Customize Your Server Identity in the Server Browser
Make your server stand out — This guide shows you how to change your Hytale server’s display name, making it easily identifiable for your community.
| Reading Time | Difficulty | Last Updated |
|---|
| 3 minutes | Beginner | January 2026 |
Quick Navigation
| Section | What You’ll Learn |
|---|
| Change Server Name | Update via control panel |
| Manual Config | Edit config.json directly |
| Name Ideas | Best practices |
Why Change Your Server Name?
Your server name is the first thing players see when browsing servers:
| Benefit | Description |
|---|
| Brand Identity | Create a recognizable name for your community |
| Easy to Find | Help friends locate your server quickly |
| Set the Tone | Convey your server’s theme or purpose |
| Professionalism | Stand out with a polished, custom name |
Change Your Server Name
Via Control Panel (Recommended)
| Step | Action |
|---|
| 1 | Log in to your Game Server Control Panel |
| 2 | Stop your server |
| 3 | Navigate to the Config tab |
| 4 | Locate the Server Name field |
| 5 | Enter your preferred server name |
| 6 | Click Save |
| 7 | Start your server |
[!IMPORTANT]
Always stop your server before making configuration changes to ensure settings are applied correctly.
Manual Configuration (Advanced)
The server name is stored in the config.json file in your server’s root directory.
File Location
| File | Location |
|---|
config.json | Server root directory |
Config.json Example
{
"Version": 3,
"ServerName": "My Awesome Hytale Server",
"MOTD": "Welcome to our world!",
"Password": "",
"MaxPlayers": 100,
...
}
Editing Manually
| Step | Action |
|---|
| 1 | Stop your server |
| 2 | Open config.json via File Manager or FTP |
| 3 | Find the "ServerName" field |
| 4 | Change the value to your desired name |
| 5 | Save the file |
| 6 | Start your server |
[!CAUTION]
Be careful with JSON syntax. Ensure quotes and commas are correctly placed to avoid errors.
Server Name Tips
Best Practices
| Tip | Reason |
|---|
| Keep it memorable | Easy for players to find and remember |
| Avoid special characters | Some may not display correctly |
| Include your community name | Build brand recognition |
| Keep it concise | Long names may be truncated |
Name Ideas
| Type | Examples |
|---|
| Community | ”Hytale Heroes”, “Adventure Guild” |
| Descriptive | ”Creative Builders”, “PvP Arena” |
| Themed | ”Dragon’s Realm”, “Mystic Isles” |
| Simple | ”John’s Server”, “Friends Only” |
Troubleshooting
Name Not Updating
| Issue | Solution |
|---|
| Server not restarted | Stop and start the server |
| Config not saved | Verify changes were saved |
| Syntax error | Check JSON formatting |
Name Appears Truncated
| Issue | Solution |
|---|
| Name too long | Use a shorter name (under 32 characters recommended) |
Additional Resources
| Resource | Link |
|---|
| Official Hytale Website | hytale.com |
| Hytale Support Portal | support.hytale.com |
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