Secure Shell (SSH) is a network protocol for establishing a secure connection to the server on which you are hosted. It allows you to manage your files and run certain commands and scripts very fast, in a secure environment. This article explains your connection basics.
Important: It is necessary to use an SSH Key to establish the connection. Please create an SSH Key by following these instructions.
Prerequisites
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Access to cPanel
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Create and install an SSH key
Task completion: 15 minutes
Expertise: advanced
How to do it?
Establishing an SSH Connection with Putty (Windows)
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Get an SSH Client, like Putty.
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Generate and install an SSH Key.
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Launch Putty and enter the hostname or server IP on which you are hosted
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Once you hit enter you'll be prompted with a window to approve a security key alert. Simply click Yes.
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You should be logged in!
Establishing an SSH Connection with Terminal (Mac OS / Linux)
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Generate and install an SSH Key.
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Launch your Terminal application (Mac OS: you can find it through Spotlight, or in the directory: Applications > Utilities > Terminal)
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Enter the connection line with this format: ssh cPaneluser@host.name
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You may be prompted to accept the secure connection Key. Type in yes.
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You are logged in!
NOTE: The server expects the login information to be sent in the first 10 seconds after the connection is requested. Failing to send it in this time frame will result in a failed connection.
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