Converting the *.pem file to the *.ppk format

Last Updated : Sep 24, 2026 |
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Before you begin
Download the PuTTYGen software.
  1. Double-click the downloaded puttygen.exe file.
  2. In the PuTTY Key Generator dialog box, click ConversionsImport key.
  3. On Load private key, select a .pem file from your local computer, and click Open.
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    The system displays the key in the Key section.
  4. Click Generate.
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    The system takes a few minutes.
  5. Click Save private key.