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# Connect Akto with Google Cloud Run Functions

Cloud Run functions is a lightweight compute solution for developers to create single-purpose, stand-alone functions that respond to Cloud events without the need to manage a server or runtime environment.

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To connect Akto with Google Cloud, follow these steps -

1. Set up and configure Akto Traffic Processor. The steps are mentioned [here](https://docs.akto.io/getting-started/traffic-processor/hybrid-saas).
2. Add Google Cloud connector
   1. Go to **Quick Start** in Akto Dashboard
   2. Scroll to **Google Cloud** block and click on the **Connect** button to get instructions

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To enable this premium connector for your account, please reach out to our team at <help@akto.io> for pricing and setup information.