# Add Public Key

SSH (Secure Shell) serves as a secure means for computers to communicate with each other. It establishes a protected connection over the internet, encrypting the data exchanged between your computer and another computer, ensuring its confidentiality.

In the realm of public-key cryptography, data encryption and decryption are facilitated using a key pair. One of the keys, known as the public key, is shared with others to encrypt data. The other key, the private key, is kept confidential and solely utilized by the owner to decrypt the data. This cryptographic approach ensures secure and private communication between parties involved.

## <mark style="color:red;">Add a Public Key​</mark> <a href="#add-a-public-key" id="add-a-public-key"></a>

To modify the AppMaker managed repository associated with the application in the Akinon ecosystem, users need to add a public key. The responsibility of overseeing this process lies with the developer. It is important to note that up to five public keys can be added for enhanced security and access control.

To add a public key, log in to the account and navigate to the **Organization** section from the left-side menu. Then, click on **Public Keys** to manage and configure the public key settings.

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To add a new public key, click on the **+New Public Key** button.

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Enter a label for the public key in the **Label** field, and paste the generated SSH Key into the **Public Key** field. Afterward, click the **Apply** button to successfully add the public key to the account.

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The **Public Keys** list will display the public key that users have added. If they wish to remove a public key, they can click on the delete icon next to the respective key.

{% hint style="info" %}
You can also add a public key by using the AppMaker CLI. For more information on how to do this, refer to the [AppMaker CLI documentation](/technical-guides/app-maker/cli.md#publickey-add).
{% endhint %}


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