# Creating SSH keys with Connectbot

## Generate Public/Private Key

For additional security, you can use a public/private key pair to login. If you disable [password authentication](/sshd/disablepassword), your sshd setup will be more secure. 

Tap on the : menu at the top right corner, then tap `Manage Pubkeys`.

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Tap the + plus icon at the top right corner.

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# `Nickname`: Fill in a nickname for the key.

# `Type`: Here we chose Ed25519.

# `Password`: **Optional**: If you leave this blank, you can login without a password. **WARNING**: If you use a password, write it down and don't forget it. The key becomes worthless if you forget the password!

# Check `Load key on start`

Tap `Generate`.

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Move your finger around the purple box randomly.

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Tap on the public key and unlock it.

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Tap `Copy public key`.

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Tap the back arrow button at the top left, then login to your server as before and type in the password.

Edit ~/.ssh/authorized_keys and paste in your public key:

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Logout and then login. You should no longer need to type in any password.