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How to SSH into Google Cloud Compute Engine

Google Cloud Platform Compute Engine VM. Learn how to securely connect to your server from any browser without installing native terminal apps like PuTTY or Termius.

Launch SSHDock

Connection Quick Reference

  • Default Username:YOUR_GCP_USERNAME
  • Authentication:SSH Key

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Find your External IP

Go to the GCP Console > Compute Engine > VM instances. Copy the 'External IP' of your instance.

2

Generate or locate your SSH key

GCP relies heavily on OS Login or metadata-based SSH keys. Ensure your public key is added to the instance metadata and you have the corresponding private key.

3

Connect via SSHDock

Enter your External IP in SSHDock, your GCP username, and upload your private key.