The following table describes the actions and decisions you'll be taking during the steps required to get started with Tink:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1. Understand key concepts | Familiarize yourself with the structure of Tink and the terminology used to describe it |
| 2. Select your KMS | Decide which external Key Management System (KMS) to use to protect your Tink-generated keys |
| 3. Set up Tink | Decide which language to use to build Tink and complete the related setup tasks |
Next steps
Once you've completed the Getting Started steps, continue with the standard Tink usage steps:
- Choose a primitive – Decide which primitive to use based on your use case
- Manage keys – Protect your keys with your external KMS, generate keysets, and rotate your keys