aliyun-python-sdk-kms
The kms module of Aliyun Python sdk.
Decision gist · record as of 2026-08-14
Yes, if you are already committed to the Aliyun ecosystem and need Python bindings to KMS. The low install friction, permissive license, and zero known vulnerabilities are positive. However, the 714-day dormancy and unclear Python 3.7+ support are concerns—verify compatibility with your target Python version and test thoroughly before production use.AI-flagged interpretation of the facts on this page — verify before relying
Before you install
- Package classifiers list Python 2.6–3.6 support; requires_python is unspecified, so compatibility with modern Python versions is unclear.
- Low install friction with a single dependency on aliyun-python-sdk-core.
- However, the package is dormant—no releases for 714 days—which may signal limited active maintenance or support for newer Python versions and security updates.
License · maintenance · safety
Apache (permissive) — Licensed under Apache (permissive treatment), so you may use, modify, and distribute it freely in commercial and private projects, provided you include the license notice.
last release 2024-08-30 (714 days)
0 known vulnerabilities (OSV.dev, 2026-08-14) · 6,317,753 downloads/mo, #1,932 on PyPI
Alternatives
Verify before relying
pip install aliyun-python-sdk-kms
from aliyun_python_sdk_kms import kms_client
# Initialize and call KMS operations via the client- Whether the package works reliably with Python 3.7 and later versions, given classifiers only list up to 3.6.
- Whether dormant status reflects end-of-life or simply stable maintenance; no repository link or commit history available to assess.
- Specific KMS operations and API coverage compared to the current Aliyun KMS service.
- Whether the package receives security updates or patches despite dormant release status.
What it is and what it does
This is the official Aliyun Python SDK module for Key Management Service, allowing Python applications to interact with Aliyun's cloud-hosted key and encryption management. It wraps the Aliyun KMS API, letting you perform cryptographic operations, manage encryption keys, and integrate key services into Python applications targeting the Aliyun cloud platform.
The package depends on aliyun-python-sdk-core for underlying SDK infrastructure. It is classified as Beta and has been dormant for 714 days, suggesting it may not receive updates for new Python versions or service API changes. The permissive Apache license permits commercial use.
Use it for
- Encrypt and decrypt data using keys managed by Aliyun KMS from a Python application.
- Manage encryption keys (create, rotate, enable/disable) programmatically via Aliyun's cloud service.
- Integrate Aliyun KMS into a Python backend that requires centralized key management.
- Automate key operations in infrastructure or deployment scripts targeting Aliyun.
- Build Python applications that rely on Aliyun's cryptographic services for compliance or security.
Worth the install?
AI-flagged interpretation of the facts on this page. Verify before relying on it.
Yes, if you are already committed to the Aliyun ecosystem and need Python bindings to KMS.
The low install friction, permissive license, and zero known vulnerabilities are positive. However, the 714-day dormancy and unclear Python 3.7+ support are concerns—verify compatibility with your target Python version and test thoroughly before production use.
Install
aliyun-python-sdk-kms on PyPI
Before you install
Low install friction with a single dependency on aliyun-python-sdk-core. However, the package is dormant—no releases for 714 days—which may signal limited active maintenance or support for newer Python versions and security updates.
Package classifiers list Python 2.6–3.6 support; requires_python is unspecified, so compatibility with modern Python versions is unclear.
License in practice
Licensed under Apache (permissive treatment), so you may use, modify, and distribute it freely in commercial and private projects, provided you include the license notice.
Quickstart
pip install aliyun-python-sdk-kms
from aliyun_python_sdk_kms import kms_client
# Initialize and call KMS operations via the clientVerify before relying
- Whether the package works reliably with Python 3.7 and later versions, given classifiers only list up to 3.6.
- Whether dormant status reflects end-of-life or simply stable maintenance; no repository link or commit history available to assess.
- Specific KMS operations and API coverage compared to the current Aliyun KMS service.
- Whether the package receives security updates or patches despite dormant release status.
Package facts
| License | Apache permissive |
| Python support | Not specified |
| Install friction | Low. Pure-Python wheel |
| Runtime dependencies | 1 packagealiyun-python-sdk-core |
| Maintenance | Dormant 714 days since the last release |
| First released | |
| Downloads | 6,317,753 / month, #1,932 on PyPI 30-day window, as of 2026-08-14 |
| Known vulnerabilities | None known OSV.dev, checked 2026-08-14 |
| Classifiers | Development Status :: 4 - BetaIntended Audience :: DevelopersLicense :: OSI Approved :: Apache Software LicenseProgramming Language :: PythonProgramming Language :: Python :: 2.6Programming Language :: Python :: 2.7Programming Language :: Python :: 3Programming Language :: Python :: 3.3Programming Language :: Python :: 3.4Programming Language :: Python :: 3.5Programming Language :: Python :: 3.6Topic :: Software Development |
Evidence: aliyun_python_sdk_kms-2.16.5-py2.py3-none-any.whl
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