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# How to Change the Name of Your Server

> > 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.

## Customize Your Server Identity in the Server Browser

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> **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 |

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## Quick Navigation

| Section                                         | What You'll Learn         |
| :---------------------------------------------- | :------------------------ |
| [Change Server Name](#change-your-server-name)  | Update via control panel  |
| [Manual Config](#manual-configuration-advanced) | Edit config.json directly |
| [Name Ideas](#server-name-tips)                 | Best practices            |

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## 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        |

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## 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.

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## 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

```json theme={null}
{
  "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.

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## 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"    |

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## 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) |

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## Additional Resources

| Resource                | Link                                              |
| :---------------------- | :------------------------------------------------ |
| Official Hytale Website | [hytale.com](https://hytale.com/)                 |
| Hytale Support Portal   | [support.hytale.com](https://support.hytale.com/) |

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