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# Connect through SSH

SSH is the most popular method of connecting to a remote server to log in and perform administrative functions.

Connecting to your server via SSH is easy. On Windows, you can download a free SSH client, such as [PuTTY](https://www.chiark.greenend.org.uk/~sgtatham/putty/) or [Termius](https://termius.com/), which will allow you to connect to the server. When the application loads, simply enter in the server IP or hostname, username, and password. You can then connect.

If you are using Mac or Linux, simply load your terminal and type `ssh user@IP`, substituting your server username and IP address accordingly. The terminal will prompt you for your password, and you will then be logged in and have full access to the server terminal.

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Make sure you **keep your credentials secure** to avoid unwanted breaches.
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Once you've logged in, it's a good idea to [change the default port](/knowledgebase/dedicated-hosting/change-default-ssh-port.md) for SSH connections.
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