.KBX File Extension

Keybox File

KBX files are keybox files for the GNU Privacy Guard program. The common KBX filename is pubring.kbx. It is stored in the .gnupg directory. KBX files contain public keys, certificates, and indices. Yo...

General Information

Title KBX File Extension
Extension .kbx
Full Form Keybox File
File Type Database File
Developer OpenPGP
MIME Type application/pgp-keys

File Function

Primary Function Store keys
Additional Functions Key management, verification
Features Encrypted, secure

File Characteristics

Quality High integrity
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable With tools

Use Cases

Cryptography Yes
Data protection Yes
Authentication Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Key exposure
Best Practices Regular updates, backups

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Not specified
Latest Version Varies with software

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .gpg, .pgp, .asc

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
GnuPG Free Windows, Mac, Linux
Kleopatra Free Windows, Linux
GPG Suite Free/Paid Mac