How do I connect via SSH using 2FA?

How to connect SSH

It's only recommended that you connect to your package via SSH if you're familiar with the command-line interface. Here is how to connect using two-factor authentication (2FA).

Windows

1. Download and Install PuTTY

• Go to PuTTY's website and download the PuTTY installer.
• Install PuTTY on your computer.

2. Set Up Google Authenticator

• Download the Google Authenticator app on your phone (available for iOS and Android).
• Log in to your hosting account at cp.O2OHost.in.
• Go to Manage Hosting and select the package you need SSH access for.
• Click on SSH Access under the Security section.
• Set an SSH password and note it down.
• Click Set up Authenticator and scan the QR code with the Google Authenticator app on your phone.
• Wait 30 minutes before connecting.

3. Connect Using PuTTY

• Open PuTTY.
• In the Host Name field, enter ssh.stackcp.com.
• Click Open to start the connection.

4. Log In

• When prompted for a login, enter your domain (e.g., example.co.uk).

5. Enter the Verification Code

• The system will ask for a verification code. Open the Google Authenticator app on your phone and enter the code it shows.

6. Enter Your SSH Password

• Enter the SSH password you set earlier.

You should now be connected to your SSH server with two-factor authentication enabled!