Installing Cockpit on Ubuntu 24.04: A Step-by-Step Guide
Installing and Setting Up Cockpit for Remote Management on Ubuntu 24.04
Managing Linux servers can be a daunting task, especially for new users. To make server administration more accessible, we'll guide you through the steps to install and set up Cockpit on an Ubuntu 24.04 server for remote management with secure access.
Step 1: Update the System Packages
Start by updating your package list and upgrading existing packages:
Step 2: Install Cockpit
Next, install the Cockpit package using apt:
Step 3: Enable and Start Cockpit Service
Cockpit uses system socket activation, but enabling and starting the service ensures it runs:
Step 4: Configure Firewall to Allow Cockpit's Port
Cockpit runs a web service on port 9090 by default. Use UFW (Uncomplicated Firewall) to allow this port:
Confirm the firewall status to ensure port 9090 is allowed:
(If UFW is not installed, install it first with and enable it with )
Step 5: Access Cockpit Web Interface
Open a web browser and navigate to:
Log in with your server’s system username and password.
Step 6: Enable Remote Management of Other Servers (Optional)
To manage multiple Linux servers from one Cockpit dashboard, install Cockpit and SSH on all remote servers. SSH is used by Cockpit for remote shell access.
Step 7: Secure Access Recommendations
- Ensure Cockpit is accessed over HTTPS (it uses TLS by default). If you want to use your own certificate, place it in .
- Optionally integrate firewall and VPN protections (e.g., OpenVPN) to add another secure access layer.
- Use strong user passwords and consider adding fail2ban or similar measures for brute-force protection.
- Configure Cockpit’s access control by limiting which users can log in via Cockpit, using standard Linux user/group management.
Following these steps will install Cockpit, allow remote secure access to the web interface, and enable you to manage your Ubuntu 24.04 server and others remotely and securely.
Shape.Host Cloud VPS offers instant deployment of Ubuntu 24.04 and other OSes, SSD-based storage, powerful CPUs, and full root access, making it an ideal choice for hosting your Cockpit-enabled servers. Happy server management!
Technology plays a crucial role in installing and setting up Cockpit for remote management on Ubuntu 24.04, as it utilizes system software to manage servers securely. Furthermore, using secure protocols such as HTTPS and SSH ensures the technology behind Cockpit provides a reliable and protected method for server management.
