Ssh-add public key

1. How to add public key to SSH?
2. How do I import a public key to a server?
3. Can I send my public SSH key?
4. Where do I put SSH keys in Linux?
5. How do I add SSH keys to new or existing droplets?

How to add public key to SSH?

On your computer, in the PuTTYgen utility, copy the contents of the public key (displayed in the area under "Key") onto your Clipboard. Then, on the remote system, use your favorite text editor to paste it onto a new line in your ~/.ssh/authorized_keys file, and then save and close the file.

How do I import a public key to a server?

To import a public key into the SSH Server this way: Use the SSH Client to connect to the SSH Server using the account for which you want to configure the public key. Once connected, open Client key manager. Right-click on the keypair, and select Upload to server.

Can I send my public SSH key?

Yes, it is safe to share your public SSH key with others. Public keys usually stored as id_rsa. pub are used to log into other servers. If anyone else has your public SSH keys on their server and they add them, you can log into their servers.

Where do I put SSH keys in Linux?

By default, the keys will be stored in the ~/.ssh directory within your user's home directory. The private key will be called id_rsa and the associated public key will be called id_rsa.pub . Usually, it is best to stick with the default location at this stage.

How do I add SSH keys to new or existing droplets?

If you have password-based access to your Droplet, you can copy your SSH key using ssh-copy-id . Substitute the IP address of your Droplet. After typing in the password, the contents of your ~/. ssh/id_rsa.