SSH using 2FA #

Connecting to your StackCP package via SSH using two-factor authentication (2FA) provides an extra layer of security. Here’s how to set it up and connect on different platforms. Note: It is recommended to connect via SSH only if you’re familiar with the command line interface.

Setting up Your Authenticator #

1. Download Google Authenticator:
   • Available for both iOS and Android devices.
2. Configure SSH Access:
   • Log in to StackCP, head to Manage Hosting, and select the package requiring SSH access.
   • Select SSH Access under the Security section.
   • Under Set SSH password, set the password and make note of it for later use.
   • Select Set up Authenticator and scan the QR code on your iOS or Android device using the Google Authenticator app.

Connecting via SSH with 2FA #

For Windows Users #

1. Download PuTTY:
   • You can download PuTTY from the official PuTTY website.
2. Wait 30 Minutes:
   • After setting up 2FA, wait for 30 minutes before attempting to connect.
3. Open PuTTY:
   • Enter the SSH hostname.
     • For UK: ssh.gb.stackcp.com
     • For US: ssh.us.stackcp.com
   • Click Open.
4. Log in:
   • When prompted for a login, enter your domain (e.g., example.co.uk).
   • Enter the verification code from Google Authenticator.
   • Enter the SSH password set up earlier.

You now have SSH access via 2FA.

For Apple Mac Users #

1. Open Terminal:
   • Enter the SSH hostname and username:
     • UK: ssh domain.com@ssh.gb.stackcp.com
     • US: ssh domain.com@ssh.us.stackcp.com
2. Log in:
   • When prompted for a password, enter the password set during 2FA setup.
   • Enter the Google Authenticator code when prompted.

You now have SSH access via 2FA.