Quick Actions
keytool -genkeypair
Description
Generate a key pair (private key and associated public key certificate).
Command
keytool -genkeypairExamples
Generate RSA key pair
keytool -genkeypair -alias mykey -keyalg RSA -keysize 2048 -validity 365 -keystore keystore.jksGenerate with specific algorithm
keytool -genkeypair -alias server -keyalg RSA -keysize 4096 -validity 730 -keystore server.jksParameters
| Parameter | Type | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
-alias |
string | No | Alias name for the key entry |
-keyalg |
string | No | Key algorithm name (RSA, DSA, EC) |
-keysize |
string | No | Key bit size |
-validity |
string | No | Validity number of days |
-keystore |
string | No | Keystore location |
-storepass |
string | No | Keystore password |
Command Info
Category:
Key Generation
Type:
Java-Keytool
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Status:
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Tags
keypair
certificate
generation