> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://help.freakhosting.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # BeamMP Server Guide: Auth Key, Setup, Mods, Maps and Fixes > BeamMP server guide for FREAKHOSTING: Keymaster auth key, Startup settings, private servers, mods, custom maps, console commands, Lua plugins and fixes. This BeamMP server guide lists every FREAKHOSTING help page for BeamMP, the multiplayer mod for BeamNG.drive. Your server is set up on the **Startup** page of the Game Panel (name, auth key, max cars, map, private) and through **Files** (`ServerConfig.toml`, mods and plugins in `Resources`). Start with your [Keymaster auth key](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/beammp/setting-server-name-and-auth-key.md): without it the server is never listed. | Fact | Value | | - | - | | Panel pages | **Startup**, **Console**, **Files** (no separate game settings page) | | Needed to be listed | An auth key from [keymaster.beammp.com](https://keymaster.beammp.com) in **Authentication Key** | | Default map | `/levels/gridmap_v2/info.json` | | Cars per player | **Max Cars**, 1 to 10 (default 1) | | Client mods and maps | `Resources/Client` (`.zip`, sent to players on join) | | Server plugins | `Resources/Server//` (Lua 5.3.5) | | Join password | None; use **Private** to hide the server | ## Most asked 1. [Get a BeamMP auth key](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/beammp/setting-server-name-and-auth-key.md): the Keymaster, step by step. 2. [Private server and passwords](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/beammp/setting-a-private-server-password.md): why there is no password, and what to use instead. 3. [Console commands](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/beammp/beammp-console-commands.md): kick, say, list, settings and more. 4. [Install a custom map](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/beammp/installing-custom-maps.md): upload the zip and set **Map**. 5. [Not showing in the list](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/beammp/beammp-server-not-showing-in-list.md): key and **Private** checks. 6. [Install mods](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/beammp/beammp-how-to-install-mods-on-beammp-server.md): `Resources/Client` and `Resources/Server`. 7. [Optimise bandwidth](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/beammp/optimizing-bandwidth-for-beammp.md): faster joins and less lag. ## Start here > [card] [Getting started](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/beammp/getting-started-with-your-beammp-server.md) > > Key, Startup variables and first start. > [card] [Join a BeamMP server](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/beammp/how-to-join-a-beammp-server.md) > > Server list and Direct Connect. > [card] [Log in to the Game Panel](https://help.freakhosting.com/portals/game-panel/how-to-login-and-access-the-game-panel.md) > > Open your server. ## Game Panel guides > [card] [Auth key and server name](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/beammp/setting-server-name-and-auth-key.md) > > Keymaster key, name and colours. > [card] [Private server](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/beammp/setting-a-private-server-password.md) > > Hide your server, control who joins. > [card] [Max players and cars](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/beammp/changing-max-players.md) > > Player slots and Max Cars. > [card] [Install mods](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/beammp/beammp-how-to-install-mods-on-beammp-server.md) > > Vehicle mods, maps and plugins. > [card] [Custom maps](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/beammp/installing-custom-maps.md) > > Upload and load a modded map. > [card] [Change the map](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/beammp/how-to-change-the-map-on-your-beammp-server.md) > > Stock maps and their paths. ## Commands and settings > [card] [Console commands](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/beammp/beammp-console-commands.md) > > Every server console command. > [card] [Add chat commands](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/beammp/adding-chat-commands.md) > > /help and other player commands. > [card] [ServerConfig.toml explained](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/beammp/beammp-serverconfig-toml-explained.md) > > Every setting and where to change it. > [card] [Restrict vehicles](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/beammp/restricting-vehicles-allowlist.md) > > A vehicle allowlist plugin. > [card] [Lua server events](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/beammp/creating-server-events-lua.md) > > Write your own plugins. ## Guides and tips > [card] [Anti-grief protection](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/beammp/anti-grief-protection-no-collision.md) > > Kicks, guests and ban lists. > [card] [Optimise bandwidth](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/beammp/optimizing-bandwidth-for-beammp.md) > > Smaller mods, smoother driving. ## Troubleshooting > [card] [Not showing in the list](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/beammp/beammp-server-not-showing-in-list.md) > > Get your server listed. > [card] [Auth key refused](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/beammp/beammp-backend-refused-the-auth-key.md) > > Fix "Your key is invalid". > [card] [Lag and desync](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/beammp/lag-compensation-settings.md) > > Fix rubber-banding. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need an auth key for my BeamMP server? Yes, to be listed. Without a real key the server runs but stays hidden. Get one free from the [Keymaster](https://keymaster.beammp.com). ### Can I set a password on my BeamMP server? No. BeamMP has no join password. Turn on **Private** to hide the server and share the IP and port only with friends. ### Why did my change in ServerConfig.toml disappear? The panel writes the **Startup** values into the file at every start. Change name, key, max cars, map and private on **Startup**. ### How do players get my server's mods? They download automatically from `Resources/Client` when players join. ## Related guides > [card] [Start, stop and restart](https://help.freakhosting.com/portals/game-panel/how-to-start-stop-and-restart-your-game-server.md) > > Control your server's power. > [card] [Startup variables](https://help.freakhosting.com/portals/game-panel/how-to-configure-startup-variables.md) > > How the Startup page works. > [card] [File Manager](https://help.freakhosting.com/portals/game-panel/how-to-use-the-file-manager.md) > > Upload and edit files. > [card] [Backups](https://help.freakhosting.com/portals/game-panel/how-to-create-and-restore-backups.md) > > Make and restore backups. *** > [!NOTE] > > **Tested by the FREAKHOSTING team** on our Game Panel on 3 November 2026 (BeamMP Server v3.9.3). Steps may differ slightly if the game changes. > [!NOTE] > > ### Need Extra Help? > > If you encounter any issues, our support team is ready to assist: > > * **Live Chat:** Quick assistance via our website. > * **Support Ticket:** [Open a Ticket](https://freakhosting.com/clientarea/submitticket.php) > * **Discord:** [Join our Community](https://discord.gg/freakhosting) > * **Email:** [support@freakhosting.com](mailto:support@freakhosting.com) > [!TIP] > > ### Save on Your Hosting > > Ready to upgrade your hosting? Use code **KB20** at checkout for **20% off** your first order! *** **Last Updated:** November 2026 This documentation is built and hosted on [Mintlify](https://mintlify.com), a developer documentation platform.