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Recovering Administrative Access


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5 minutesIntermediateJanuary 2026

Step-by-Step Reset Process

  1. Access the Control Panel: Log in to cloud.freakhosting.com.
  2. Select Your VPS: Identify your VPS from the dashboard and click on Manage.
  3. Navigate to Password Options:
    • Go to the Options menu.
    • Click on Root/Administrator Password.
Options Tab - VPS Control Panel
  1. Trigger the Reset:
    • Click the Reset Password button.
    • Choose the appropriate account: root for Linux distributions or administrator for Windows Server.
Reset Password - VPS Control Panel

After the Reset

  • Check Your Email: The new generated password will be sent automatically to the email address linked to your FREAKHOSTING account.
  • Log In: Use the new credentials to regain access via SSH or RDP.
  • Update Password: For maximum security, we recommend logging in and immediately changing this generated password to a unique one of your choice.

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Last Updated: January 2026 | Security: Email-based recovery for your protection.