How to Setup a Cloud VPS with MaxReseller (Step-by-Step Guide)

If you’re looking for reliable and scalable VPS hosting, MaxReseller is a top choice in the Indian hosting market. This guide walks you through how to log in, order a VPS plan, set up your server, and access the dashboard — all in just a few minutes.

🔐 Step 1: Log in to MaxReseller

To begin, visit the official MaxReseller Client Area:

🔗 https://maxreseller.com/clientarea/login

• Enter your registered email address and password

• Click Login

• If you don’t have an account, click Create Account
  

☁️ Step 2: Access the Cloud VPS Page

After logging in:

• Navigate to the Servers or VPS Hosting section on the dashboard

• Click on Cloud VPS to view all available plans

📊 Step 3: Browse and Compare VPS Plans

Here, you’ll be able to compare key features:

• CPU Cores

• RAM

• SSD Storage

• Bandwidth

• Pricing

• Server Locations

Take your time to choose a VPS plan that suits your resource needs and budget.

🛒 Step 4: Select a Plan & Order

• Click Order Now on the VPS plan of your choice

• Configure any add-ons or extra features if required

• Click Continue to Checkout

💳 Step 5: Complete the Payment

• On the payment page, click Pay Now

• Scan the QR code displayed on the screen using your mobile banking app

• Complete the transaction

• Wait for payment confirmation

Once completed, you will be redirected to the Client Area.

🧩 Step 6: Launch VPS Control Panel

• From the dashboard, click Continue to Client Area

• Go to Services > My Services

• Click on your VPS Service Name

• Then click Open Control Panel

⚙️ Step 7: Server Setup

Now it’s time to configure your server:

• Enter your Server Name

• Set the Hostname

• Choose the correct Timezone

• Select the Operating System you prefer (Ubuntu, CentOS, etc.)

• Optionally, add your SSH Key

• For advanced settings, click Advanced Options

• Once all settings are ready, click Install

⚠️ Please wait while the installation process completes. It might take a few minutes.

📬 Step 8: Receive Server Credentials

Once installation is 100% complete, you will receive an email containing:

• Address: 103.xx.xx.230

• Port: xx

• User: xxxx

• Password: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

🖥️ Step 9: Access Server via SSH

After receiving your server credentials via email, you can access your VPS directly using SSH from your terminal.

📥 Open Your Terminal

If you’re using:

• Windows: Open Command Prompt or PowerShell, or use an SSH client like PuTTY

• macOS / Linux: Open your default Terminal app

🔐 Use the SSH Command

Replace the placeholders with your actual server details:

For example:

• username: Typically root for VPS

• your-server-ip: The IP address provided in the email

• port: The SSH port (default is 22, unless otherwise specified)

🔑 Enter Your Password

When prompted, paste the password from your welcome email. You won’t see it as you type — this is normal for security.

✅ Final Thoughts

Setting up your VPS on MaxReseller is quick, efficient, and beginner-friendly. Whether you’re launching a web app, hosting client sites, or managing development servers — their cloud infrastructure offers high reliability and support.