By default, items in the key store on your BlackBerry® device are backed up or restored when you back up or restore your device data. For security reasons, If you do not want to back up your private key to your computer or restore your private key from your computer, you can turn off automatic backup and restore of key store data.

1. On the Home screen or in a folder, click the Options icon.
2. Click Security > Advanced Security Settings > Key Stores.
3. Clear the Allow Key Store Backup/Restore check box.
4. Press the key > Save.

After you finish: To turn on automatic backup and restore of key store data, select the Allow Key Store Backup/Restore check box.