Getting Started with PGP

🔐 How to Encrypt Messages Using PGP

This guide explains how to encrypt a message or file using PGP (Pretty Good Privacy) for secure communication with Network Pro Strategies or any contact with a published PGP key.

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📥 1. Obtain the Recipient's Public Key

You can find the official public key at:

• https://netwk.pro/pgp
• Or via GitHub, Keybase, or direct contact

Make sure the key fingerprint matches what the recipient advertises.

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🔧 2. Import the Public Key

Save the public key as a .asc or .gpg file, then run:

gpg --import path/to/public-key.asc

You can confirm the key is imported:

gpg --list-keys

🔏 3. Encrypt a Message

To encrypt a plain text file (e.g. message.txt) for the recipient:

gpg --encrypt --armor --recipient recipient@example.com message.txt

• --armor creates ASCII-formatted output
• Output is saved as message.txt.asc

🔏 4. Encrypt a File (Binary or Attachment)

gpg --encrypt --recipient recipient@example.com file.pdf

This will create file.pdf.gpg, which you can send securely.

🔓 Optional: Decrypting (For Testing)

If you're the recipient and want to decrypt a file:

gpg --decrypt file.txt.asc

🔐 Tips

• Always verify the recipient’s key fingerprint.
• Never share your private key.
• Use a strong passphrase to protect your keypair.

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📘 For more help, see:

• GnuPG Documentation
• A Practical Guide to GPG
• OpenPGP Best Practices