Generating the PGP public key for a data migration

This step is performed in your target instance. The migration process sends the configuration data from your source instance to the target instance. As part of the migration environment configuration, you must generate a PGP public key in your target environment and then specify this public key when configuring the migration environment in your source instance.

The PGP public key is for security purposes and encrypts and then decrypts the migration files during the transfer of the files from the source instance to the target instance.

To create the PGP public key in your target instance:

  1. In the target instance where you want to send the migration, select System Administration > PGP Key Generator.
  2. Select the FTP PGP Private Key key type from the list.
  3. Click Generate a New Key if the key does not exist.
  4. When prompted, click Generate.
  5. Copy the contents of the PGP Public Key and specify it when configuring your data migration environment in your source instance.
    See Step 1: Configuring the migration environment.
  6. Click Export Key to export the PGP Public Key.

    Information about a third-party product (PuTTYgen) is included here for your convenience. Since product features and support can change over time, we recommend visiting the product’s official website for the mostcurrent information and assistance.

    Before you start, ensure that you have the latest .ppk file saved locally.

  7. In PuTTYgen, navigate to the menu bar and click Conversions > Import Key.
  8. Locate and select the .ppk file that you exported, then click Open.
    This key should now be visible under the Key tab in PuTTYgen.
  9. Click Conversions, then select Export OpenSSH key from the list.
  10. When prompted, click Yes to skip setting up two-step authentication.
  11. Save the exported file with a .pem extension. For example, mykey.pem.
    Note: Avoid using white spaces in the filename or the filepath when saving the .pem file, as this can cause issues during the migration process.
  12. Specify this key when configuring your file transfer endpoint in your source instance.