Documentation: Key Generation / Cluddy KeyGen

Usage Guide: Key Generation / Cluddy KeyGen

To start using Cluddy, you need an RSA key pair. These keys are required for Cluddy Client to establish secure communication.The easiest way to create them is with Cluddy KeyGen.

Step 1: Download Cluddy KeyGenDownload the Cluddy KeyGen (cluddy_keygen.jar file) file from your account dashboard. Place it in a directory where you want the generated keys to be stored.

Step 2: Open the terminal and navigate to the KeyGen directoryIt’s important to run Cluddy KeyGen from its own directory if you want the keys to be saved next to the .jar file. Otherwise, the keys will be generated in the current working directory from which the command is executed.

MacOS / Linux

Windows (PowerShell)

cd /path/to/cluddy-keygen

Step 3: Run Cluddy KeyGenOnce inside the directory, run the following command:

MacOS / Linux

Windows (PowerShell)

java -jar cluddy-keygen.jar

After a successful generation, Cluddy KeyGen will shut down automatically, and two files will appear in the same directory:

Public Key:

id_rsa.pub

Private Key:

id_rsa

Step 4 (Optional): Save keys to a custom directoryIf you prefer, you can run Cluddy KeyGen from any location and specify where the keys should be saved using an argument:

MacOS / Linux

Windows (PowerShell)

java -jar /path/to/cluddy-keygen.jar "/custom/dir/path"

💡 Tip: Always keep your private key secure and never share it. Only the public key should be exchanged with other parties.