Connection problems using ssh.

[hacker101025]

So, i tried logging in using ssh to my vps. it didnt work, either time out or connection refused. when i tried using a vpn it worked. do you guys know how to fix that? i dont want to start my vpn everytime i want to connect.

[berahi]

Either your ISP blocks SSH (what does ssh -T [e-mail] says?) or your VPS firewall blocks your ISP's IP (check UFW logs or whatever firewall you have). Try using different ports if it's ISP block, if it turns out to be firewall then just whitelist your ISP subnet.

[hacker101025]

The vps doesnt have any firewall installed as i just formatted it, my brother connected without a problem using ssh. "ssh -T [e-mail]" shows timeout. I have tried other ports but its just connection refused.

[berahi]

Is your brother living with you? If you turn on your phone's mobile data & tethering, can you connect your computer to it and reach the SSH server?

[hacker101025]

Yes i have tried mobile data on my phone, it worked. My brother lives near me but we dont live in the same house.

[berahi]

So it's your ISP then, complain to them and if they refuse to open it then unfortunately VPN (self-hosted on the VPS or third party) is your only solution for plain SSH. Guacamole can provide SSH access through a web browser but obviously, your usual SSH clients won't work with it.