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Instructions on how to change your GPG PINs.
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Instructions on how to change your GPG PINs.
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GPG PINs can be changed either by using the command-line, or with software such as Kleopatra, or any other GPG software that supports importing keys onto your device.
Enter commands using ykman.exe.
Application available on Windows and Linux.
Before getting started, ensure that you have followed our guide on how to install the GPG Command-line.
Open Command Prompt, Terminal, or Powershell.
Type the following command:
Wait until you see the text gpg/card>and then type:
You should see the text Admin commands are allowed, and then finally, type:
You are now in admin mode for GPG and should see the following:
Select 1, follow the instructions, and then select 3.
Once finished, press Q
Once the application loads, locate the Smartcards button to the right side.
Locate the Smartcard Management section and select OpenPGP.
In the lower portion of the OpenGPG panel, locate the Actions menu.
The following instructions explain how to change the GPG interface's USER PIN.
This dialog is where you enter your CURRENT GPG User PIN.
default: 123456
You will then be asked to enter a NEW GPG User PIN and then confirm it.
Your new GPG User PIN is now saved.
These instructions explain how to change the GPG interface's ADMIN PIN.
This dialog is where you enter your CURRENT GPG Admin PIN.
default: 12345678
You will then be asked to enter a NEW GPG Admin PIN and then confirm it.
Your new GPG Admin PIN is now saved.
Ensure you have the Gpg tools installed on your system. Click and search for Kleopatra.
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