How do I copy a master key in SQL Server?

How do I backup the master key in SQL Server?

To back up the database master key In SQL Server Management Studio, connect to the SQL Server instance containing the database master key you wish to back up. Choose a password that will be used to encrypt the database master key on the backup medium. This password is subject to complexity checks.

How do I find the master key in SQL Server?

Information about the database master key is visible in the sys. symmetric_keys catalog view. For SQL Server and Parallel Data Warehouse, the master key is typically protected by the service master key and at least one password.

What is SQL Server Master key?

The Service Master Key is the root of the SQL Server encryption hierarchy. The SMK is automatically generated the first time the SQL Server instance is started and is used to encrypt a linked server password, credentials, and the database master key in each database.

How do I backup my service master key?

To back up the Service Master key1In SQL Server Management Studio, connect to the SQL Server instance containing the service master key you wish to back up.2Choose a password that will be used to encrypt the service master key on the backup medium.Back Up the Service Master Key - SQL Server | Microsoft Docs