CH-J Server Managerserver management over SSH
A CH-J Software project → SSH AND SERVER MANAGEMENT

Server management, SSH and terminal
in one place

CH-J Server Manager is a cross-platform tool for managing SSH connections, server profiles and remote systems. It brings servers, credentials, terminal sessions, SFTP and related tools together in one application.

0available platforms
SHA‑512integrity check for every package
KEY BENEFITS

Clear and secure server management

One workspace for connections, everyday administration and the tools you need when working with remote systems.

01 Security

Sensitive data under your control

Credentials and other sensitive data are protected with encryption. Server Manager is designed to simplify everyday server administration without unnecessary compromises in security.

02 Server management

All servers in one place

Create and organize server profiles, save the required connection parameters and work with multiple systems from one clear interface.

03 Cross-platform environment

Windows, macOS and Linux

Server Manager is designed as a cross-platform application, so you can use the same environment across different operating systems.

FEATURES

Tools for everyday server administration

Core features bring connections, terminal sessions, files and secure credential storage into one workflow.

Integrated SSH terminal

Connect to Linux and other SSH servers directly from the application. A unified environment makes working with multiple servers easier without constantly switching between separate tools.

Organized server profiles

Store servers in individual profiles and keep the required connection parameters available in one place.

Terminal and files side by side

Work with remote files over SFTP while using an SSH terminal within the same server profile.

Encrypted local vault

Server profiles, saved SSH passwords and known host keys are protected by scrypt and AES-256-GCM. The master password is not stored on disk.

Installable tools

Extend the compact Core with separate plugins for monitoring, SFTP file management, SSH keys, logs, users or NGINX without modifying the base application.

Hash & Checksum

Calculate local file hashes with 49 algorithms, verify expected digests, compare files, and create checksum manifests. Output supports HEX and Base64; file contents and digests are never uploaded.

All algorithms and capabilities →

Server Diagnostics

Probe ICMP, traceroute, DNS, HTTP/1.1/2/3, TLS and TCP without an SSH connection. Live results, local history and JSON/CSV/TXT exports.

Server Diagnostics →

Reliable saving and latency

The remote editor detects concurrent changes and retains a recovery copy after failures. The terminal measures SSH RTT and ICMP ping separately.

Biometric unlock and security

Optional Touch ID, Windows Hello including PIN, and fingerprint authentication through fprintd. Master-password fallback, inactivity locking and optional focus locking.

SUPPORTED SYSTEMS

One application across multiple platforms

CH-J Server Manager is available for Windows, macOS and Linux. The goal is to provide a consistent working environment regardless of the platform used to manage your servers.

Current installer availability and supported architectures are listed for each operating system in the download section below.
Windows
macOS
Linux (Ubuntu)
DOWNLOAD THE APP

Choose your operating system

All releases and updates →

Windows

A first-install package is not available for this system yet. Update packages are intentionally not offered here.

macOS

A first-install package is not available for this system yet. Update packages are intentionally not offered here.

Linux (Ubuntu)

A first-install package is not available for this system yet. Update packages are intentionally not offered here.

THE APP IN PRACTICE

Explore CH-J Server Manager

Real views of the current Core 0.0.1: the secure vault, SSH terminal, updates, plugins, and local settings.

Unlocking the encrypted vault
Unlocking the encrypted vaultOpen full size ↗
Application overview
Application overviewOpen full size ↗
Interactive SSH terminal
Interactive SSH terminalOpen full size ↗
Application updates
Application updatesOpen full size ↗
Installed plugins
Installed pluginsOpen full size ↗
Core settings
Core settingsOpen full size ↗
SUPPORT

Frequently asked questions

Concise answers about supported systems, connections, data storage and updates.

View all questions →
Is CH-J Server Manager free?

Yes. Commercial and non-commercial use of releases under the CH-J Proprietary Software License 1.14 is permitted without license fees indefinitely under its terms.

Which operating systems does it support?

Current Alpha builds target Windows 11 x64, macOS on Apple Silicon (ARM64), and Ubuntu 24.04 LTS x64. Packages currently available are always listed in the Download section.

Does it support SSH?

Yes. The application provides an interactive SSH terminal, connection profiles and authentication with a password or private SSH key.

Does it support SFTP?

Yes. The installable File Manager can browse, upload, download and edit remote files over SFTP in the context of a server profile.

Where are connections and sensitive data stored?

Profiles, saved SSH passwords and known host keys are stored in a local encrypted vault. The master password is not stored on disk; with key authentication, the private key remains in the local file selected by the user.

Does the application require its own cloud account?

No. You do not need a CH-J account to manage server profiles or SSH connections. The distribution server provides the catalog and downloads for the application, updates and plugins.

Can I manage multiple servers?

Yes. You can save each server in its own profile with separate parameters and reconnect to it from a single overview.

How do I update the application?

The application loads an HTTPS catalog of compatible releases for the selected channel. Before using an update package, it verifies the expected size and SHA-512 checksum.

MORE DOWNLOADS

Updates, plugins, and older releases

The catalog contains available application builds, update history, and standalone extension packages.

Open all releases
PACKAGE INTEGRITY

Verification before installation

We publish the file size and SHA-512 for every release. The application verifies an update package again after download and before launching it.