Secure PFX to PEM Conversion
Extract private keys and certificates from your PFX files with our secure, fast, and easy-to-use tool.
$ openssl pkcs12 -in certificate.pfx -nocerts -out key.pem $ openssl pkcs12 -in certificate.pfx -clcerts -nokeys -out cert.pem $ openssl rsa -in key.pem -out private.key ✓ Certificate extracted successfully Now you can use these files with your server
Extract Private Key and Certificate
Upload your .pfx file to extract the private key and certificate in PEM format. Perfect for configuring web servers, mail servers, and other SSL/TLS applications.
100% Secure
Your files are processed locally and never stored on our servers.
Lightning Fast
Instant conversion with no waiting time. Get your PEM files in seconds.
Server Ready
Compatible with Apache, Nginx, IIS and other popular web servers.
Why Choose Our Converter?
Secure Processing
All file processing happens in your browser. Your sensitive data never leaves your device.
Simple Process
Just upload your PFX file, enter your password, and download the converted files. No technical skills required.
Certificate & Key Extraction
Extract both private key and certificate in PEM format for immediate use with web servers.
Instant Downloads
Get your converted files instantly in a convenient ZIP package with properly named files.
User Reviews
"This tool saved me so much time! It effortlessly converted my PFX file to PEM format for my Nginx server. Highly recommended!"
"Great tool! It worked seamlessly to convert my PFX to PEM files for our production servers. The process was simple and straightforward."
How It Works
1. Upload Your File
Upload your .pfx file through our secure form. Your file stays on your device.
2. Enter Password
Enter the password associated with your .pfx file to unlock its contents.
3. Download Files
Receive your private key and certificate in PEM format in a convenient ZIP package.
Pro Tips
- Make sure you have the correct password for your PFX file before starting.
- Keep your private key secure and never share it with unauthorized parties.
- For web servers, you'll typically need both the certificate and private key files.
Frequently Asked Questions
A .pfx file (Personal Exchange Format) is a PKCS#12 archive file format that stores the server certificate, any intermediate certificates, and the private key in a single encrypted file. It's commonly used for securing websites, emails, and other resources requiring SSL/TLS encryption.
Many web servers like Apache, Nginx, and various applications require certificates and private keys in PEM format. Converting from PFX to PEM allows you to use your certificate with these systems. The PEM format is a base64 encoded format that's widely supported.
The password is required to access the contents of the .pfx file because PFX files are encrypted to protect the sensitive private key information they contain. Without the correct password, the PFX file cannot be decrypted and the conversion process will fail.
No, your file and all generated files are processed temporarily and deleted automatically after download to ensure your privacy and security. We take your data security seriously and do not store any of your certificate files or private keys on our servers.
After conversion, you'll receive a ZIP file containing:
- certificate.pem - Your SSL/TLS certificate
- private.key - Your unencrypted private key
- fullchain.pem - The full certificate chain (if available in the PFX)
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