How to Update HestiaCP

Prerequisites

Before updating HestiaCP, make sure you have:

• SSH access to your VPS
• Root or sudo privileges
• Current backup of your server

Update via HestiaCP Web Interface

Step 1: Log in to HestiaCP

https://YOUR_SERVER_IP:8083

Step 2: Navigate to SERVER Section

Click on SERVER in the top menu bar.

Step 3: Check for Updates

If an update is available, you will see a notification.

Step 4: Click "Update"

Click the Update button and confirm.

Update via SSH (Command Line)

ssh hxroot@YOUR_SERVER_IP -p 22

Download and run update script:

wget https://raw.githubusercontent.com/hestiacp/hestiacp/release/install/hst-install.sh
bash hst-install.sh --upgrade

For specific version:

bash hst-install.sh --upgrade --version 1.6.0

Update System Packages

While updating HestiaCP, also update system:

apt update && apt upgrade -y

Check Current Version

/usr/local/hestia/bin/v-list-sys-hestia

Or via web interface: SERVER → Configuration

Post-Update Steps

1. Clear browser cache
2. Test all major functions
3. Verify websites are working
4. Check email delivery
5. Review changelog for new features