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    Java Keytool Commands

    Essential keytool commands for managing Java keystores. Import, export, list, and delete certificates and keys.

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    Select an operation, customize the parameters, and copy the generated command. All commands use PKCS12 format (recommended).

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    Generate Key Pair

    $ keytool -genkeypair \
  -alias mykey \
  -keyalg RSA -keysize 2048 \
  -keystore keystore.p12 -storetype PKCS12 \
  -validity 365 \
  -dname "CN=localhost,O=MyOrg,C=US" \
  -storepass changeit -keypass changeit

    Quick Reference: Common Options

    -storetype PKCS12

    Use PKCS12 format (recommended)

    -storepass <password>

    Keystore password

    -keypass <password>

    Private key password (if different)

    -noprompt

    Don't prompt for confirmation

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