Changing Your Server's Password

Changing your password periodically is the most effective way to keep your server secure and protected. The more obscure the password, the more secure the server. Avoid dictionary words and consecutive numbers and be sure to use a combination of letters, numbers and special characters. It is important to never transmit your password by email or instant chat message.

 

 

Follow these steps:

 

Windows

 

Click on "Start", "Administrative Tools", then "Computer Management"

Double-click on "Local Users and Groups"

Click on "Users"

Right-Click on the user you wish to change the password for > Click "Set Password" > Proceed

Enter in the desired password twice > click "OK" to save the changes.

 

 

Linux

 

With the root privileges, type in:

passwd root

 

or

 

passwd user_name (enter any user name)

Follow the instructions by entering and re-entering your chosen password.

 

Smart Servers (Linux based or  Microsoft Windows Dedicated with Control Panel)

 

Paralles Plesk Platform

 

Login to your server via Admin Control Panel with your existing password

Click on TOOLS & SETTINGS (Left panel)

Click on CHANGE PASSWORD under MY Profile

Enter existing password

Enter or Generate new password

Confirm new password

Click OK to Save