> ## 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. # Hytale Server Hosting Guide: Setup, Settings, Mods and Fixes > Hytale server hosting guide for FREAKHOSTING: setup, joining, config.json, worlds, mods, admins, ports, performance and fixes, all in one place. This Hytale server hosting guide lists every FREAKHOSTING help page for Hytale. Your server runs the official Hytale dedicated server on Java 25 and uses QUIC over UDP (port 5520 by default). In the Game Panel, the **Game settings** page edits `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](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/hytale/getting-started-with-your-hytale-server.md). | Fact | Value | | - | - | | Panel pages | **Game settings** (under **GAME SETTINGS**) and **Startup** | | Default port | UDP 5520 (QUIC); join with the address on **Overview** | | Main settings | `config.json` in the main folder | | Worlds | `universe/worlds/`, each with its own `config.json` | | Mods | `mods/` folder, `.zip` or `.jar` | | Recommended view distance | 12 chunks or less | | First start | Completed by our team via a [ticket](https://freakhosting.com/clientarea/submitticket.php) | ## Most asked 1. [Best server settings](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/hytale/advanced-server-configuration.md): what each setting in `config.json` and **Game settings** does. 2. [QUIC handshake failed or world not loading](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/hytale/slow-connection-and-world-not-loading-fix.md): version, UDP and the official network driver fixes. 3. [Join your server](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/hytale/how-to-join-your-hytale-server.md): copy the address and connect. 4. [Optimise performance](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/hytale/how-to-optimize-your-hytale-server-performance.md): view distance and memory. 5. [Default port](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/hytale/hytale-server-port-and-firewall.md): UDP 5520, no port forwarding needed. 6. [Add an admin](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/hytale/how-to-add-an-admin-to-your-server.md): operators and `permissions.json`. 7. [Whitelist](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/hytale/how-to-enable-and-manage-a-whitelist.md): only named players can join. 8. [Upload a singleplayer world](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/hytale/how-to-upload-a-singleplayer-world-to-your-server.md): bring your world from your PC. ## How your Hytale server is set up in the Game Panel | Panel page | What you do there | | - | - | | **Overview** | Copy the address players join with | | **Console** | Start, stop and restart, and watch the server start up | | **Game settings** | Server name, message of the day, password, view distance, game mode, default world, whitelist, self-op and early plugins | | **Startup** | Assets path, **Authentication Mode** and the other start-up options | | **Files** | `config.json`, `permissions.json`, `universe` and `mods` | | **Backups** and **Automatic backups** | Copies of your whole server | | **Statistics** | CPU and memory over time | Every change on **Game settings** goes through **Review and save**, which shows exactly what changes before anything is written. ## Start here > [card] [Getting started](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/hytale/getting-started-with-your-hytale-server.md) > > First start, name, password and address. > [card] [Join your server](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/hytale/how-to-join-your-hytale-server.md) > > Connect with IP and port. > [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] [Server settings explained](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/hytale/advanced-server-configuration.md) > > config.json, Game settings and Startup. > [card] [Change the server name](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/hytale/how-to-change-the-name-of-your-server.md) > > Server name and message of the day. > [card] [Server password](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/hytale/how-to-add-a-password-to-your-server.md) > > Make your server private. > [card] [Whitelist](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/hytale/how-to-enable-and-manage-a-whitelist.md) > > Joining needs permission. > [card] [Add an admin](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/hytale/how-to-add-an-admin-to-your-server.md) > > Operators and permissions. > [card] [Upload a world](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/hytale/how-to-upload-a-singleplayer-world-to-your-server.md) > > universe/worlds and Default world. > [card] [Import player data](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/hytale/how-to-import-player-data-from-singleplayer.md) > > Bring your characters along. > [card] [Install mods](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/hytale/how-to-install-mods-on-your-hytale-server.md) > > The mods folder and early plugins. > [card] [Back up your server](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/hytale/how-to-back-up-your-hytale-server.md) > > Backups, automatic backups and restore. > [card] [Update your server](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/hytale/how-to-update-your-hytale-server.md) > > Match your game version. ## Commands and settings > [card] [Port and firewall](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/hytale/hytale-server-port-and-firewall.md) > > UDP 5520, QUIC and port forwarding. > [card] [World settings](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/hytale/hytale-world-settings-pvp-and-fall-damage.md) > > PvP, fall damage and NPCs per world. ## Guides and tips > [card] [Optimise performance](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/hytale/how-to-optimize-your-hytale-server-performance.md) > > View distance, RAM and CPU. > [card] [Multiserver and proxy](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/hytale/hytale-multiserver-networks-without-a-proxy.md) > > Networks without BungeeCord. ## Troubleshooting > [card] [QUIC handshake / world not loading](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/hytale/slow-connection-and-world-not-loading-fix.md) > > Slow connections and driver fixes. > [card] [Server not starting](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/hytale/hytale-server-not-starting.md) > > 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 edits `config.json` for you and shows a review of every change before saving. See [server settings explained](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/hytale/advanced-server-configuration.md). ### 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](https://freakhosting.com/clientarea/submitticket.php). ### Does my Hytale server support mods? Yes. Put `.zip` or `.jar` mods in the `mods` folder and restart. See [install mods](https://help.freakhosting.com/games/hytale/how-to-install-mods-on-your-hytale-server.md). ### 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 > [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] [File Manager](https://help.freakhosting.com/portals/game-panel/how-to-use-the-file-manager.md) > > Edit and upload files. > [card] [Startup variables](https://help.freakhosting.com/portals/game-panel/how-to-configure-startup-variables.md) > > How the Startup page works. > [card] [Backups](https://help.freakhosting.com/portals/game-panel/how-to-create-and-restore-backups.md) > > Make and restore backups. *** > [!NOTE] > > **Checked against the official [Hytale Server Manual](https://support.hytale.com/hc/en-us/articles/45326769420827)** 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. > [!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.