How to Create a PKCS12 Certificate

A PKCS#12 Certificate is a security protocol often used in PDF documents. This certificate encrypts PDF files and saves them in a PFX format. This feature allows you to secure documents that may have sensitive information and data. You will need Adobe Acrobat to create a PKCS#12 digital ID file. Also, you may require administrative rights to perform this task.

Things You'll Need

• Adobe Acrobat

Instructions

1. Launch Adobe Acrobat from the Start menu under "All Programs." See "Resources" if you do not have a copy of the software.

2. Click the tab labeled "Advanced." Choose "Security Settings."

3. Click "Digital IDs." Click the "Add ID" button.

4. Choose the option that says "A new digital ID I want to create now." Click "Next" to proceed.

5. Choose the option "New PKCS#12 digital ID file."

6. Type your name and email address for the PKCS#12 digital file. Click "Next" to continue.

7. Choose the "2048-bit RSA" option from the "Key Algorithm" menu.

8. Choose either or both of the following options depending on your needs under the "Use Digital ID" menu: Signatures and/or Data encryption.

9. Click "Finish" to end the task.

References

• Adobe: Create a new digital ID

Resources

• Adobe: Adobe Acrobat