# AWS CloudTrail: Tracking API Activity

* AWS CloudTrail enables you to log and monitor API activity across your AWS account. In this post, we’ll explore the features and benefits of CloudTrail for security and compliance. You’ll learn how to enable CloudTrail, analyze logs, and respond to events. Practical examples will illustrate how to use CloudTrail for auditing and monitoring AWS resources. By the end, you’ll be equipped to leverage CloudTrail for effective governance.