Server Management

Import Servers from SSH Config

Add servers straight from the SSH config already on your computer. Server Compass reads ~/.ssh/config, lists the host aliases it can use, and imports the ones you pick in a single pass.

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Using Import Servers from SSH Config in Server Compass

Import Servers from SSH Config is designed to be intuitive. Here's how you use it in Server Compass.

Choose Import SSH config

On Add New Server, pick the Import SSH config card — it reads servers from your standard ~/.ssh/config.

Review the parsed hosts

Each Host entry is listed with the endpoint it resolves to. Entries already added are marked so you do not duplicate them.

Unlock any encrypted keys

Aliases pointing at a passphrase-protected key are labeled Passphrase-protected and take the passphrase inline.

Import the selection

Select the aliases you want and import them together rather than one server at a time.

Raw Commands

Before Import Servers from SSH Config Existed

This is what you'd have to do manually without Import Servers from SSH Config. We don't recommend it.

Find what you already have

List the host aliases defined in your SSH config.

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grep -E '^Host ' ~/.ssh/config

Resolve one alias fully

See the hostname, user, port and identity file SSH will actually use for an alias.

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ssh -G myserver | grep -E '^(hostname|user|port|identityfile) '

Check whether a key is encrypted

An encrypted private key carries a Proc-Type or an OpenSSH cipher header.

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head -3 ~/.ssh/id_ed25519

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Capabilities

Everything Import Servers from SSH Config Offers

Everything you need for server management in one integrated tool, replacing complex CLI commands and manual configuration.

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Read host aliases straight from ~/.ssh/config on this computer

Import several servers in one pass instead of one at a time

Skip aliases you have already added, with the reason shown

Explain unsupported entries rather than failing silently

Flag two aliases that resolve to the same SSH endpoint

Connect with passphrase-protected keys by entering the passphrase

Label encrypted keys instead of returning a generic login error

Import Servers from SSH Config: Why It's Essential

Server management shouldn't require a DevOps team. Import Servers from SSH Config makes professional-grade server management accessible to everyone.

At-a-Glance Monitoring

Import Servers from SSH Config shows CPU, RAM, disk, and network metrics in a single dashboard view.

Quick Actions

Import Servers from SSH Config provides one-click package updates, Docker setup, and system configuration.

Multi-Server Support

Import Servers from SSH Config manages unlimited VPS servers from one application with saved connections.

Resource Trending

Import Servers from SSH Config tracks resource usage over time so you can plan capacity and identify bottlenecks.

Questions About Import Servers from SSH Config

Common questions about Import Servers from SSH Config in Server Compass

How do I access Import Servers from SSH Config in Server Compass?

Import Servers from SSH Config is available in the Server Management section of Server Compass. Simply connect to your server, navigate to Server Management, and you'll find Import Servers from SSH Config ready to use. No additional setup or plugins required.

Does Import Servers from SSH Config require any server-side installation?

No. Server Compass operates as a desktop application that connects to your server via SSH. Import Servers from SSH Config works through this connection without installing any agents or packages on your server (except the optional monitoring agent for resource tracking).

Is Import Servers from SSH Config included in all Server Compass plans?

Yes. Every Server Compass feature, including Import Servers from SSH Config, is included with the one-time $29 payment. There are no tier restrictions, add-ons, or per-server fees. You get all 152+ features for all your servers.

Can I use Import Servers from SSH Config with any VPS provider?

Import Servers from SSH Config works with any VPS or dedicated server that supports SSH access and Docker. This includes DigitalOcean, Hetzner, Vultr, Linode, AWS EC2, Google Cloud, Azure, and any other provider. It also works with local servers and homelab setups.

What makes Import Servers from SSH Config different from command-line alternatives?

Import Servers from SSH Config provides a visual, intuitive interface that replaces complex CLI commands and configuration files. You get real-time feedback, safety confirmations, and a consistent experience across all your servers without memorizing syntax or writing scripts.

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Server Overview Dashboard

At-a-glance view of CPU, RAM, and disk usage. See OS info, auth method, location, and provider details.

Resource Monitoring

Real-time CPU, memory, and disk usage graphs. Track resource trends and identify bottlenecks.

System Packages

List and manage installed APT packages, update individual ones, or run a system-wide upgrade. Install Recommended covers the baseline a server needs — including sudo and jq — and an Available Packages section installs optional software like Caddy with its repository set up for you.

Port Management

View all open ports and the services using them. Identify conflicts and manage port allocations.

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