Question 1

Which SSH key type should I choose?

Accepted Answer

Different SSH key types offer different benefits:
        
          Ed25519: Modern, secure, and recommended for most users
          RSA (4096 bit): Widely supported and secure when using sufficient bits
          ECDSA: Good balance of security and performance
        
        Ed25519 is recommended for new deployments unless you have specific compatibility requirements.

Question 2

Why use SSH keys instead of passwords?

Accepted Answer

SSH keys offer several advantages over passwords:
        
          Stronger security and resistance to brute-force attacks
          Automated and scriptable authentication
          No need to remember or type passwords
          Better audit trail of access

Question 3

Should I use a passphrase?

Accepted Answer

Using a passphrase is recommended because:
        
          Protects your private key if your computer is compromised
          Adds an extra layer of security
          Minimal inconvenience with SSH agents
        
        However, for automated scripts you might need to use keys without passphrases.

Question 4

How do I use the generated keys?

Accepted Answer

To use your SSH keys:
        
          Save the private key to ~/.ssh/id_rsa (or similar)
          Add the public key to ~/.ssh/authorized_keys on remote servers
          Set proper permissions (chmod 600 for private key)
          Optionally add to your SSH agent with ssh-add

Question 5

How secure is the key generation?

Accepted Answer

Our key generation is secure because:
        
          Uses browser's native crypto API
          All generation happens client-side
          Follows cryptographic best practices
          No keys are transmitted or stored

Online SSH Key Generator

Secure Key Generation

Multiple Key Types

Secure Generation

Customizable Options

OpenSSH Format

Passphrase Protection

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How to Use the SSH Key Generator

SSH Key Generation FAQ

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