How do I set up SSH so I don't have to type my password?

Generate a SSH key (if you don't have one) If you happen to use GNOME, the seahorse application ("Passwords and Encryption Keys") can do it for you: File -> New -> Secure Shell Key. If you prefer terminal, run to generate a keypair. Valid keypair types are: rsa: the default dsa: more-or-less equivalent, except restricted to 1024 bit keys ecdsa: same security with smaller keys, but relatively new and somewhat rare in SSH software. ed25519: High security (more resistant to side channel attacks an…