What this solves
You’ve received your VPS login details. This guide covers the first steps to take.
Step 1: Log in via SSH
Use the IP, port, and root (or admin) password from the welcome email. See “VPS SSH login basics” for the exact command.
Step 2: Change the root password
Run passwd and set a strong new password. Store it securely.
Step 3: Update the system
On Ubuntu/Debian: apt update && apt upgrade -y. On CentOS/Alma: yum update -y or dnf update -y.
Step 4: Basic security
Create a non-root user with sudo, set up SSH keys, and consider disabling password login. See “How to secure your VPS” for details.
Tip: Install a control panel (cPanel, CyberPanel) if you prefer a GUI; see the article on installing a control panel.
When to contact support
If you can’t connect or the OS doesn’t match what you ordered, open a ticket.
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