---
title: "Configuring Cloud VPN on Debian"
source: "https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/server-administration/linux/configuring-cloud-vpn-on-debian/"
description: "Using a VPN to connect to your server? Liquid Web offers a cloud vpn solution for connecting to your server securely. Get directions for installing and configur…"
vertical: "Hosting"
date: "2024-03-04"
last_modified: "2026-07-23"
---

# Configuring Cloud VPN on Debian

Once you create your Cloud VPN, the next step is to configure it so that you can connect securely from anywhere. This tutorial will walk you through configuring your VPN on a Debian workstation. We recommend using the **Cisco AnyConnect Client**. The setup is simple and reliable. If for some reason you have trouble using the Cisco Client, you can also try the Native Debian client shown later in the article. Only one client is required for your VPN connection.

## Using Cisco AnyConnect Client

1. Open https://vpn.liquidweb.services on any browser on your workstation. Enter the credentials you created for your VPN user. If you need to create a VPN user, see [Setting Up Your Cloud VPN.](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/portal/account/account-security/setting-up-your-cloud-vpn/)

![vpn login screen](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/help.liquidweb.com_R9BXYV.jpg)2. Click the **Download button** to download the client on your workstation (the installer will detect which version of the software you need). Run the installer.
3. Open the AnyConnect client. Enter **vpn.liquidweb.services** into the AnyConnect client.

![vpn connection dialogue box](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/help.liquidweb.com_jO4DEm.png)4. Enter the username/password you created for the VPN user. Then click **OK.**

![anyconnect user credentials screenshot](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/help.liquidweb.com_bETLOZ.png)That’s it! You’re now connected to your Liquid Web Cloud VPN and can securely access your server.

## Using the Native Debian Client

To install the VPN client for your Cloud VPN on a Debian workstation, [log in via SSH](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/server-administration/linux/logging-into-your-server-via-secure-shell-ssh/) and enter the following command:

```
sudo apt-get install network-manager-vpnc-gnome
```

1. Once the installation is complete, click on the **Menu** in the upper left-hand corner of your screen. Select the **Tools Icon** to open the **Settings** page.  
    ![tools icon highlighted](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/help.liquidweb.com_Z5KZAS.png)
2. Click on the **Network** icon to open your **Network Connections**.  
    ![network icon highlighted](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/help.liquidweb.com_JKMvFr.png)
3. Click on the **\[+\]** **Plus Sign** at the bottom left of the networks list.  
    ![plus button highlighted](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/help.liquidweb.com_AVRswk.png)
4. Select **VPN** as the network connection.  
    ![vpn link highlighted](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/help.liquidweb.com_6jpFin.png)
5. Select **Cisco Compatible VPN (vpnc)**.  
    ![cisco compatible vpn highlighted](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/help.liquidweb.com_jXVp2g.png)
6. The **Gateway** is the IP address: 50.28.17.124, enter your User name and Password. The **Group name** is: *liquidweb* and the **Group Password** can be found in your [account](https://portal.nexcess.com/). The Group Password can be found by clicking on the Cloud VPN under Services, then clicking “Connecting”.  
    ![](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/cloud-vpn.png)  
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
    | ### **Note:**     The username you create for the VPN must be in lower case letters only. The VPN client will not recognize upper case letters or special characters. Numbers are allowed. |
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    ![login credentials entered](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/help.liquidweb.com_H6xagE.png)
7. Click **Add** to save your configuration settings.  
    ![add button highlighted](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/help.liquidweb.com_TqM6Hs.png)
8. Once the VPN is saved, you can connect securely by clicking **Connect** in your **Menu**.  
    ![connect highlighted in menu](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/help.liquidweb.com_26IQDK.png)