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Understanding SSH Access in cPanel
SSH provides encrypted command-line access to a hosting account when shell access is enabled....
How to Generate an SSH Key Pair in cPanel
Use cPanel → Security → SSH Access → Manage SSH Keys to create a key pair.
Select Generate a New...
How to Import and Authorize an SSH Key in cPanel
Existing SSH keys can be imported through SSH Access → Manage SSH Keys → Import Key.
Choose a key...
How to Keep SSH Private Keys Secure
An SSH private key can authenticate access without typing the account password, so it must be...
How to Deauthorize or Delete an SSH Key in cPanel
Use SSH Access → Manage SSH Keys to remove access associated with an old key.
Deauthorize the...
What Are cPanel API Tokens?
cPanel API tokens allow scripts or external tools to run supported cPanel API functions without...
How to Create a cPanel API Token
When enabled, open cPanel → Security → Manage API Tokens.
Select Create.Enter a unique token...
How cPanel API Token Expiration Works
A cPanel API token can be created with no expiration or with a specific expiration date. Current...
How to Revoke a cPanel API Token
Revoke an API token when an integration is retired, the token may have been exposed, or access is...
Why API Tokens Are Better Than cPanel Passwords for Automation
For unattended API automation, use an API token instead of embedding the cPanel account...
