SSH idle timeout (TMOUT)
All shared hosting servers enforce an automatic idle timeout on SSH sessions using the TMOUT environment variable. If your session has no input activity for the configured duration, it will be automatically logged out.
Timeout values
Section titled “Timeout values”| Account type | Timeout |
|---|---|
| Standard user | 1 hour (3,600 seconds) |
The timeout is set as readonly and cannot be overridden by individual users.
What this looks like
Section titled “What this looks like”When the idle timeout is reached, your SSH session will display a message similar to:
timed out waiting for input: auto-logoutSimply reconnect via SSH to start a new session.
- The timeout only applies to interactive shell sessions. Background processes and cron jobs are not affected.