SSH keys let you log in securely without a password. If SSH is available on your plan, set them up in cPanel > SSH Access.
- Click Manage SSH Keys, then Generate a New Key (or import a public key you already have).
- Choose a strong passphrase and a 2048-bit or larger key.
- After generating, click Manage next to the public key and choose Authorize.
- Download the private key to your computer and keep it secret.
Connect with your terminal using ssh -i /path/to/key username@yourdomain.com on the SSH port from your welcome email. On Windows, import the key into PuTTY. Never share your private key. If SSH isn't enabled for your account or you need the correct port, open a ticket.
