OVHcloud Cloud Shell
OVHcloud Cloud Shell
A ready-to-use cloud terminal, available in the OVHcloud Control Panel, which provides a simpler, faster way to manage your resources without installing anything on your machine.
Installation
None
Sign-in
Integrated into your Control Panel
Access
From your web browser
What is OVHcloud Cloud Shell?
This is a CLI provided by OVHcloud CLI, accessible via your web browser. You can manage your cloud resources directly from the Control Panel with pre-authenticated access, without installing and configuring tools locally.
With Cloud Shell, you get built-in authentication – meaning you’re already logged in – and a terminal accessible with a single click from the Control Panel.
Benefits
Get simplicity and security with no installation, managed setup, and access from anywhere.
Accessible from anywhere
Ideal for quick troubleshooting, demos, or temporary access. No need to install SDKs, CLIs, or dependencies on your workstation.
Secure and managed environment
Use your session automatically. OVHcloud takes care of the environment, so you don’t need to worry about managing CLI credentials.
Integrated with OVHcloud services
Manage your resources – Bare Metal, VPS, VM, storage, network, containers – directly from the Control Panel.
OVHcloud specifications
A cloud terminal designed for the OVHcloud ecosystem and its growth.
Integrated OVHcloud CLI
Cloud Shell includes the OVHcloud CLI, with the same power as the local tool, and no need for installation. This means you can list, create, and modify your resources, directly from your browser.
One click from the Control Panel
Open Cloud Shell by clicking the ‘Cloud Shell’ icon at the top right of the Control Panel, for quick access and no extra steps.
How do I access it?
Log in to the OVHcloud Control Panel, then click the Cloud Shell icon at the top right. The terminal opens to the OVHcloud CLI, ready to use.
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Cloud terminal with zero installation
Go to the control panel, open Cloud Shell, and manage your OVHcloud resources via your browser.
Your questions answered
What can I do with Cloud Shell?
It’s a command line interface available directly in the OVHcloud Control Panel. You can create, edit, list, or delete cloud resources for testing or configurations, without leaving your browser.
What are the services covered by Cloud Shell?
Gradually, coverage will become more extensive. For the up-to-date list, type "-h" in the Shell. The beta version already includes the OVHcloud CLI.
Where can I find the documentation?
To get started with Cloud Shell, go to our documentation centre.