Built for everyday remote work
A better native SSH client for Apple devices
Connect to servers, keep them organized, browse remote files, and stay in sync with Keychain-secured credentials across your iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
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Requires iOS 16+ or macOS 13+ (Apple Silicon). Free forever, or buy lifetime.
Why choose VVTerm
A focused terminal app for people who want native Apple UX, modern SSH options, and pricing that still makes sense for solo users.
Native on iPhone, iPad, and Mac
One app designed specifically for Apple platforms, with interfaces that feel at home everywhere you use it.
Modern SSH included
Use standard SSH, Mosh, Tailscale SSH, or Cloudflare Tunnel SSH without juggling separate tools.
iCloud sync without pain
Keep server metadata in sync automatically while credentials stay protected in Keychain.
Fair pricing with lifetime
Free forever for personal use, Pro unlocks scale, and lifetime is there if subscriptions are not your thing.
Built for faster, simpler remote work
VVTerm is built to make everyday remote work feel faster, simpler, and more native on Apple devices.
Fast, accurate terminal rendering
Powered by libghostty for responsive drawing, correct terminal behavior, and a better feeling remote session.
Connect your way
Standard SSH when you want it, modern transports when you need them, with less setup friction.
Built-in SFTP file browser
Browse remote folders, upload and download files, create directories, and rename, move, or delete items without switching to a separate SFTP app.
Preview and edit in place
Preview text, image, and video files inline, edit supported text files, and inspect metadata and POSIX permissions.
Pick up on any device
Start on your Mac, reconnect from your phone, and keep your server list with you everywhere.
Organize servers simply
Workspaces, environments, and multiple tabs keep solo infrastructure manageable without team-platform overhead.
Who it is for
Made for people who manage real machines, but do not want a bloated control plane just to open a terminal.
Solo devs
For side projects, client work, and small production stacks that need a clean SSH workflow.
Homelab users
Check containers, update machines, and jump between services from the Apple devices you already use.
Apple-first technical users
If you live on iPhone, iPad, and Mac, VVTerm fits that environment instead of fighting it.
Remote AI and server workflows
Check Codex, Claude Code, OpenCode, remote agents, GPU boxes, inference hosts, and automation servers when you are away from your desk.
Free forever. Upgrade when you need more.
Start free, upgrade when your setup grows, or buy lifetime and be done with it.
Free
Free forever for personal use
$0/forever
- ✓1 workspace
- ✓3 servers
- ✓1 connection tab
- ✓SSH, Mosh, Tailscale SSH, and Cloudflare Tunnel SSH
- ✓Ghostty-powered terminal rendering
- ✓iCloud sync
- ✓Voice-to-command
- ✓Keychain security
Pro
Unlock scale when you need more
Monthly Yearly Save 68%
$6.49/mo$24.99/yr
- ✓Unlimited workspaces
- ✓Unlimited servers
- ✓Unlimited connection tabs
- ✓Custom environments
- ✓Priority support
- ✓All future features
Lifetime available
Lifetime
Pay once and keep it simple
$49.99
- ✓Everything in Pro
- ✓One-time purchase
- ✓All future updates
- ✓Priority support forever
Refunds are handled by Apple through the App Store
Frequently asked questions
What is VVTerm?
VVTerm is an SSH terminal app for iOS and macOS. It lets you manage and connect to remote servers with iCloud sync across your Apple devices.
How does iCloud sync work?
Server configurations sync via iCloud to all your devices. Passwords and SSH keys are stored in Apple Keychain and can sync via iCloudKeychain when enabled.
Which connection methods are supported?
VVTerm supports standard SSH plus Mosh, Tailscale SSH, and Cloudflare Tunnel SSH. Credentials stay secured in Apple Keychain when required.
Does VVTerm work on iPad?
Yes. VVTerm works on iPhone, iPad, and Mac, and the iOS version includes a keyboard toolbar with Esc, Tab, Ctrl, and arrow keys.
What terminal engine does it use?
VVTerm uses libghostty, the same rendering engine from Ghostty, for fast and accurate terminal emulation.
What is included in Free vs Pro?
Free includes 1 workspace, 3 servers, and 1 connection tab. Pro unlocks unlimited workspaces, servers, simultaneous connections, and custom environments.
Can I use one purchase on multiple devices?
Yes. Your Pro purchase syncs through the App Store. Sign in with the same Apple ID on your devices to unlock Pro everywhere.
What is the refund policy?
Refunds are handled by Apple through the App Store. To request one, use Apple's refund flow at reportaproblem.apple.com.
What are the system requirements?
iOS 16+ on iPhone and iPad, or macOS 13+ Ventura on Apple Silicon Macs. Intel Macs are not supported.
Does VVTerm include remote file browsing?
Yes. VVTerm includes a built-in SFTP Files view for browsing folders, previewing text, image, and video files, uploading and downloading, renaming or moving items, creating folders, and editing POSIX permissions on supported servers.
Your servers. Anywhere.
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