Import existing hosts
This page describes how to import your data to Termius from a previously used SSH client.
Termius supports several import options, allowing you to migrate your existing hosts to Termius.
Import data
Termius supports importing the contents of the ~/.ssh folder, including ssh_config, known_hosts, and key files:
Navigate to the Hosts screen and select
Importfrom theNew Hostdrop-down
Choose
~/.sshas the import source
Select the entities you want to import and click
Import
The imported entities will be added to your Personal vault
There are a few limitations to be aware of:
ProxyCommandis not supported and will be ignoredJumpHostsettings will be converted into a Host chainIdentityFilecan only be imported with the Termius app downloaded directly from the website
Termius can import hosts from a CSV file, including labels, IP addresses, protocols, ports, groups, subgroups, tags, and credentials.
Fill out the Termius CSV template first
Navigate to the Hosts screen and select
Importfrom theNew Hostdrop-downChoose
CSVas the import source
Download the template. Enter the information you want to import into the file. Ensure that each host's hostname or IP address is specified in the CSV file
Import into Termius
When preparing a CSV file, make sure it matches the required format. Once ready, upload your file to import hosts into Termius:
Select
Importfrom theNew Hostdrop-down on the Hosts screenChoose
CSVas the import source, then clickSkip download
Drag and drop your file to Termius, then click
Continue
The imported entities will be added to your Personal vault
Termius can import connections, tunnels, and keys from PuTTY.
Import from PuTTY on Windows
Termius can automatically import your saved PuTTY sessions and convert them into hosts, so you can reuse your existing setup without recreating it:
Navigate to the Hosts screen and select
Importfrom theNew Hostdrop-downChoose
PuTTYas the import source
Select the entities you want to import and click
Import
The imported entities will be added to your Personal vault
Import from PuTTY on macOS and Linux
1. Export from PuTTY
If you want to transfer your PuTTY sessions to another system, export them as a file:
Open Windows PowerShell
Run the following command:
reg export HKCU\Software\SimonTatham ([Environment]::GetFolderPath("Desktop") + "\putty.reg")Transfer the
putty.regfile to your macOS or Linux device
2. Import into Termius
Once you have the exported file:
Navigate to the Hosts screen and select
Importfrom theNew Hostdrop-downChoose
PuTTYas the import source, then drag and drop your .reg fileSelect the entities you want to add to Termius and click
ImportThe imported entities will be added to your Personal vault
Termius can import sessions, folders, and SSH tunnels from MobaXterm.
MobaXterm stores sessions in a configuration file, so you can transfer them by copying the MobaXterm.ini file and importing it into Termius.
1. Export the configuration file
In MobaXterm, navigate to
Settings > Export configurationSelect an option to export the entire MobaXterm configuration
2. Import into Termius
Navigate to the Hosts screen and select
Importfrom theNew Hostdrop-downChoose
MobaXtermas the import source, then drag and drop your .mobaconf or .mxtsession file
Enter the passphrase if the file is encrypted
Select the entities you want to import and click
Import
The imported entities will be added to your Personal vault
Termius can import hosts, groups, and credentials from SecureCRT. SecureCRT stores sessions as files on all platforms, so you can transfer them by copying the configuration folder and importing it into Termius.
1. Export the configuration file
In SecureCRT, navigate to
Tools>Export settingsChoose a file name and click
Export
2. Import into Termius
Navigate to the Hosts screen and select
Importfrom theNew Hostdrop-downChoose
SecureCRTas the import source, then drag and drop your .xml file
Enter the passphrase if the file is encrypted
Select the entities you want to import and click
Import
The imported entities will be added to your Personal vault
Organize your data
To keep your hosts structured and easy to manage, use Groups and Vaults to organize your infrastructure. This helps you separate environments, simplify navigation, and control access across your team.
Learn more in Groups and tags and Team vaults.
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