SSH Config Generator
Generate an OpenSSH client configuration with hosts, aliases, usernames, ports, identity files and connection options.
What is SSH Config Generator?
Generate OpenSSH client configuration entries without manually writing SSH config syntax. Define a host alias, hostname, username, port and identity file, then generate a ready-to-use configuration block for your SSH client.
How to use
- Enter the SSH host alias.
- Enter the server hostname or IP address.
- Set the SSH username and port.
- Specify the identity file when needed.
- Add optional SSH connection settings.
- Generate and copy the OpenSSH configuration.
Features
- OpenSSH config generation
- Host alias configuration
- Hostname and IP address fields
- Username configuration
- Custom SSH port
- Identity file configuration
- ProxyJump support
- ForwardAgent option
- StrictHostKeyChecking option
- Copy generated configuration
Common Use Cases
- Creating SSH client configurations
- Managing multiple remote servers
- Configuring development servers
- Creating SSH host aliases
- Setting up jump-host connections
- Generating repeatable SSH configuration
Example
Host: production Hostname: server.example.com User: deploy Port: 22 IdentityFile: ~/.ssh/id_ed25519
Host production HostName server.example.com User deploy Port 22 IdentityFile ~/.ssh/id_ed25519
FAQ
What is an SSH config file?
An SSH config file contains client-side connection settings that let you define reusable options for remote hosts instead of specifying them every time you run SSH.
Which SSH configuration fields can I generate?
The generator supports common options such as Host, HostName, User, Port, IdentityFile, ProxyJump and other connection settings.
Where is the generated SSH configuration used?
The generated configuration can be added to the OpenSSH client configuration, commonly stored in ~/.ssh/config on Linux and macOS.
Can I use a custom SSH port?
Yes. You can specify a custom port instead of the default SSH port 22.
Does the generator connect to the server?
No. It only generates configuration text in the browser and does not establish an SSH connection.
Missing a feature?
If this tool doesn't cover your use case or is missing functionality, please let me know through the Contact page.
New improvements and features are added based on user feedback.