Turn your Raspberry Pi into a remote server with ease by accessing it over the internet!

Learn how to access your Raspberry Pi over the internet using dynamic DNS, port forwarding, and an SSH client. This guide will walk you through the steps required to securely connect to your Pi from a …


Updated August 20, 2023

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Learn how to access your Raspberry Pi over the internet using dynamic DNS, port forwarding, and an SSH client. This guide will walk you through the steps required to securely connect to your Pi from anywhere in the world.

To access your Raspberry Pi over the internet, there are three main components that need to be set up correctly: Dynamic DNS, Port Forwarding on your router, and an SSH client on your computer. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you get started:

  1. Set Up Dynamic DNS

Dynamic DNS is a service that allows you to connect to your Raspberry Pi using a domain name instead of an IP address. This makes it easier to remember and access your device, even if your internet IP changes frequently.

To set up dynamic DNS, follow these steps:

  • Sign up for a free account with a dynamic DNS provider such as No-IP or DynDNS.
  • Follow their instructions to install their software on your Raspberry Pi and configure it with your account details. This usually involves adding some lines of code to the /etc/rc.local file or running a Python script on startup.
  1. Port Forwarding

Port forwarding is a technique that redirects incoming traffic from your router’s public IP address to your Raspberry Pi’s local IP address. This allows you to connect to your device even if it’s behind a firewall or NAT.

To set up port forwarding, follow these steps:

  • Log in to your router’s admin interface by typing its IP address into your web browser (usually 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1).
  • Navigate to the port forwarding settings page and add a new rule that forwards incoming traffic on a specific port (e.g., 22) to your Raspberry Pi’s local IP address (find this in the router or by running hostname -I on the Pi).
  1. Set Up An SSH Client

Secure Shell (SSH) is a protocol that allows you to remotely access and control your Raspberry Pi over the internet. To connect using SSH, you need an SSH client installed on your computer. If you’re using Windows, PuTTY is a popular choice. For macOS and Linux, the built-in terminal supports SSH natively.

To set up an SSH client, follow these steps:

  • Install an SSH client if necessary (e.g., PuTTY for Windows).
  • Open the client and enter your Raspberry Pi’s domain name or IP address in the appropriate field. If you’re using a non-standard port for SSH, enter it as well.
  • Authenticate with your Raspberry Pi by entering the username (usually pi) and password (default is raspberry).
  • You should now have access to your Raspberry Pi’s command line interface over the internet!

That’s it! With dynamic DNS, port forwarding, and an SSH client set up, you can access your Raspberry Pi from anywhere in the world with just a few clicks. Remember to keep your Pi’s software updated and secure by regularly applying patches and changing default passwords.