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# Kafka consumer

# Kafka consumer {#ariaid-title1}

Release version: Brazil  
Updated September 10, 2026  
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Use guided setup to step through the initial configuration of LES for Kafka consumers.

## Guided setup home page {#les-kafka-consumer__section_vdj_mnh_q1c}

The home page contains an overview and descriptions of the categories and associated tasks. You can click either the drop down arrow to view information about the category
or the Start button to open the guided setup steps and begin configuration. To modify or resume a configuration that you have started, select Edit or Resume.

Complete the tasks under each category by following the setup instructions.
* **[Guided setup for Kafka consumers](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/Mba3e9Ul_CPBbPgBQgWMPw)**   
  Implement the following steps for a complete guided setup for Kafka consumers.

**Related concepts**   

* [MID server consumer](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/plp_qqfGVKX3aV6K6VXbRA "Use guided setup to step through the initial configuration of LES for MID server consumer.")  
**Related tasks**   

* [Set up a secure connection to the Hermes Messaging Service for LES](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/NywFNuZAlH97W~4tAkPbdQ "Secure your Kafka topics by generating a ServiceNow instance-signed certificate.")