PPK to PEM Converter
Convert PuTTY private keys (PPK) to OpenSSH format (PEM) securely in your browser
Input PPK Format
Output PEM Format
Key Features
Secure Conversion
All processing happens in your browser. Your keys never leave your device.
Fast & Efficient
Quick conversion without server delays. Process keys in seconds.
Multiple Key Types
Supports RSA, DSA, and ECDSA private keys in PPK format.
Responsive Design
Works perfectly on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.
How to Use This Converter
Either paste your PPK private key content in the text area or upload a .ppk file using the upload button.
Click the "Convert to PEM" button to transform your PPK key into PEM format.
Once converted, you can copy the PEM content to clipboard or download it as a .pem file.
Use the PEM file with OpenSSH clients on Linux, macOS, or WSL for SSH authentication.
About PPK and PEM Formats
PPK (PuTTY Private Key) is a proprietary format used by PuTTY, a popular SSH client for Windows. It's the standard key format for PuTTY and related tools like WinSCP.
PEM (Privacy Enhanced Mail) is a base64 encoded format commonly used for certificates and private keys in OpenSSL and OpenSSH. It's the standard format for keys on Unix/Linux systems and many cloud services.
Common Use Cases
- Converting PuTTY keys for use with OpenSSH on Linux/macOS
- Migrating SSH keys from Windows to Linux servers
- Using PuTTY-generated keys with AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure
- Setting up SSH authentication for WSL (Windows Subsystem for Linux)