Save Server
Save time, save server
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Save Serve is a free VS Code extension that stores SSH server details securely and lets you connect with one click.
- for
- Developers who use VS Code and need quick SSH access to multiple servers.
- pricing
- free
- license
- MIT
Key features
- Encrypted storage — Server credentials are saved using the OS native keychain and encrypted.
- One-click connect — Click a server in the sidebar to open an SSH terminal instantly.
- Server groups — Organize servers into custom groups for easier management.
- Multiple auth methods — Supports password and SSH-key authentication, including key passphrases.
- Keyboard shortcuts — Hotkeys like Ctrl+Alt+C provide fast search and connection.
- Custom icons & color coding — Assign icons and colors to servers and groups for visual identification.
- Form validation — Real-time validation shows errors while adding or editing servers.
- Export settings — Export server configurations to JSON for backup or sharing.
Use cases
- Quickly open an SSH terminal to a production server without leaving VS Code.
- Group development, staging, and test servers by project for organized access.
- Store both password and SSH-key credentials securely and reuse them across sessions.
- Search and connect to a server using a keyboard shortcut during a debugging session.
Save Server vs alternatives
 Save Server |  Visual Studio Code | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | One-click SSH connections inside VS Code | General code editing |
| Pricing | Free | Free |
| DevHunt upvotes | 0 | 0 |
| Launched | Jan 2026 | — |
- Save Server vs Visual Studio Code: VS Code is the editor itself; Save Serve adds SSH management inside it.
Save Server FAQ
Is Save Serve free and secure?+
Yes, it is free, open-source under the MIT license and stores credentials encrypted in the OS native keychain.
How do I add a new SSH server?+
Open the Save Serve sidebar, click the + button, fill in host, port, username and authentication method, then save.
Can I organize servers by project?+
Yes, you can create custom groups and assign servers to them for better organization.
What authentication methods are supported?+
Both password authentication and SSH-key authentication (with optional key passphrase) are supported.
How do I connect to a server without typing commands?+
Simply click the server entry in the sidebar or use the Ctrl+Alt+C shortcut to open an SSH terminal automatically.
Can I back up my server list?+
Yes, you can export all server configurations to a JSON file for backup or sharing.
Summarized by DevHunt from kianurivzzz.github.io · Oct 5, 2026. Details may change; check the official site.
