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Follow these prompts to set a new expiration date, then `save` to save your changes.
-Next, export the public key:
+Next, [export the public key](#export-public-keys):
```console
$ gpg --armor --export $KEYID > gpg-$KEYID-$(date +%F).asc
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$ gpg --import gpg-0x*.asc
```
+Alternatively, use a public key server (it will update the key if already on the server):
+
+```console
+$ gpg --send-key $KEYID
+```console
+
+and import the newly on any computer where you wish to use it (it will update the key if previously imported):
+
+```console
+$ gpg --recv $KEYID
+```
+
This will extend the validity of your GPG key and will allow you to use it for SSH authorization. Note that you do _not_ need to update the SSH public key located on remote servers.
## Rotating keys