# Keyfile generation

Step 1. Launch the offline application\
Step 2. Click **Generate** the keyfile\
Step 3. In the **Generated public key** box, copy the public key (this specific key defines who can create pre-issuance files. An admin will need to insert it in the corresponding field when [creating the token](../system-assets-management/system-asset-creation) to define who can create the pre-issuance files.)\
Step 4. In the **Password** field, type the password you will further use for file decryption (**Important:** you will no longer be able to change or restore the password)\
Step 5. Click **Save file**\
Step 6. Name the keyfile on your computer and save it
