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PKCS#12 / PFX Format
Learn PKCS#12/PFX format for bundling certificates with private keys. Create, extract, and convert PFX files.
Interactive Demo
What's Inside a PFX/P12 File?
Click to see the container "unbox" and reveal its contents
.PFX / .P12
Password Protected
Click "Open PFX" ↑
Why Bundle Everything?
- • Single file for import/export
- • Password protects the private key
- • Ensures cert and key stay together
- • Portable across Windows systems
Security Warning
- • Contains private key - treat as secret!
- • Use strong passwords (not "password")
- • Don't email unencrypted
- • Delete after importing