Key Management
Security
Practices and tools to secure, rotate, and recover keys.
Key management covers how you create, store, rotate, and recover keys. Strong setups use hardware devices, encrypted backups, strict access controls, and clear recovery steps.
Frequently asked questions
How do I generate keys safely?
Use reputable wallets or hardware devices. Avoid custom scripts unless audited.What is key rotation?
Replacing old keys with new ones on a schedule or after suspected compromise. Plan rotations to minimize downtime.What should a team’s policy include?
Generation, storage, access controls, backups, rotation, incident response, and periodic reviews.