SSH connection is only recommended for users comfortable with command-line interfaces.
Windows Instructions
Users must download an SSH client. The guide recommends PuTTY, described as \"a free SSH client.\"
Setup Steps
- Download PuTTY Key Generator and select Generate, moving your mouse to create randomness for public key generation
- Add a passphrase (password) for command-line use
- Log into hosting.mandraled.com, access Manage Hosting, select your package, and navigate to SSH Access under Security
- Input the generated public key into the Public Key box and select Add Public Key
- Save the private key from PuTTY Gen
- Open PuTTY, expand SSH menu, select Auth, and browse to add your saved private key
- Return to Session and enter the hostname
ssh.hosting.mandraled.com - Log in using your domain name
- Enter your previously set passphrase when prompted