VPS SSH login basics

What you need

Your VPS IP address, SSH port (usually 22), and root or sudo user credentials from the welcome email or client area.

From Mac/Linux

Open Terminal and run:

ssh root@your.vps.ip

Enter the password when prompted. Use SSH keys for a more secure, passwordless login if your provider supports it.

From Windows

Use PuTTY or Windows Terminal (OpenSSH). Enter the IP, port 22, and connect; then enter the username and password. Alternatively, use WSL and the same ssh command as above.

After login

You’ll see a shell prompt. From here you can install software, edit configs, and manage the server. Be careful when running commands as root.