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How to use Login Keys in DirectAdmin

Learn how to create and manage Login Keys in DirectAdmin for secure, limited-access authentication.

Learn how to create and manage Login Keys in DirectAdmin for secure, limited-access authentication.

Login Keys allow you to create temporary or limited-access credentials for your DirectAdmin account. This is useful when you need to grant someone access to specific features without sharing your main password.

Prerequisite: You need an active web hosting plan with DuelHost.

Step-by-step guide

Step 1: Log in to DirectAdmin

Step 1: Log in to DirectAdmin

Step 2: Click “Advanced Features” in the sidebar

Step 2: Click "Advanced Features" in the sidebar

Step 3: Click “Login Keys” to manage login keys

Step 3: Click "Login Keys" to manage login keys

Step 4: View the Login Keys overview

Step 4: View the Login Keys overview

Step 5: Click to create a new Login Key

Step 5: Click to create a new Login Key

Step 6: View the form — specify the key name, permissions, and expiration date, then click to create

Step 6: View the form — specify the key name, permissions, and expiration date, then click to create

Tips and notes

  • Always set an expiration date on Login Keys for security
  • Limit the key’s permissions to only what is needed
  • Revoke keys immediately when they are no longer needed
  • Login Keys are a great way to give a developer temporary access to your account

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