AWS Key Management Service

AWS Key Management Service (KMS) is a secure service offered by Amazon Web Services that helps users create and manage cryptographic keys used to encrypt data. Think of it as a safe for your digital keys, which can protect sensitive information in applications and databases. KMS allows users to control who can access these keys and perform encryption and decryption operations. It integrates easily with other AWS services, enhancing security across the platform. This ensures that data remains private and secure, even in the cloud.