1. Each person generates two keys:
- A public key that you share with others
- A private key that you keep secret
2. Messages are encrypted using the recipient's public key
3. Only the recipient's matching private key can decrypt the message
This is a simplified demonstration to help understand the concept of public key encryption.
When you generate keys:
1. Share your public key with anyone who wants to send you messages
2. Keep your private key secret - never share it!
Save your private key securely! It cannot be recovered if lost.
To send an encrypted message:
1. Get the recipient's public key
2. Enter your message
3. Only someone with the matching private key can read it
To read an encrypted message:
1. You need your private key (auto-filled if you generated one)
2. Paste the encrypted message
3. Only your private key can decrypt messages encrypted with your public key