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How to Access Your VPS via SSH

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Apr 19, 2026

Prerequisites

Before connecting, make sure you have:

  • Your server IP address (sent in welcome email)
  • Username (usually root)
  • Root password (sent in welcome email)

Connecting from Linux / Mac

Open your terminal and run:

ssh root@YOUR_SERVER_IP

Enter your password when prompted (you won't see characters while typing).

Connecting from Windows

Download and install PuTTY:

  1. Enter your server IP in the Host Name field
  2. Select SSH as connection type
  3. Click Open
  4. Enter username root and your password

First Login Tips

  • Change your root password: passwd
  • Update your system: apt update && apt upgrade -y
  • Create a new user: add username

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