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diff --git a/src/content/docs/advanced/key-package.md b/src/content/docs/advanced/key-package.md index 28b8014..3f5868e 100644 --- a/src/content/docs/advanced/key-package.md +++ b/src/content/docs/advanced/key-package.md @@ -14,16 +14,43 @@ exporting, and safely transferring a KeyPackage. ## Creating a KeyPackage +To create a KeyPackage, follow these steps: +1. **Open the Key Management Interface**: Navigate to the main interface where + you manage your keys. -## Exporting the KeyPackage +2. **Export Keys**: Click on the "Export Key" button to initiate the export + process. -After configuring the export settings: +3. **Choose KeyPackage Export**: Select the option to export keys as a + KeyPackage. This will open a new dialog box for configuring the KeyPackage. -1. Click on the 'OK' button to create the KeyPackage. -2. The interface will generate two files: - - A `.gpgpack` file containing the packaged keys. - - A `.key` file which should be kept confidential and deleted after the transfer is complete. +4. **Configure KeyPackage**: + + - **KeyPackage Name**: In the first field, you will see a generated name for + the KeyPackage, such as `KeyPackage_41132`. You can click the button + labeled "Generate Key Package Name" to generate a new name if desired. + - **Output Path**: In the second field, click the button labeled "Select + Output Path" to choose where to save the KeyPackage file. + - **Passphrase**: In the third field, click the button labeled "Generate and + Save Passphrase" to generate and save a passphrase for the KeyPackage. + Ensure the security of this passphrase. + +5. **Optional Settings**: + + - **Include Secret Keys**: Check the box labeled "Include secret key (Think + twice before acting)" if you want to include private keys in the + KeyPackage. This is generally not recommended unless necessary. + - **Exclude Keys without Private Parts**: Check the box labeled "Exclude keys + that do not have a private key" to exclude keys that do not have associated + private keys. + +6. **Export**: Once all settings are configured and reviewed, click the "OK" + button to create and export the KeyPackage. + +By following these steps, you can create a secure KeyPackage to transfer your +cryptographic keys between devices. Ensure that the generated passphrase and the +KeyPackage file are stored securely to prevent unauthorized access. ## Security Notice @@ -45,8 +72,6 @@ To transfer the KeyPackage: ## After Transfer: Importing and Verifying - - ## Best Practices - Always ensure that you are transferring key data over a secure channel. |