---
title: "How to connect data to Qlik Sense"
slug: "how-to-connect-data-to-qlik-sense"
description: "Learn how to use the Supermetrics API and connect your data to Qlik Sense."
updated: 2026-03-24T07:49:34Z
published: 2026-03-24T07:49:34Z
---

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# How to connect data to Qlik Sense

Using the [Supermetrics Query Manager](/v1/docs/how-to-use-the-query-manager), you can easily create queries and connect your data from various data sources to Qlik Sense via the Supermetrics API.

We recommend using the KEY-JSON output format.

## Before you begin

See Qlik documentation for more information about [creating a REST connection](https://help.qlik.com/en-US/connectors/Subsystems/REST_connector_help/Content/Connectors_REST/Create-REST-connection/Create-REST-connection.htm) to transfer your data.

## Instructions

1. On the [Supermetrics Hub](https://hub.supermetrics.com/), go to **API queries** under **Manage**.
2. Click **Select data source**.
3. Select a data source and connection to use.
4. In the sidebar on the left, [build your query](/v1/docs/how-to-use-the-query-manager). Click **Run** to test it and review your data in the preview.
5. From the URL format options, select **K-JSON**.
6. Copy the K-JSON URL.

The query URL includes an API key that gives anyone with the URL access to your data. Treat this as you would a password and keep it safe. If you need to share the URL publicly, use the Short URL option that does not display your API key.
7. Open Qlik Sense, and [create a new app](https://help.qlik.com/en-US/sense/November2025/Subsystems/Hub/Content/Sense_Hub/Apps/create-app.htm).
8. Continue to [add data to the app](https://help.qlik.com/en-US/sense/November2025/Subsystems/Hub/Content/Sense_Hub/LoadData/adding-data.htm).
9. In the Add data view, select the **REST** option.
10. In the connection configuration view, paste the Query URL you copied from the Query Manager in step 7 into the **URL** field and select a name for the connection.
11. Click **Test connection** to ensure the configuration is valid.
12. To finalize the setup, click **Create**.