# Secure Terminal — SSH & SFTP & XWindow

> Secure SSH, SFTP, and Telnet client with advanced terminal features. (iPhone/iPad app by Filippo Maguolo.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/secure-terminal/id1463284695 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Filippo Maguolo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1154554717)
- Category: Developer Tools, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 60 App Store ratings · 75 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.4 · 130 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2019-05-16
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/secure-terminal/id1463284695/reviews.md

## What is Secure Terminal?

SSH Terminal to access multiple SSH server, with full support of "xterm-256color" emulation.

Base Features:
• SSH connection with password or key authentication: DSA, RSA, ECDSA, Ed25519 (OpenSSH format & Putty PPK)
• SSH Agent
• Key generation (RSA, ECDSA, Ed25519)
• Support for FIDO key (iPhone NFC only)
• Secure Enclave Key
• Support for Sixel, iTerm2 image, ZModem and Trzsz protocols
• Connection params are safely stored on Keychain
• Connection history & localization
• Connection through SSH proxy
• Connection with Telnet protocol
• External keyboard support
• Terminal colors customization
• Multiple font size
• Image background
• User font choice (fixed width only)
• Pointer/Mouse support

PRO Features (require in-app purchase):
• Upload/Download files through SFTP
• Port forwarding
• Local text editor
• Store unlimited connections
• Files plugin support
• Shortcuts support
• Commands snippet
• Hosts Status Dashboard
• SFTP Commander
• XWindow (iPad only)

## Key features

- SSH & Telnet connection
- Password & key authentication
- SFTP file transfer
- xterm-256color emulation
- Key generation
- Port forwarding
- Customizable terminal

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO FEATURE | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 75)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/secure-terminal/id1463284695/reviews.md

### 5/5 — An absolute joy to use

*2026-08-08, version 1.48*

This is the terminal app to get. Very user-friendly and no annoyances. Best part? It’s FREE!

### 5/5 — Perfect

*2026-06-12, version 1.46*

Exactly what I was looking for. A great terminal app with a one time purchase for pro features. This developer deserves to be supported so they can keep making great apps.

### 5/5 — Hidden gem

*2026-05-24*

I’ve tried all the popular ones and most have at least one feature I need missing or broken. The one that got the closest to perfect is subscription based. This one has everything I wanted and some more in its free version and then even more after a 1 time purchase. I don’t see people raving about it often enough but I will be among those who do.

### 5/5 — Great terminal SSH/sFTP app at great price!

*2026-05-03, version 1.46*

You really can’t beat this value and it will work on your MacBook, iPhone, and iPad if you have them too. Give this a shot there’s even some server monitoring built-in too.

### 4/5 — Going ok

*2026-04-01, version 1.46*

So far so good looking forward to future developments

### 5/5 — Awesome

*2026-02-27*

Practical, one-time purchase, European!

### 5/5 — Great

*2025-12-03*

I’m using this app for a long time, is the best app for terminal in iPhone

### 5/5 — Bester SSH-Client ever

*2025-11-07*

Der beste SSH-Client den es derzeit im App Store gibt mit einem Entwickler, der immer für Vorschläge und Verbesserungen offen ist.

Vielen Dank für die regelmäßigen Updates.

5 Sterne vergebe ich sehr gerne, ich würde dafür auch noch mehr Sterne vergeben.

### 5/5 — Best terminal evah!

*2025-10-15, version 1.44*

Seriously, this has all the features you expect and is a breeze to set up and use.  Latest update fixed the minor gripes I had.  Highly recommended.

### 5/5 — 好评

*2025-10-15, version 1.44*

非常棒的应用，简洁大方。

## Frequently asked questions about Secure Terminal

### What does the Secure Terminal app do?

Secure Terminal allows you to connect to remote servers using SSH and Telnet protocols. It supports various authentication methods, advanced terminal emulations, and file transfer capabilities like SFTP, enabling you to manage servers and transfer files securely from your device.

### What are the key features of Secure Terminal?

Key features include SSH and Telnet connections with password or key authentication, support for multiple key types, SSH Agent, key generation, and advanced terminal emulations like xterm-256color. PRO features, unlocked via in-app purchase, add SFTP file transfers, port forwarding, and unlimited connection storage.

### How much does Secure Terminal cost?

The base version of Secure Terminal is free to download and use. Advanced features such as SFTP file transfer, port forwarding, and unlimited connection storage are available through an in-app purchase, offering a freemium model.

### What platforms is Secure Terminal compatible with?

The application is designed for mobile devices. It specifically mentions support for FIDO keys on iPhone NFC, indicating compatibility with iOS devices. It also supports external keyboard input, suggesting broader mobile platform compatibility.

### What are common use cases for Secure Terminal?

Common use cases include remotely managing servers, deploying code, troubleshooting network issues, and securely transferring files between your device and servers. It's ideal for developers and system administrators who need on-the-go access to their infrastructure.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.49 — 2026-08-21

• Performance improvements
• Bugfixes

### 1.48 — 2026-08-03

• Added Alt key mapping configuration
• Bugfixes

### 1.47 — 2026-07-16

• New SFTP Commander
• New XWindow (iPad only)

### 1.46 — 2026-01-21

• Added top processes in Status View
• Added additional edit in Snippet Commands before sending to terminal
• Bug fixes

### 1.45.1 — 2025-12-21

• Fixed cursor visibility when reconnecting

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## Related topics

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