How to Change HestiaCP Admin Password

Prerequisites

Before changing the admin password, make sure you have:

• Access to HestiaCP control panel
• Current admin password (or root SSH access)

Method 1: Change via HestiaCP Web Interface

Step 1: Log in to HestiaCP

Access https://YOUR_SERVER_IP:8083 and log in as admin.

Step 2: Navigate to User Settings

Click on your username in the top-right corner of the dashboard.

Step 3: Click "Change Password"

From the dropdown menu, select Change Password.

Step 4: Enter New Password

Fill in the form:

• New Password - Enter your new password
• Confirm Password - Re-enter your new password

Step 5: Save Changes

Click the Save button.

Method 2: Change via SSH Command Line

If you cannot access the web interface, connect via SSH as root:

ssh hxroot@YOUR_SERVER_IP -p 22

Run the password change command:

sudo /usr/local/hestia/bin/v-change-user-password admin

Follow the prompts to enter your new password.

Password Security Tips

• Use at least 12 characters
• Include uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and special characters
• Do not reuse passwords from other services
• Change password every 90 days