If you need to start fresh or change your server's distribution, you can perform a full operating system reinstallation directly through the Virtualizor Enduser Panel.
Warning: Reinstalling your operating system will permanently erase ALL DATA stored on your VPS. Ensure you download off-site backups before proceeding.
Reinstallation Steps
- Log in to your Client Area and navigate to Services > My Services.
- Select your active VPS.
- In the left sidebar menu under Virtualizor, click Enduser Panel.
- Inside the Virtualizor panel, click the Install / OS Reinstall icon.
- Select your desired Operating System (e.g., Ubuntu, AlmaLinux, Debian, or Windows Server).
- Enter a strong New Password for your root or administrator account.
- Click Reinstall and confirm the prompt to initiate the installation process.
Important Notes Post-Install
- Time Required: The reinstallation process typically takes 3 to 10 minutes depending on the OS image chosen.
- Status Monitoring: Do not execute power commands or force a restart while the status indicates installation is in progress.
- SSH Keys: The server's SSH fingerprint will change upon a clean install. If you connect via SSH, you will need to clear the old host key from your local
known_hostsfile.
