# DD Log Forwarding Destination

This guide walks you through forwarding your logs to Nimbus.

## 1. Setup a custom log forwarding destination in datadog

In datadog's [log forwarding](https://docs.datadoghq.com/logs/log_configuration/forwarding_custom_destinations/?tab=http) configuration, select a custom destination.

Add the following details:

* Name: `nimbus`
* Endpoint: `$YOUR_NIMBUS_ENDPOINT` (this will be provided by nimbus)
* Authentication: Basic Auth
* Username and Password: (this will be provided by nimbus)

Click Save when done

Congratulations, you're now forwarding logs to Nimbus!