SSH Copy ID

SSH Copy ID 1.1.1

SSH-Copy-ID for Windows - Copy SSH public keys to remote servers

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About SSH Copy ID

SSH-Copy-ID for Windows is a command-line tool that copies SSH public keys to remote servers' authorized_keys files.
It provides the same functionality as the Linux ssh-copy-id command but is specifically designed for Windows systems.

Features:

  • Copy SSH public keys to remote servers
  • Support for custom SSH key files and ports
  • Automatic creation of remote .ssh directory and authorized_keys file
  • Duplicate key detection and prevention
  • Cross-platform compatibility

What's new in 1.1.1

  • Hardened the key copy flow by streaming the public key over stdin
  • Added public key validation before connecting
  • Added tests for argument parsing and command generation

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Technical details

Publisheraxeprpr
Version1.1.1
Release date2026-03-25
LicenseMIT
Installer typeportable
Architecturex64
Package IDaxeprpr.SSHCopyID
Install scopeCurrent user

Install SSH Copy ID from the command line

Install with Windows Package Manager
winget install --id=axeprpr.SSHCopyID -e
Update to the latest version
winget upgrade --id=axeprpr.SSHCopyID -e
Uninstall
winget uninstall --id=axeprpr.SSHCopyID -e

SSH Copy ID adds this command to the command line: ssh-copy-id.

authenticationcommand-lineremotesshssh-keysterminalwindows

SSH Copy ID version history

1.1.0 Sep 5, 2025

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1.0.0

Frequently asked questions

Is SSH Copy ID free?

Yes. SSH Copy ID is free and open-source software released under the MIT license.

What is the latest version of SSH Copy ID?

The latest version is 1.1.1, released on Mar 25, 2026.

Is it safe to download SSH Copy ID?

The download button links to the official installer published on github.com, the same file Windows Package Manager installs. You can verify the downloaded file by comparing its SHA-256 checksum with efac21163534cc65c177da82eddfc13eb82649fb3a3c8dfb12e36cd59077df2a.

Which Windows versions does SSH Copy ID support?

SSH Copy ID runs on Windows and is available for 64-bit (x64) systems.

How do I uninstall SSH Copy ID?

Open Settings › Apps › Installed apps, find SSH Copy ID and select Uninstall. From the command line, run winget uninstall --id=axeprpr.SSHCopyID -e.

Is there a portable version of SSH Copy ID?

Yes. SSH Copy ID is available as a portable program (ssh-copy-id.exe, 64-bit (x64)) that runs without installation. Copy it to any folder or USB drive and run it from there.