# Captures **Packet Captures** lets you capture all outgoing and incoming data from Things connected to Monogoto. **Packet Captures** can generate a PCAP file for a specific Thing, including all data traffic routed via Monogoto over the past 60 minutes. {% hint style="info" %} Packet capture is available for things connected to an APN served by Monogoto. Activation or deactivation or the capture integration applies to the whole account. Capture files will auto-delete after 30 days. {% endhint %} ## Enabling Packet Capture Functionality When you want to use the Packet capture functionality, you can do so by going into the Things tab and selecting one. (Please note this is a one-time procedure that will stay enabled for future use) 1. Please go to the **Things** section on the left side menu.

2. Click on **Capture** on the top left side of the **Thing Description**.

3. Then select **Activate Capture** to enable **Packet Capture Functionality.**

4. After activating **Capture,** a small message will appear on the top section of your account.

{% hint style="danger" %} After enabling packet capture, you must wait for 60 minutes before integration has been enabled and a **Capture** can be created. {% endhint %} ## Packet Capture Demo {% embed url="" %}