
        HeaderItemAccess Level
        CompaniesCompany MaintenanceInquire - All
        CompaniesContactsAdd/Edit/Enquire - All
        FinanceAgreement InvoicingInquire - All
        FinanceAgreementsAdd/Edit/Inquire - All
        FinanceInvoicingInquire - All
        ProcurementProduct CatalogInquire - All
        ProcurementProductsInquire - All    
        SystemTable SetupEdit/Inquire - All

      3. Note on Finance - Agreements: If you restrict the agreement types that are allowed access, ensure that any potential parent agreement type is also included.
    4. Under API Members, set the Department to Admin (or another department without restrictions).
    5. Set your Location as required.

    6. Save the API member.

  5. Navigate to the API Keys tab and click + to create a new API key.

  6. Provide a description (e.g., "S365") and click Save.

  7. Note down the public and private keys. You won't be able to access the private key again after saving it.


Step 3: Adding ConnectWise to Sync 365 License

  1. Log in to Sync 365 License at https://sync.s365l.com
  2. Click on Tools > Integration Settings 
  3. Click the + next to PSA Tools
  4. Select Connectwise as the PSA Type
  5. Enter in your company ID
  6. Enter the ConnectWise URL:

    1. For Australia: api-aus.myconnectwise.net

    2. For Europe: api-eu.myconnectwise.net

    3. For North America: api-na.myconnectwise.net

    4. For self-hosted ConnectWise: Use your self-hosted URL.

  7. Enter the public and private keys obtained from ConnectWise Manage.
  8. Click test and save
  9. The platform will verify the details and retrieve your customers, agreements, and products.



Autotask PSA


Step 1: Creating an API User


  1. Follow the Autotask instructions for – Adding or editing an API user (autotask.net)
    1. Navigation: Autotask menu > Admin > Account Settings & Users > Resources/Users (HR) > Resources/Users > New > New API User.
  2. Ensure you select Sync 365 License from the Integration Vendor dropdown
  3. Assign a default system API levelto the API user. 
    1. If you need additional security, ensure the user has the following permissions:
    2. Navigation: Autotask menu > Admin > Account Settings & Users > Resources/Users (HR) > Resources/Users > Security Levels
    3. HeaderItemPermissions
      ContractsContractsView - All, Add - Yes
      ContractsCan modify Service/Bundle on contract chargesSelected
      ContractsContract VisibilityFull
      CRMCustomer & CancellationsAll
      CRMAccountsAdd - Yes, Edit - Yes
      CRMContactsAdd - Yes
      InventoryItemsView - All
      InventoryProductsView - All
      InventoryProduct notes editAdd - Yes, Edit - All  
      AdminAccounts & ContactsSelected
      AdminProducts, Services & InventorySelected
      AdminContracts & Un-PostingSelected
      Web Services APICan login to Web Services APISelected
  4. Generate a Key and Secret
    1. Record these details to enter later


Step 2: Adding Autotask to Sync 365 License

  1. Log in to the Sync 365 portal at sync.s365l.com 
  2. Click on Tools > Integration Settings
  3. Click the + next to PSA Tools
  4. Select Autotask as the PSA Type
  5. Enter the Webservices Zone:

    • Check your Autotask URL (e.g., ww2.autotask.net). Enter "webservices2" in the Zone field if your URL starts with ww2.

  6. Enter the Username and Secret for the API user.
  7. Click Test and Save Credentials
  8. The platform will verify the connection and then retrieve the latest data from Autotask.


Follow these instructions carefully to ensure a smooth setup of your PSA integration with Sync 365. 

If you encounter any issues, double-check your permissions or contact support ([email protected]) for further assistance.

Continue to the next page after successfully adding your PSA.


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