# xTerm256 Terminal & SSH Client — SSH Client, Shell Console Term

> SSH, Telnet, and SFTP client with advanced features for server management. (iPhone/iPad app by 李宏 朱.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xterm256-terminal-and-ssh-client/id1544449135 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [李宏 朱](https://appshunter.io/developer/793701071)
- Category: Developer Tools, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 58 App Store ratings · 12 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 26 MB
- Languages: Arabic, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Russian, Chinese, Spanish, Chinese
- Released: 2020-12-16
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xterm256-terminal-and-ssh-client/id1544449135/reviews.md

## What is xTerm256 Terminal & SSH Client?

xTerm256 is a powerful SSH, Telnet and SFTP terminal client. Support SHH tunnel and Socket proxy.It's easy to import from ~/.ssh/config

Features:
- Use SSH & Telnet to connect to the server, support the use of username/password authentication and key authentication
-Support SFTP file management, convenient for viewing, downloading, uploading and editing files or folders
- Support private key management, support encrypted PEM(supports RSA (PKCS#1), PKCS#8, DSA (OpenSSL), and ECDSA private keys) and PPK(putty supports RSA (PKCS#1), DSA (OpenSSL), ECDSA and ED25519 private keys) keys
- Support multi-level proxy server function, connect to the host through Socket proxy or SSH tunnel proxy, such as: connect to the bastion through Socket proxy, and then connect to the host 
- Support port knocking (tcp/udp)
- Support local port forwarding or forwarding through a proxy server. For example, by forwarding the Jenkins server, the mobile phone directly accesses the Jenkins website
- Support import private key from Wifi、Files App or share
- Launch (Run) a saved command / script at connection startup
- Snippets. Save your favorite commonly used commands and easily run them
- Connect with your servers using username, password or private key authentication through SSH
- Configurable ‘Standard and Non-Standard’ port
- Terminal tabs: Hop between terminal sessions swiftly

Adaptive Terminal:
· Customize Terminal like background, foreground, cursor colour selection
· Standard Terminal features including ‘Terminal Emulation with Editor’
· Personalize Terminal Size
· Support Terminal Screen copy / paste and easy text selection
· Use Telnet to connect to the server

Subscription Details:
- All features with unlimited companies & unlimited users for all platform(iOS)
- Payment will be charged to Store Account at confirmation of purchase
- Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal
- Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase
- On end of subscription, All features for all platform(iOS) apps will be disable

Contact us at support@pplan.top
Most welcome for any suggestion or feedback as we always keep on adding new features based on our customer's feedback and requests.

## Key features

- SSH, Telnet, and SFTP client
- Username/password and key authentication
- SFTP file management
- Private key management (PEM, PPK)
- Multi-level proxy support
- Port knocking and forwarding
- Customizable terminal appearance

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $0.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $5.99 | per year |
| Weekly Subscription | $0.99 | per 7 days |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Life Time | $14.99 | one-time |
| Life Time | $49.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 12)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xterm256-terminal-and-ssh-client/id1544449135/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Do not work on iPadOS 26!

*2025-09-21*

After update to 26 version app do not start. Please fix it.

**Developer response:** It has been fixed. Just update to the latest version.

### 4/5 — Hope that the function of downoging LOG can be add

*2024-07-15, version 2.9.9*

Nice app, Hope that the function of downoging LOG can be add

### 3/5 — Nice but useless

*2024-01-11, version 2.9.9*

It’s a slick interface and works well, but despite contacting the developer the enter key does not work when saving a file in Nano. Unfortunately this is no use to me despite paying for it, I spend a lot of time editing in Nano and it would be great to use the iPad. Please fix this!

### 5/5 — 不错

*2024-01-11*

很不错的软件 方便快捷

### 5/5 — 好用

*2023-12-09, version 2.9.9*

速度快、介面乾淨整潔，引導教學完善

### 5/5 — Keep the good news

*2023-11-08*

Nice and nice app and very

### 5/5 — Good

*2023-07-23, version 2.9.7*

順暢無比 創作有理

### 4/5 — I’m going to go pick you

*2023-06-24*

The new version of

### 5/5 — Do you want to go tomorrow morning

*2023-06-24*

Feel free to send a message

### 4/5 — Be free for me if

*2023-06-23*

Question is ooop pay you tomorrow

## Frequently asked questions about xTerm256 Terminal & SSH Client

### What authentication methods does xTerm256 support for SSH connections?

xTerm256 supports both username/password authentication and various private key types, including encrypted PEM and PPK keys. This allows for secure and flexible access to your servers.

### Can I manage files directly through xTerm256?

Yes, xTerm256 offers SFTP file management capabilities. You can conveniently view, download, upload, and edit files or folders directly within the app.

### Does xTerm256 support connecting through proxy servers?

Absolutely. xTerm256 supports multi-level proxy server functions, allowing you to connect to hosts via Socket proxy or SSH tunnel proxy. This is useful for accessing servers behind firewalls or in complex network setups.

### How can I customize the terminal appearance in xTerm256?

xTerm256 provides adaptive terminal features for personalization. You can customize the background, foreground, and cursor colors, as well as adjust the terminal size for a comfortable viewing experience.

### What are the subscription options for xTerm256?

xTerm256 offers monthly, weekly, and yearly subscription plans, all with a 3-day free trial. The yearly plan is priced at $5.99, while monthly and weekly options are $0.99.

### How frequently is xTerm256 updated?

The app was last updated on October 9, 2025, indicating active development. The developer frequently adds new features based on customer feedback.

### Is xTerm256 suitable for younger users?

xTerm256 has an age rating of 4+, making it broadly accessible. However, its advanced developer tool features are primarily intended for users with technical knowledge.

### Can I save and reuse common commands in xTerm256?

Yes, xTerm256 features a 'Snippets' function that allows you to save your favorite and commonly used commands. This makes it easy to run them quickly without retyping.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.0.0 — 2025-10-09

fix ios26 crash

### 2.9.9 — 2023-10-22

fix bug

### 2.9.8 — 2023-08-23

fix some bugs

### 2.9.7 — 2023-07-12

fixed bugs

### 2.9.6 — 2023-06-28

Add delete prompt
optimize ui

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