Key File Generator

You can use the Key File Generator at two moments:

To open the corresponding dialog box, you need to select an authentication method involving a key file (i.e., either master password plus key file or key file only). Having made this selection, you can now click on the star symbol on the right-hand (when creating new databases) or left-hand (when modifying/editing existing databases) side of the field Key file.

Dialog Elements

The Key File Generator contains the following elements:

  • Move the mouse over this area to generate random data: Move your mouse cursor across the generator area below this label. Your random mouse movements will collect random characters. A progress bar indicates the progress of the key generation. Once the progress bar is completely filled, the 256-bit key is automatically generated.
  • Key data: Displays the generated key in hexadecimal format once the generation is complete.
  • Save key in file: Enter the file path here or click the button to the right of the field to open a save dialog and select the destination for the key file (.pdk).

Buttons

  • Save: Saves the generated key as a key file (.pdk). This button is only enabled once the progress bar is completely filled and a save path has been specified. If the file already exists, you will be prompted to confirm overwriting it.
  • Cancel: Closes the dialog without saving a key file.

WARNING: Keep the generated key file in a safe place and do not forget to create backup copies. We highly advise against using only key files for authentication, since this means that anyone with access to the database and the key file at the same time can read your password entries without having to enter a master password.