How to Generate SSH Key for GitLab
- George Apostolov
How to Generate SSH Key for GitLab: step-by-step guide
Open Command Prompt on your device and enter "
ssh-keygen -t rsa."You'll be prompted to choose where to save the SSH key.
Then enter a passphrase of your choice.
Re-enter the passphrase to finish. Now you have created a new SSH key.
You will find the SSH key in the file path you selected earlier.
Quick answer: To generate an SSH key for GitLab, open Command Prompt and enter the ssh-keygen command. Next, choose the save location, enter and re-enter your passphrase to finish the creation process, and locate the new key in your selected file path.
About this GitLab tutorial
Create an SSH key for your GitLab account using Command Prompt by running the keygen command, setting a save location, and adding a passphrase. This guide shows how to generate SSH Key for GitLab in 5 steps, starting with "Open Command Prompt on your device and enter ' ssh-keygen -t rsa '" and finishing with "You will find the SSH key in the file path you selected earlier". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real GitLab interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to generate SSH Key for GitLab?
5 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your GitLab data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under GitLab. Related guides: How to install gitlab, How to Integrate Asana with Gitlab and How to Integrate ClickUp with Gitlab. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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