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Choose your logs method

Choose a method

Select the method that matches your setup.

MethodBest for
HTTP APICustom scripts, serverless functions, any HTTP clientView docs →
OpenTelemetry (OTLP)OTel Collector or SDKs, structured logsView docs →

Looking for a different method?

For Promtail, Fluentd, Fluent Bit, or other log shipping methods, use the logs ingestion documentation. The docs include authentication setup, configuration examples, and troubleshooting tips.

Script

Time to choose your logs ingestion method. The choice depends on what tools you’re already using.

If you’re using OpenTelemetry Collector or SDKs, use OTLP. It’s the modern standard, preserves structured data, and unifies your telemetry pipeline.

If you need maximum flexibility with custom scripts, serverless functions, or tools that support HTTP outputs, use the HTTP API. It works anywhere HTTP works.

The table links to documentation with detailed setup instructions for both methods. If you need other log shipping options like Promtail, Fluentd, or Fluent Bit, the “Looking for a different method?” section points you to the full logs documentation.

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