Key custody
In BLOOCK, you can create any key using different custody modes:
- Local mode: The local mode consists of creating a key where the user stores it's private information.
- Management mode: The managed mode consists of creating a key secured by the BLOOCK service using a FIPS 140-2 Level 1 certified software-protected infrastructure.
tip
In any case we do not have the private key, your key will be stored in a software-protected service that complies with the security level of FIPS 140-2 Level 1 certified.
| Local Mode | Managed Mode | |
|---|---|---|
| Key Generation | Users generate and store their own keys | Keys are generated and managed by BLOOCK |
| Storage | Keys stored locally on the device | Keys stored centrally by BLOOCK |
| Scalability | Limited scalability due to local storage | Greater scalability due to centralized storage by BLOOCK |
| Security | Depends on user's security practices | Enhanced security as managed by BLOOCK |
| Management | Users are responsible for key management | BLOOCK handles key management |