config.json (name, password, view distance, game mode, default world and whitelist), and Startup holds the start-up options. New here? Start with getting started.
Most asked
- Best server settings: what each setting in
config.jsonand Game settings does. - QUIC handshake failed or world not loading: version, UDP and the official network driver fixes.
- Join your server: copy the address and connect.
- Optimise performance: view distance and memory.
- Default port: UDP 5520, no port forwarding needed.
- Add an admin: operators and
permissions.json. - Whitelist: only named players can join.
- Upload a singleplayer world: bring your world from your PC.
How your Hytale server is set up in the Game Panel
Every change on Game settings goes through Review and save, which shows exactly what changes before anything is written.
Start here
Getting started
First start, name, password and address.
Join your server
Connect with IP and port.
Log in to the Game Panel
Open your server.
Game Panel guides
Server settings explained
config.json, Game settings and Startup.
Change the server name
Server name and message of the day.
Server password
Make your server private.
Whitelist
Joining needs permission.
Add an admin
Operators and permissions.
Upload a world
universe/worlds and Default world.
Import player data
Bring your characters along.
Install mods
The mods folder and early plugins.
Back up your server
Backups, automatic backups and restore.
Update your server
Match your game version.
Commands and settings
Port and firewall
UDP 5520, QUIC and port forwarding.
World settings
PvP, fall damage and NPCs per world.
Guides and tips
Optimise performance
View distance, RAM and CPU.
Multiserver and proxy
Networks without BungeeCord.
Troubleshooting
QUIC handshake / world not loading
Slow connections and driver fixes.
Server not starting
First start, mods and config errors.
Frequently asked questions
Why does my new Hytale server need a ticket to start?
A Hytale server must be linked once to a Hytale account before it can download its files. Our team completes this first start for you. After that, you manage everything yourself.Where do I change my Hytale server settings?
On Game settings in the Game Panel. It editsconfig.json for you and shows a review of every change before saving. See server settings explained.
How many players can join my Hytale server?
Player slots on Game settings shows the slots in your plan. For more slots, open a ticket.Does my Hytale server support mods?
Yes. Put.zip or .jar mods in the mods folder and restart. See install mods.
Is my server listed in a public server browser?
Hytale’s official server discovery is planned but not available yet. Players join with your address.Related guides
Start, stop and restart
Control your server’s power.
File Manager
Edit and upload files.
Startup variables
How the Startup page works.
Backups
Make and restore backups.
Checked against the official Hytale Server Manual on 3 November 2026; panel steps tested on our Game Panel on 3 November 2026 (Hytale server, Game settings and Startup pages). Steps may differ slightly if the game changes.
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Last Updated: November 2026