When someone starts using PGP, they generate a KEY Pair. These are really just text files that look like gibberish to a human. The keys can be created at various levels of strength – 512, 1024, or 2048 bit STRENGTHS are used. The HIGHER the number, the stronger the encryption value of the key. One key of the pair is the Private key – this key should always be kept safe and never given to anyone. The other key is the public key – this key should be given to as many people as possible.

When someone starts using PGP, they generate a Key Pair. These are really just text files that look like gibberish to a human. The keys can be created at various levels of strength – 512, 1024, or 2048 bit strengths are used. The higher the number, the stronger the encryption value of the key. One key of the pair is the Private key – this key should always be kept safe and never given to anyone. The other key is the public key – this key should be given to as many people as possible.