Knowledge Base

Overview: 

This guide provides the step‑by‑step process for exporting an installed certificate as a PFX file (including the private key) from a Windows system. This is typically required when migrating certificates, configuring servers, or creating backups. 

Prerequisites 

Before you begin, ensure you have the following: 

Procedure 

Step 1: Open Certificate Manager 

Open the certificate manager where your certificate is installed. 
You can launch it by running one of the following from the Start Menu or Run dialog (Win + R): 

Step 3: Start the Certificate Export Wizard 

When the Certificate Export Wizard opens, click Next on the Welcome page. 

Step 4: Choose to Export the Private Key 

Select Yes, export the private key, then click Next. 

Step 5: Configure Export Options 

Leave the default settings as‑is, or optionally select: 

Then click Next.

Step 6: Set a Password for the PFX File 

Check Password and enter a strong password to protect the PFX file. 
Click Next. 

Step 7: Choose a Save Location 

Click Browse, select the folder where you’d like to save the file, provide a name for the PFX file, and click Next. 

Step 8: Complete the Export 

A final confirmation screen will appear. 
Review your selections and click Finish to complete the export. 

Verification 

To confirm that the export was successful: