SSH (Secure Shell) enables secure access to your server via a command-line interface. Developers commonly use it for managing files, running commands, and troubleshooting.
1️⃣ Enabling SSH #
SSH access may be disabled by default for security reasons.
How to enable SSH in Plesk:
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Log in to Plesk
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Go to Websites & Domains
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Click SSH Access
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Select access type:
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/bin/bash(Full SSH access) -
/bin/false(Disabled)
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Save changes
📌 Use SSH only if you’re familiar with terminal commands.
2️⃣ Connecting via Terminal #
You can connect to your server using SSH from your computer.
From Windows (using PuTTY):
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Host Name:
yourserverIPoryourdomain.com -
Port: 22
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Connection type: SSH
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Log in using your username & password
From Mac/Linux (Terminal):
📌 Always use strong passwords or SSH keys for security.
3️⃣ Basic Linux Commands #
Here are some commonly used commands:
| Command | Purpose |
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ls |
List files |
cd foldername |
Change directory |
pwd |
Show current path |
mkdir folder |
Create directory |
rm filename |
Delete file |
cp source target |
Copy files |
mv old new |
Move/rename files |
chmod |
Change permissions |
nano filename |
Edit file |
exit |
Close the SSH session |
📌 Be careful with delete commands – they cannot be undone.
🔐 SSH Security Tips #
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Disable SSH if not needed
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Use SSH keys instead of passwords
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Never share SSH credentials
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Avoid running unknown commands
