Proxmox VE (web) Default Password & IP Address
Find the default username, password, and IP address for Proxmox VE (web). Access your Proxmox VE (web) admin panel with factory default credentials.
Default Credentials
1 Credentials| Username | Password | IP Address | Port | Protocol |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| root | proxmox | - | - | - |
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How to Login to Proxmox VE (web)
Follow these steps to access the Proxmox VE (web) admin panel using the default credentials listed above.
- Make sure your computer or phone is connected to the Proxmox VE (web) network via Wi-Fi or Ethernet cable.
- Open a web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge) and enter the device IP address into the address bar.
- When the login screen appears, type the default username and password from the table above.
- If the credentials work, you will be taken to the Proxmox VE (web) admin dashboard. If they fail, the password may have been changed — perform a factory reset.
- For security reasons, change the default password immediately after your first successful login.
Common Login Problems & Fixes
Cannot reach the login page
Confirm you are connected to the correct network and that the IP address is correct. Try a different browser or clear your browser cache.
Default password not accepted
Someone may have changed the password. Perform a factory reset to restore the original Proxmox VE (web) credentials.
Page loads but admin panel never opens
Check that you typed http:// (not https://) and that no VPN or proxy is intercepting traffic to the local IP.
Forgot the changed password
Hold the reset button on the Proxmox VE (web) for 10–15 seconds to restore factory defaults, then use the table above.
Security Tips for VE (web)
Default credentials make any device a target. After logging into your Proxmox VE (web), change the password to something strong and unique, disable services you do not need, and keep firmware updated.
About Proxmox
Proxmox is a manufacturer of network and IT hardware. Default credentials shipped with Proxmox devices are publicly documented for setup and recovery purposes — that is why we maintain this database. After your first login you should always change the Proxmox VE (web) password to a strong, unique value.
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How to Reset Proxmox VE (web)
If the default credentials don't work, your device may have been configured with a custom password. To restore factory defaults:
- Locate the Reset button (usually a small pinhole on the back of the device)
- Press and hold the Reset button for 10-15 seconds using a paperclip
- Wait for the device to reboot (LEDs will flash)
- After the reset, use the default credentials from the table above to log in