How to Create AWS Access Key and Secret Key | Step-by-Step Tutorial for IAM Users

Welcome to this easy-to-follow AWS tutorial where we guide you step-by-step on how to create an Access Key and Secret Access Key for your AWS account using IAM (Identity and Access Management). Whether you're a developer, DevOps engineer, or cloud enthusiast working with AWS SDKs, CLI, or third-party tools, these keys are essential to securely access AWS resources programmatically.

What Are Access and Secret Keys?

An AWS Access Key ID and Secret Access Key function like a username and password for programmatic access. They enable tools like the AWS CLI, SDKs, and APIs to authenticate and interact with your AWS services securely.

What You’ll Learn in This Tutorial:

How to log in to the AWS Management Console
Navigating to the IAM (Identity and Access Management) service
Creating a new IAM user or selecting an existing one
Assigning permissions via policies (like AdministratorAccess or custom roles)
Generating the Access Key ID and Secret Access Key
Safely downloading and storing your credentials
Tips on securing and rotating access keys

Security Best Practices:

* Never share your Access or Secret keys publicly
* Use IAM users instead of root user access
* Rotate keys periodically
* Consider using IAM roles for temporary credentials

Where Are These Keys Used?

These keys are vital for:

* Configuring AWS CLI on your local machine
* Setting up CI/CD pipelines
* Connecting third-party tools (e.g., Terraform, Jenkins, Ansible)
* Deploying apps with AWS SDKs (Python Boto3, Node.js AWS SDK, etc.)

Quick Tip: If your key gets compromised, immediately delete or deactivate it in the IAM dashboard.

Resource Links:

AWS IAM Console: [https://console.aws.amazon.com/iam](https://console.aws.amazon.com/iam)
AWS CLI Setup Guide: \[Insert link]
Secure Credential Storage Guide: \[Insert link]

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