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DigitalOcean How to SSH into a Droplet

DigitalOcean Droplets can be described as Linux-based virtual machines that run on top of virtualized hardware.

According to our experts, each droplet acts as a new server that we can use. Furthermore, it can be used as a standalone or as part of a larger, cloud-based infrastructure.

Furthermore, we can manage DigitalOcean Droplets via a terminal and SSH. In order to accomplish this, we need an SSH client and an SSH key pair (optionally).

Clients usually authenticate either using passwords or SSH keys.

How to connect to a droplet with SSH

Before we begin, we need the Droplet’s IP address and the username on the server. Furthermore, we need the default password for the username if we are not using SSH keys.

Now, let’s take a look at how to collect this information:

1. First, we have to head to the DigitalOcean Control Panel at this link.
2. Then, we have to locate the IP address of the droplet displayed in the IP Address column. We have to note this IP address.
3. The default username is root on most OS, like Ubuntu and CentOS.
4. Next, if we upload SSH keys to our account and select Add SSH Keys while creating a Droplet, we can connect to the Droplet via our preferred SSH client or command line. However, if we did not use the SSH option, the Droplet’s password is the same password we set during creation.

After we have the Droplet’s IP address, username, and password we can proceed with these steps:

1. First, open the terminal and enter the following command:

   ssh username@ip_address

   where username is the Droplet’s username and ip_address is the Droplet’s IP address.
2. After running the above command, we have to enter the default password for the username.
3. Next, we can opt to secure the SSH connection by using SSH key pairs rather than passwords.

Let us know in the comments if you need further help with connecting to a droplet via SSH.

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Conclusion

In brief, our Support Techs demonstrated how to SSH into a Droplet DigitalOcean.