Connections
Manage your SSH connections in Thermal. Save connection details for quick access to your servers.
Adding a Connection
Click the + button in the sidebar to create a new connection.
Connection Fields
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Name | A friendly label for the connection |
| Host | Server IP address or hostname |
| Port | SSH port (default: 22) |
| Username | Your SSH username |
Authentication Methods
Password Authentication
Enter your password directly. The password is sent securely over the encrypted SSH connection but is not stored locally.
Password authentication is less secure than key-based authentication. Consider using SSH keys for production servers.
Private Key Authentication
Use an SSH private key for authentication:
- Click Private Key as the authentication method
- Click Browse to select your private key file (usually
~/.ssh/id_rsaor~/.ssh/id_ed25519) - If your key has a passphrase, enter it when prompted
Generate a new SSH key pair with: ssh-keygen -t ed25519
Managing Connections
Editing a Connection
Right-click on a connection in the sidebar and select Edit to modify its settings.
Deleting a Connection
Right-click on a connection and select Delete. This removes the connection from your local storage and synced devices if cloud sync is enabled.
Connection Status
Connections show their status in the sidebar:
- Gray - Not connected
- Green - Connected and active
- Red - Connection failed or disconnected