What is AWS Key Management Service?
AWS Key Management Service manages cryptographic keys and the policies governing their use in supported AWS workloads.
Who is AWS Key Management Service for?
Teams responsible for identity and access administration that need key management and want to evaluate the complete delivery, access and cost requirements.
AWS Key Management Service features
The core capabilities to consider for your workflow.
- Key management
- Key-use policies
- Cryptographic operations
AWS Key Management Service pricing
Cloud usage and access options
Scope the selected service, region, resource capacity and expected usage. Include connected compute, storage, data transfer and support rather than treating a trial credit as the ongoing cost.
Calculate the cost of your quote →Free access & evaluation
Credits and free allowances can have eligibility, duration and usage limits. Check the current account offer and do not assume the full production workload is free.
Before you choose AWS Key Management Service
Define the identities, applications, policies and lifecycle responsibilities before granting production access.
Verify connector requirements, recovery processes and privileged operations in the actual licensed scope.
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AWS Key Management Service FAQs
Does AWS Key Management Service have a free plan?
Credits and free allowances can have eligibility, duration and usage limits. Check the current account offer and do not assume the full production workload is free.
Who is AWS Key Management Service for?
Teams responsible for identity and access administration that need key management and want to evaluate the complete delivery, access and cost requirements.
What should I compare before buying?
Check the tier that contains your essential features, confirm plan limits and compare the total quote with your own expected usage.