Change SSH password

This guide explains how to change your VPS password.

Command

Connect via SSH then type:

passwd

You will need to:

1. Enter your current password
2. Enter the new password
3. Confirm the new password

Secure password

A good password should:

• Have at least 12 characters
• Contain uppercase and lowercase letters
• Contain numbers
• Contain special characters

Password generator

openssl rand -base64 16

Caution

Never share your password. Store it in a secure password manager.