# IKE Policies

An [Internet Key Exchange (IKE)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Internet_Key_Exchange) policy defines an IKE version, mode, and set of [proposals](./ikeproposal.md) to be used in IKE negotiation. These policies are referenced by [IPSec profiles](./ipsecprofile.md).

## Fields

### Name

The unique user-assigned name for the policy.

### Version

The IKE version employed (v1 or v2).

### Mode

The mode employed (main or aggressive) when IKEv1 is in use. This setting is not supported for IKEv2.

### Proposals

One or more [IKE proposals](./ikeproposal.md) supported for use by this policy.

### Pre-shared Key

A pre-shared secret key associated with this policy (optional).