Connecting to your VPS via SSH

Once your VPS is provisioned, you'll receive an email with the IP address, the root username, and the initial password.

macOS and Linux

Open a terminal and run:

ssh root@your-server-ip

You'll be asked for the password. Type it in (it won't echo to the screen) and press Enter.

Tip: On most terminals, you can paste the password using Cmd+V / Ctrl+Shift+V, even though the cursor doesn't move.

Windows

Windows 10 and 11 include a built-in OpenSSH client. Open PowerShell or Command Prompt and run the same command:

ssh root@your-server-ip

If you prefer a graphical client, PuTTY is the classic choice.

Changing the root password

Once you're in, change the root password immediately:

passwd

You'll be asked for the current password, then the new one twice.

Adding an SSH key (recommended)

SSH keys are more secure than passwords. To set one up:

1. Generate a key pair on your local machine: ssh-keygen -t ed25519.
2. Copy the public key to your VPS: ssh-copy-id root@your-server-ip.
3. Disable password login in /etc/ssh/sshd_config (PasswordAuthentication no) and restart SSH.

If you get stuck, our support team is one ticket away — managed VPS plans include OS-level help.