> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.watchdog.no/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Accounting integrations

> Connect a source system and control what Watchdog synchronizes.

Accounting integrations let Watchdog discover and import invoices from the systems your organization already uses.

## Connect a source

<Steps>
  <Step title="Choose the system">
    Open **Integrations** and select your accounting or invoice-processing system.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Follow the connection guide">
    Watchdog shows the provider-specific steps and credentials required for that connection. These instructions stay in the connection flow because they are needed while entering credentials.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Test the connection">
    Run the connection test and resolve any authentication, permission, or account-selection errors before saving.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Set the scope">
    Where supported, select companies, suppliers, processing statuses, or file paths that should be included.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Synchronize">
    Start a manual synchronization for the period you want to import. Configure automatic synchronization separately when continuous ingestion is required.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Manual and automatic synchronization

Manual runs use the dates and scope selected for that run. Automatic synchronization has its own durable schedule and progress, so running a manual import does not redefine automatic coverage.

## Connection-specific help

Provider credentials and screens change over time. Use the guide embedded in the selected connection form for the exact setup fields. This Help Center remains the canonical source for the shared Watchdog workflow and operating model.

<Note>
  Use the smallest source scope that covers the invoices you intend to review. A narrower scope reduces unnecessary synchronization and makes validation easier.
</Note>