> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.methodfi.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Connect Overview

<Warning>
  Method Elements will no longer be supported or maintained beginning December
  31st, 2025. We recommend using [Method Opal](/opal/overview) for all new
  integrations. If you are currently using Elements, please reach out to your
  CSM to discuss your migration options.
</Warning>

Connect is the primary way to leverage Method Elements to connect your users' liabilities. Connect allows you to verify a user's identity, gather their consent, and complete any needed verifications to ensure their accounts are connected to the desired Method [Products](/reference/accounts/products/overview).

The Connect element itself consists of two main steps:

<Steps>
  <Step title="Auth">
    Verify the user's identity and connect their accounts. If no entity
    information is provided when creating the Connect element token, the user
    will be asked to provide identity information such as name, phone, last 4
    digits of SSN, DOB, or address.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Account Verification">
    Request any additional information needed from the user to connect their
    accounts and leverage specific products.
  </Step>
</Steps>