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Secure the SSH port on my VPS Hosting

Securing your Secure Shell (SSH) port reduces your risk for automated attacks. Common methods to secure a port are configuring your firewall or changing the default port.

If your operating system is Linux, we recommend hiring a GoDaddy expert to secure the SSH port for you. We can suggest the best method to secure your port and ensure your other VPS Hosting and GoDaddy services remain functional after the change.

Warning: This article covers an advanced technical topic where it's possible to make unwanted changes that GoDaddy cannot help you fix (see our Statement of Support). Before making changes, we strongly recommend downloading a backup.

To secure the SSH port yourself, you can:

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