How to Locate Your AWS Access Key and Secret Key

Learn how to easily find your AWS access key and secret key in the IAM section of the AWS Management Console.

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To find your access key and secret key* in AWS, navigate to the IAM (Identity Access Management) section of the AWS Management Console, select Users, click on your username, then go to the Security credentials** tab. There, you can create and view your access and secret keys.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is an AWS access key? An AWS access key is a unique identifier that allows you to access AWS services programmatically.
  2. Why do I need a secret key in AWS? The secret key works together with the access key to securely authenticate requests made to AWS services.
  3. Can I regenerate my AWS access keys? Yes, you can regenerate your AWS access keys through the IAM section of the AWS Management Console.

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If you found this information helpful, check out our guide on managing AWS user permissions for better security practices and the importance of secure key management.

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