# Steps to Add a Consent Provider
## Introduction
A **Consent Provider** collects, stores, and manages users’ permission for data collection and use.
## Procedure
**Step 1:** Under the Data Governance drop-down, click **Consent Providers.**
**Step 2:** Click on **Add Consent Provider**.
**Step 3:** The **Consent Provider** panel opens from the right side. In the **Name** field, enter the appropriate name. In the **Description** field, provide a proper description.
**Step 4:** Click **Consent Template**. The **Select Consent Template** panel opens. Choose a template from the drop-down list or use the search bar to find and select the required template.
**Step 5:** The selected Consent Template is displayed under the **Consent Template** field. Click **Save**.
**Step 6:** The created Consent Provider is displayed on the screen with the following details:
* **Name** – The name of the Consent Provider.
* **Template** – The Consent Template associated with the provider.
* **Status** – Indicates the current state of the provider.
* **Updated By** – The user who last updated the provider.
* **Updated On** – The date and time of the last update.
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