SSHM – SSH connection manager

SSHM is an enterprise-grade SSH connection manager with integrated tmux sessions and intuitive TUI.

It’s designed for DevOps teams managing complex infrastructure. It combines organized server management, persistent tmux sessions, and a k9s-inspired terminal interface to eliminate connection overhead and improve operational efficiency.

This is free and open source software.

Features include:

  • TUI Interface:
    • Visual Navigation – Arrow keys, search (/), quick actions (a, e, d)
    • Multi-Panel Layout – Servers, profiles, sessions, history
    • Real-time Monitoring – Connection status and session health
    • Keyboard Shortcuts – Full control without mouse interaction
  • Session Management:
    • Intelligent tmux Integration – Automatic session creation and naming
    • Single Server Mode – Dedicated sessions per server
    • Group Mode – One session with multiple windows per profile
    • Persistence – Sessions survive network interruptions
  • Security & Authentication:
    • Multiple Methods – SSH keys, passwords, SSH agent
    • Encrypted Storage – System keyring integration
    • Connection History – Track usage patterns and diagnostics
    • Secure Input – Hidden credential prompts
  • Team Collaboration:
    • Profile Organization – Environment-based grouping (dev/staging/prod)
    • Configuration Export – YAML/JSON sharing between teams
    • Import Support – SSH config and team configurations
    • Batch Operations – Simultaneous environment connections

Website: github.com/gu1llaum-3/sshm
Support:
Developer: SSHM Contributors
License: MIT License

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