SSH credentials

SSH entries keep server access details inside the same encrypted vault as passwords, notes, and 2FA codes.

Add an SSH credential

1. 1
   Open SSH.

   Use the SSH area in GitVault.

2. 2
   Add host details.

   Enter a title, host, username, and port.

3. 3
   Choose authentication data.

   Add a password or private-key details.

4. 4
   Save.

   Review the saved entry before connecting.

Password auth

Store the SSH password only when the server still requires password authentication. Use clipboard auto-clear if you copy it into another terminal.

Key auth

Store private-key material only for devices you trust. If a device is lost, remove it from Connected Devices and rotate server credentials where appropriate.

Test and connect

1. 1
   Ping or test first.

   Confirm the host and port are reachable.

2. 2
   Open terminal where supported.

   Android builds can use terminal workflows when the device supports them.

3. 3
   Lock after use.

   Server credentials are high-value secrets.

Operational habits

• Use unique titles Include environment or region when hosts look similar.
• Rotate after loss If a trusted device is lost, rotate credentials that were available on that device.
• Sync after edits Confirm changes reach other trusted devices before relying on them away from the source device.