Chmod 700 - rwx------ Permission Breakdown
Chmod 700 equals rwx------ in symbolic notation. Owner read/write/execute; no access for others. Use case: Private script directories and SSH config folders. Toggle bits below, see security warnings, and copy chmod 700 commands for your path.
Permission bits
| Role | Read (r) | Write (w) | Execute (x) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Owner (u) | |||
| Group (g) | |||
| Others (o) |
Octal
700
Symbolic
rwx------
Execute (x) lets the owner run this file as a program or script.
Commands
chmod 700 filenamechmod u=rwx,g=---,o=--- filenameCommon presets
How to run chmod 700
Check current permissions with ls -l path, apply chmod 700 path, then
verify again. Symbolic form: rwx------
. Typical use: Private script directories and SSH config folders.
ls -l your-file- note the current modechmod 700 your-file- apply this models -l your-file- confirm the change
chmod 700 bit breakdown
| Role | Octal digit | Symbolic |
|---|---|---|
| Owner | 7 | rwx |
| Group | 0 | --- |
| Others | 0 | --- |
Chmod 700 FAQ
What does chmod 700 mean?
Octal 700 maps to rwx------. Owner read/write/execute; no access for others. Typical use: Private script directories and SSH config folders. Each digit encodes owner, group, and others permissions using read=4, write=2, execute=1, so you can rebuild the mode from individual rwx bits when auditing a deployment or fixing a broken upload script.
What is rwx------ in octal?
Symbolic rwx------ converts to octal 700. Owner digits come first, then group, then others. This page loads the calculator with 700 pre-selected so you can inspect or tweak individual bits and copy a ready chmod command for your path before you deploy.
When should I use chmod 700?
Private script directories and SSH config folders Always verify against your deployment checklist and security policy before applying the mode recursively in production. Use the calculator above to preview symbolic notation and warnings, then copy the exact chmod command for your path.
How do I run chmod 700 in the terminal?
Execute chmod 700 path/to/file for a single file, or chmod 700 -R directory/ recursively. Confirm the path first - recursive chmod on the wrong folder is difficult to undo. Copy the command from the calculator output above, then re-run ls -l to confirm rwx------.
Chmod 700 vs ls -l output: how do they relate?
ls -l shows symbolic permissions on the left (e.g., rwx------) and may omit octal. This calculator bridges both views. Compare the symbolic string character-by-character with ls -l. Match every rwx character before you ship.
Where is the full chmod calculator?
The main Chmod Calculator supports any 3-digit octal value and interactive rwx toggles with live security warnings. Visit /dev-tools/chmod-calculator/ for the complete tool with methodology, related modes, and Dev Tools cross-links when you need a mode outside this named preset page.
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