Requirements
- Your VPS must be in Running status.
- You need the root password set during ordering (or a configured SSH key).
- Your local machine must be able to reach port 22 (not blocked by your ISP or corporate firewall).
macOS / Linux
Open Terminal and run:
ssh root@YOUR_VPS_IPOn the first connection you will see a host fingerprint prompt — type yes to accept.
Using an SSH key
ssh -i ~/.ssh/id_ed25519 root@YOUR_VPS_IPWindows
Option A — Windows Terminal (recommended) Windows 10+ ships with OpenSSH. Open Windows Terminal or PowerShell:
ssh root@YOUR_VPS_IPOption B — PuTTY
- Download PuTTY from putty.org
- Enter your VPS IP in the Host Name field.
- Port:
22, Connection type:SSH. - Click Open.
Troubleshooting connection refused
| Symptom | Likely cause | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Connection refused | SSH daemon not running | Use the VNC console to start sshd |
| Timeout | Firewall / wrong IP | Confirm IP on server overview |
| Permission denied | Wrong password or key | Reset password via control panel |
VNC console
If SSH is unavailable, the VNC Console button in your server's control panel opens a browser-based terminal — no SSH needed.