Create an SSH Key
This guide will walk you through the steps on how to create an SSH key for logging into your virtual private server (VPS),
SSH keys provide a more secure way of logging into your virtual private server (VPS) without using passwords. This is an particularly useful when configuring cloud connectors like NameCheap on Cloudsania.
🎯 How To Create an SSH Key
1️⃣ Navigate to the SSH Keys Section
✅ Log in to Cloudsania.
✅ From the left sidebar, click on Settings.
✅ Select the SSH Keys tab to access the key management section.
2️⃣ Enter a unique ‘Key name’ for your SSH key
3️⃣ Choose an SSH Key Type
Cloudsania offers different SSH key types based on security and performance needs:
If you’re unsure, select SSH-ED25519 for optimal security.
4️⃣ Click the “Create SSH Key” button to generate the key.
Once created, the new key appears under ‘Active SSH Keys’.
📌 You can:
✅ Copy the key’s fingerprint for later use.
✅ Download the key to store it securely.
✅ Delete any unused or outdated keys if necessary.
🎯 Using the SSH Key
Your newly created SSH key can now be used for setting up cloud connectors like ‘Namecheap’.