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The Datum Cloud platform uses short-lived Bearer tokens for API authentication. These tokens are managed automatically by the datumctl CLI, which handles login, credential storage, and token refresh.

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Log In

Authenticate with Datum Cloud:
This command will open your default browser, prompt to log you in, and store your credentials in the system’s keyring. Note: If your browser doesn’t open automatically, the command will display a URL that you can copy and paste into your browser manually.

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List Your Organizations

Once authenticated, view the organizations you have access to:

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Configure Kubernetes Access

To use kubectl with your Datum Cloud resources:
Now you can use standard kubectl commands to interact with your Datum Cloud control plane.
Last modified on March 30, 2026