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What is Xermius?

Xermius is a modern, feature-rich SSH client designed for both desktop and web platforms. It combines powerful terminal capabilities with an intuitive user interface, making it easy to manage your remote servers and infrastructure.

Xermius Overview

Key Features​

🖥️ Desktop Application​

  • Multi-tab SSH Terminal - Work with multiple sessions simultaneously
  • Built-in SFTP Client - Drag-and-drop file management
  • Port Forwarding - Local, Remote, and Dynamic (SOCKS5) tunneling
  • Import/Export - Migrate from PuTTY, MobaXterm, SecureCRT, and more
  • Web Tools - SSL Certificate Checker, Certificate Reader
  • Cross-platform - Windows, macOS, and Linux support

🌐 Web Platform​

  • Account Management - Secure authentication with 2FA support
  • Device Management - Monitor and control logged-in devices
  • Subscription Plans - Flexible pricing for individuals and teams
  • Billing Integration - Stripe and PayPal payment support
  • Support System - Real-time ticket management with file attachments
  • Activity Logging - Track all account activities

🔄 Synchronization​

  • Cross-device Sync - Access your hosts from any device
  • Secure Storage - End-to-end encrypted data storage
  • Automatic Backup - Never lose your configurations
  • Conflict Resolution - Smart merging of changes

How It Works​

Xermius uses a modern architecture that separates the desktop application from the cloud backend:

  1. Desktop App - Native application providing SSH terminal and SFTP client
  2. Cloud Backend - Secure API for authentication, sync, and management
  3. Web Dashboard - Modern web interface for account and subscription management
  4. Secure Storage - Encrypted data storage for your configurations

Why Choose Xermius?​

vs Traditional SSH Clients​

FeatureXermiusPuTTYOpenSSH CLI
GUI Interface✅ Modern⚠️ Basic❌ CLI only
Multi-tab Support✅❌❌
Built-in SFTP✅❌⚠️ Separate tool
Port Forwarding✅ Easy setup⚠️ Complex⚠️ Command flags
Cloud Sync✅❌❌
Cross-platform✅⚠️ Windows only✅
Import from other tools✅❌❌

vs Modern Alternatives​

FeatureXermiusTermiusSecureCRT
Flexible Pricing✅ Freemium + Pro❌ Subscription only✅ Expensive
Web Dashboard✅⚠️ Limited❌
Port Forwarding UI✅⚠️ Basic✅
Cross-platform✅✅⚠️ Limited
SFTP Built-in✅✅✅
Import from Others✅❌❌

Use Cases​

🚀 DevOps Engineers​

  • Manage hundreds of servers efficiently
  • Quick SSH access with organized groups
  • Port forwarding for database access
  • SFTP for quick file transfers

👨‍💻 Developers​

  • Connect to development servers
  • Test applications via port forwarding
  • Share configurations with team
  • Sync settings across machines

🏢 System Administrators​

  • Centralized server management
  • Activity logging and auditing
  • Multi-device access control
  • Secure credential storage

🎓 Students & Learners​

  • Freemium model available
  • Easy to use interface
  • Learning resources included
  • Import configurations easily

Getting Started​

Ready to start using Xermius? Follow these steps:

  1. Installation - Install Xermius on your platform
  2. Quick Start Guide - Set up your first connection
  3. Create Hosts - Add your servers
  4. Explore Features - Learn about all capabilities

Community & Support​

License​

Xermius is available under multiple licensing options:

  • Freemium - Free plan for personal use with essential features
  • Pro - Advanced features for power users and professionals

See Subscription Plans for details.

Next Steps​