# Creating a production key
source: https://developer.mastercard.com/merchant-match-tool/tutorial/moving-to-production/step2/index.md

### Creating a production key {#creating-a-production-key}

You will be asked to create a Production Key using a Key Alias and Keystore Password. You will also have an option to upload an existing CSR. Click Next.

![key1](https://static.developer.mastercard.com/content/merchant-match-tool/uploads/mmt-key1.png)

Enter a Key Alias \& Keystore Password or upload an existing CSR, Click Submit and download the Production keys

![key2](https://static.developer.mastercard.com/content/merchant-match-tool/uploads/mmt-key2.png)

Once you have submitted your request you should see the following confirmation message.

![key3](https://static.developer.mastercard.com/content/merchant-match-tool/uploads/mmt-key3.png)