# Symmetric vs. asymmetric encryption: Practical Python examples

DevFeed: [Symmetric vs. asymmetric encryption: Practical Python examples](<https://devfeed.tech/articles/symmetric-vs-asymmetric-encryption-practical-python-examples-8202.md>)

Original publisher: [Read original article](<https://snyk.io/blog/symmetric-vs-asymmetric-encryption-python/>)

Author: Josh Amata

Published: 2024-05-15T05:00:00Z

Content type: tutorial

Language: en

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Topics: [Encryption](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/encryption.md>), [Cryptography](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/cryptography.md>), [Python](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/python.md>), [SSL](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/ssl.md>), [TLS (Transport Layer Security)](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/tls.md>)

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## AI overview

This tutorial explains symmetric and asymmetric encryption, including how each uses cryptographic keys to protect sensitive data. It provides practical Python examples and discusses applications in secure transmission, storage, messaging, and TLS/SSL handshakes.

## Source excerpt

In this guide, we'll discuss symmetric and asymmetric encryption, implement them in Python, and explore their best practices.