When launching the Citron emulator, you may encounter an error message stating: “Derivation Components Missing” or “Encryption keys are missing.”
Don’t worry, this is a common issue! The emulator requires encryption keys (prod.keys) to function properly. These keys are essential for decrypting game data, ensuring that the emulator can run your Nintendo Switch games smoothly.
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Why Do You Need Encryption Keys?
Encryption keys are necessary to decrypt game files, which are encrypted to prevent piracy. Without these keys, the emulator cannot access or run the game data properly. To resolve this issue, you’ll need to download and install prod.keys and title.keys files.
Where to Get the Keys?
While these keys are not officially distributed, they can be found online. However, be cautious and only download them from reputable sources to avoid malware or security risks.
In this guide, I’ll provide you with a secure link to download the Production Keys (prod.keys) and Title Keys (title.keys), along with step-by-step instructions to install them correctly on the Citron Emulator. Once installed, you’ll be able to run your Nintendo Switch games seamlessly.
Download Production Keys (prod.keys) & Title Keys (tile.keys)
Below is the link to download the latest keys file. Download it first, then follow the guide to install them properly.
How to Install prod.keys & title.keys on Citron Emulator
Follow these simple steps to install the Production Keys and Title Keys for the Citron emulator:
Step 1: Download and Extract the Keys
- Download the Keys.zip file from the link above.
- Extract the ZIP file, and you will find two files: prod.keys and title.keys.
Step 2: Open the Citron Emulator
- Launch the Citron emulator on your PC.
- Click on the “Tools” option.
- Select “Install Decryption Keys” from the dropdown menu.
Step 3: Install the Keys
- Navigate to the folder where you extracted the prod.keys file.
- Select the prod.keys file and confirm the installation.
Step 4: Verify the Installation
- Once installed, you should see a message saying:”Decryption keys were successfully installed.”
Tip: You don’t need to add the ‘title.keys‘ manually, as Citron automatically generates them. However, if for some reason you still want to do it, you can do so by clicking on the “File” option, selecting “Open Citron Folder,” navigating to the “keys” folder, and pasting ‘title.keys‘ there.
Final Thoughts
By following this guide, you can easily fix the “Encryption keys are missing” error and enjoy playing your favorite Nintendo Switch games on your PC using the Citron emulator.
Legal Disclaimer: Downloading and using encryption keys from unauthorized sources may violate copyright laws. This guide is for educational purposes only. Always ensure you own a legal copy of the game and its decryption keys.