How to connect to a Linux VPS via SSH on Windows

This tutorial shows how to access a Linux VPS using SSH from the Windows Command Prompt.

Before you begin, have your VPS IP address, username, and password or SSH key ready.

1. Check network connection

Open Command Prompt and test connectivity to the VPS IP:

ping SEU_ENDERECO_IP

If you receive responses, the network connection is working.

Windows 10 and later versions already include the SSH client. To confirm, run:

ssh

If the command is recognized, the client is installed.

Use the command below, replacing YOUR_IP_ADDRESS with the address of your VPS:

ssh root@SEU_ENDERECO_IP

Upon first connection, Windows will ask if you trust the server's security key. Enter:

yes

When prompted for the password, type it and press Enter.

Important: the password does not appear on the screen while it is being typed. This is normal and protects your credentials.

To exit the SSH session, run:

exit