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How do I enable shell access in cPanel Namecheap?

Last updated on January 4, 2023 @ 5:47 am

The Namecheap shell access feature is a great way to increase your productivity by allowing you to access your server from a remote location. To enable shell access, follow these steps:

1. Log in to your Namecheap account.

2. Click the Settings link in the top left corner of the main page.

3. Under Account Settings, click the Security tab.

4. In the Security section, click the Enable Remote Shell Access link.

5. Click the OK button to save the changes.

Now, when you connect to your Namecheap server using SSH, you will be able to access the shell environment. To use the shell access feature, first connect to your server using SSH and then type the following command:
ssh -i ~/.ssh/Namecheap_id_rsa username@server.com

PRO TIP: If you are not familiar with the shell, we recommend that you refrain from enabling shell access. The shell is a command line interface that gives you direct access to the server’s file system. If you make a mistake while using the shell, you could delete critical system files or expose sensitive information.

This will launch the Namecheap SSH login window. Enter your username and password and then press Enter to login to your server. Once you are logged in, you can use the following command to launch the shell:

shell

This will launch the Namecheap shell environment on your server. To exit the shell, type the following command:

exit

Conclusion

enabling shell access in cPanel Namecheap is a great way to increase your productivity by allowing you to access your server from a remote location.

Morgan Bash

Morgan Bash

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