Connecting to your cloud vps using SSH with macOS (Apple)

This article covers connecting to your cloud vps with SSH using macOS. For other operating systems, see the Windows or Linux guides.

All cloud vps plans include full root access via SSH over port 22 by default.

Open Terminal

After completing your cloud vps setup, you will receive an email titled “Your Compute is Ready!” containing your compute IP and root password.
SSH is built into macOS. Open the Terminal app by navigating to Applications > Utilities > Terminal, or by searching for “Terminal” in Finder or Spotlight.

In the Terminal window, type the following command (replacing 1.2.3.4 with your actual compute IP):
```
ssh root@1.2.3.4
```
When making your first-ever SSH connection to a new compute, you will be prompted to accept the compute’s SSH fingerprint. This is normal and safe — type yes to continue.
When prompted, enter your compute root password and press Enter to complete the connection.
Your Terminal prompt will change to the hostname of your cloud vps, indicating a successful connection.

For additional Terminal documentation, visit the official Apple Terminal guide.